Entries by Matthew Ma

,

Indonesia Jakarta to Ban Vaping and Smoking in Public with Heavy Fines

The Provincial Government of DKI Jakarta, in collaboration with the regional legislature (DPRD), is finalizing a comprehensive Draft Regional Regulation (Raperda) on Smoke-Free Areas (Kawasan Tanpa Rokok – KTR). This new legislation aims to significantly strengthen public health protections by strictly regulating locations where smoking is prohibited and introducing substantial administrative sanctions for violations. Crucially, […]

Global Vape Compliance 2025: TPD, MHRA, PMTA & Certs

The global e-cigarette and vape market has witnessed explosive growth, transforming from a niche alternative into a multi-billion dollar industry with projections for continued expansion. For U.S. businesses eyeing international shores, this burgeoning market presents significant opportunities. However, venturing abroad with vape products in 2025 means stepping into an intricate and often fragmented web of […]

,

Alabama’s New Vape Law HB8: Flavors, Sales & Youth Rules

Alabama has ushered in a new era of nicotine regulation with the enactment of House Bill 8 (HB8). Signed into law by Governor Kay Ivey and effective from June 1st, this comprehensive legislation introduces sweeping changes that will significantly reshape how nicotine products, particularly vapes and e-cigarettes, are sold, marketed, and regulated across the state. […]

PMTA Vape Registry Bills: Protecting Health or Big Tobacco?

A new legislative trend is sweeping across the United States, fundamentally reshaping the landscape for vaping products. So-called Premarket Tobacco Product Application (PMTA) registry bills are gaining traction in numerous states, presented as a means to protect consumers from unregulated products and curb youth vaping. These laws typically restrict legal vape sales to only those […]

Vaping Laws in Virginia: Everything You Need to Know (2025 updated)

Virginia, a state steeped in American history and known for its stunning Blue Ridge Mountains and vibrant coastal communities, is also navigating the modern complexities of public health policy, particularly concerning the rise of vaping. As electronic cigarettes and similar devices have become more prevalent, the Old Dominion has been actively shaping its own set […]

Malaysian Pahang Imposes Immediate Vape Sales and Use Ban

Pahang has become the latest Malaysian state to prohibit the sale and use of electronic cigarettes (vapes), with the ban taking immediate effect. The decision follows a fatwa issued by the Pahang Mufti’s Department prohibiting vape use, which was formally conveyed to the State Legal Adviser’s Office in March.

Kyrgyzstan Pushes for Higher Tobacco & Nicotine Taxes

Kyrgyzstan’s Minister of Health, Erkin Checheybaev, has called for an increase in excise taxes on tobacco products to improve public health, particularly for the younger generation. Speaking at an intersectoral meeting in Bishkek on June 10, 2025, focused on effective ways to reduce tobacco and nicotine consumption, the minister emphasized that higher prices would make […]

Poland Senate Reviews Stricter Vape & Nicotine Pouch Law

The Polish Senate is set to review amendments to the “Tobacco Act” tomorrow, aiming to expand the ban on selling nicotine products to individuals under 18, regardless of nicotine content. The new regulations will cover all types of e-cigarettes (including nicotine-free ones), refill containers, and nicotine pouches.

Best THCA Vapes 2025: Top 3 Picks for a Legal High

In the ever-expanding universe of cannabis-derived products, THCA vapes have emerged as a compelling option, especially for those residing in states without recreational marijuana laws. These innovative products, crafted entirely from federally legal hemp, offer a unique proposition: the potential for powerful, mind-altering effects akin to traditional THC, all while adhering to the 2018 Farm […]