With over a decade of experience in the e-cigarette industry, Matthew Ma is a seasoned expert in both the manufacturing and usage aspects of vaping products. His extensive background has provided him with a deep understanding of the intricacies and evolving dynamics of e-cigarettes.
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has brought e-liquids under the scope of Pakistan’s federal excise duty for the first time, establishing a rate of Rs16,500 per kilogram. This regulatory expansion, enacted through amendments to the Federal Excise Act 2005, remains in effect up to June 30, 2026, as part of a state strategy to […]
The Ministry of Finance of Kazakhstan has proposed raising the minimum retail prices for all tobacco products. This policy aims to regulate the market and reduce smoking rates, though local consumers and health experts question its impact on established habits.
The Colombian government has submitted its fifth tax reform proposal to Congress, aiming to raise \$21.9 trillion pesos by 2027. Under the bill presented by Finance Minister German Ávila, authorities plan to increase taxes on vapes and cigarettes to curb consumption and generate revenue.
Indiana has banned the sale of e-cigarettes manufactured in “adversarial nations” under Senate Enrolled Act 185, which took effect on July 1. This measure, supported by Governor Mike Braun, targets products and components originating primarily from China to address consumer safety concerns.
Westchester County legislators voted unanimously on July 20 to ban the sale of e-cigarettes designed to look like everyday items, including school supplies, toys, and phone cases. Proposed by County Executive Ken Jenkins, the measure aims to prevent manufacturers from marketing disguised nicotine products to minors while keeping them hidden from parents and educators.
The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) and mental health experts have demanded an immediate, total ban on vapes in Malaysia. This push follows warnings that e-cigarettes are fueling a youth mental health crisis by acting as a primary vehicle for illicit synthetic drugs.
The Polish Cabinet is scheduled to decide on a Ministry of Finance proposal to raise excise taxes on vaping devices and e-liquids. This initiative aims to reduce the economic accessibility of these products, particularly for young consumers, while closing existing tax loopholes.
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) has warned that Australia’s falling smoking rates hide a rapidly expanding black market. This shift occurred as federal policies pushed consumers toward illegal suppliers instead of regulated harm-reduction alternatives.
Researchers at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine have confirmed that switching to cigarettes with drastically reduced nicotine levels does not cause smokers to smoke more or inhale more deeply. This finding, published in JAMA Network Open, addresses a major hurdle for proposed U.S. tobacco regulations.
At flat parties and student gatherings, a familiar ritual plays out: figures emerge from the shadows to ask a single, hopeful question: “Can I hit your vape?” This interaction highlights how a small plastic device has cemented itself as a defining social artifact of youth culture. Far from a simple nicotine delivery tool, the vape […]