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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Paige Oldfield

Warning after fake vapes containing toxic chemical found in Greater Manchester

Warnings have been issued over the danger of fake "THC" or "cannabis oil" vapes which could contain a dangerous chemical.

Laboratory testing showed products collected in Greater Manchester contained high levels of vitamin E acetate, a chemical which can produce a toxic gas.

A recent test on a vape pen found in the region contained 40 per cent THC along with 33 per cent vitamin E acetate.

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