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The Central Customs Laboratory in Romania utilizes a specialized device known as the 'smoking machine' to analyze cigarette emissions. This equipment measures nicotine, tar, and carbon monoxide levels, aiding in criminal investigations and compliance checks. In 2025, the lab conducted over 3,000 analyses, with a significant portion linked to legal cases. The laboratory also assesses various goods, including petroleum products and alcoholic beverages, to ensure proper tariff classification and combat tax evasion. Funded by the European Commission and the Romanian government, it is the only customs lab in the country and is accredited for quality management.