22nd Century launches VLN with major C-store chain

22nd Century (XXII) Group announced the launch of VLN reduced nicotine content cigarettes at approximately 140 Circle K locations in Illinois. VLN cigarettes are now authorized for sale in 45 states, with 5 remaining states pending. As part of the launch, the Company also unveiled new marketing and consumer education material featuring the full suite of VLN combustible cigarette products.