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.
Teen vaping remains a significant public health challenge across the United States, with prevalence rates varying dramatically from state to state. While national efforts and some local policies have aimed to curb e-cigarette use among adolescents, new data from the American Lung Association reveals stark regional disparities. States in Appalachia and the Mountain West report the highest […]
A legislative proposal circulating in the Argentine Congress could fundamentally reshape the country’s nicotine market by banning the commercial sale of all vaping products and e-liquids by 2026. The draft law, driven by public health concerns and the precautionary principle, aims to eliminate the retail availability of e-cigarettes, with very limited exceptions for sanctioned medical […]
A significant price hike is coming for Irish vapers. Starting November 1st, a new government excise duty of 50 cents for every milliliter (ml) of e-liquid will take effect. This tax, announced in Budget 2025, applies to all e-liquids, whether they contain nicotine or not. If you vape, here’s a practical breakdown of how much […]
An individual may age biologically “faster” than their chronological age if their father began smoking during puberty, according to a new and compelling study. The research suggests that smoking in boys aged 15 or younger could cause epigenetic damage to developing sperm cells, with these effects then being passed on to their future children, influencing […]
The sale of tobacco products and vaping devices from vending machines or any self-service outlets has become illegal across Ireland, effective Monday, September 29th. This nationwide ban is a key measure under the Public Health (Tobacco Products and Nicotine Inhaling Products) Act 2023, designed to protect children and prevent underage access to harmful nicotine products.
The Irish government has confirmed that a new excise tax on vaping products will take effect on November 1st. Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe announced that the tax will be applied at a flat rate of 50 cents per millilitre of e-liquid. This measure, formally part of Budget 2025, was delayed to give the industry adequate […]
The U.S. Department of Justice and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have announced the seizure of more than 2.1 million flavored e-cigarettes in a series of coordinated raids across seven states. This major operation is part of an intensified crackdown on unauthorized vaping products that are being sold without the required premarket authorization from […]
The Mexican federal executive has sent a legislative initiative to the Chamber of Deputies proposing severe penalties, including up to eight years in prison, for anyone who manufactures, distributes, or sells electronic cigarettes, vapes, and similar devices in the country. This move aims to enforce a constitutional reform from December 2024 that prohibits these products.
A new law takes effect in Arizona this Friday, officially raising the minimum legal age to purchase or possess tobacco and vaping products from 18 to 21. The legislation, Senate Bill 1247, was passed in June to bring Arizona into compliance with a federal law enacted in 2019.
Michigan is considering a significant overhaul of its tobacco and nicotine regulations, with both Governor Gretchen Whitmer and state lawmakers proposing new measures to expand the range of taxed products, including e-cigarettes (vapes) and oral nicotine pouches. These initiatives aim to curb youth usage, generate revenue for public health programs, and close existing legal loopholes.