Entries by Matthew Ma

Hawaii Lawmakers Propose 70% Tax Rate For Vaping Products

Lawmakers in Hawaii have proposed a 70% tax on e-cigarettes and e-liquid products, in a bid to tackle youth addiction to the devices. Currently, e-cigarettes in Hawaii carry a general excise tax ranging from 4.1% to 4.7%, but combustible cigarettes attract additional taxes. Rep. Scot Matayoshi, a leading sponsor of the bill, said he hoped the […]

Nicotine: Everything You Need to Know

Nicotine, a substance that has captured the attention of scientists, health professionals, and the public alike, plays a central role in the global tobacco epidemic. This guide aims to provide a thorough understanding of nicotine, its effects on the human body, the risks associated with its use, and effective strategies for overcoming nicotine addiction.

Alaska Proposes New Bill to Tax and Restrict Sales of E-cigarettes

The Alaska State Senate has reintroduced a bill closely resembling one vetoed by the governor last year, proposing statewide taxation and regulatory measures for e-cigarettes. Senate Bill 89 aims to increase the age limit for purchasing e-cigarette products from 19 to 21 years; however, a recent study published in the Journal of Health Economics suggests […]

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What Does the Vape Tax Adjustment in the UK Reveal?

The UK is considering adjusting its tax policy for electronic cigarettes due to concerns over the increasing use of disposable e-cigarettes, especially among young people. The proposed measures include imposing a new tax category on electronic cigarette products, further improving related standards for packaging, marketing, and flavors. However, it is unlikely that the current proposal […]

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Vaping Laws in the U.S. by State

State laws regarding vaping in the United States vary widely. Some states have strict regulations and outright bans on vaping products, while others have more lenient laws. The legal age to purchase vaping products also varies by state, with some states setting the age at 18 and others at 21.

Vaping E-cigarettes May Has Astounding Anti-aging Effect

Groundbreaking research conducted by the Advanced Technology Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Shenzhen reveals that nicotine has a tremendous anti-aging effect. The study shows that sustained intake of low-dose nicotine directly increases the level of NAD+, an anti-aging substance, thereby slowing down the aging process. The research highlights the beneficial effects […]

What’s the status of the e-cigarettes from tobacco giants?

As global regulatory measures for e-cigarettes continue to improve, more and more countries and regions are gradually including e-cigarettes in the category of tobacco products for management. Especially in the United States, the world’s largest e-cigarette consumer market, it was the first to classify e-cigarettes as tobacco products through the revision of relevant legislation, providing […]

Altria Exchanges 35% Ownership of Juul for Intellectual Property

The Altria Group has announced that it has given up its entire minority interest in JUUL Labs, exchanging it for a non-exclusive, irrevocable global license to the company’s heated tobacco intellectual property. Altria CEO Billy Gifford released a statement saying that the exchange makes sense because JUUL is facing significant regulatory and legal challenges and […]

FDA Proposes New Regulations for Vape Manufacturers

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is set to release proposed new regulations for tobacco product manufacturers, including e-cigarettes, in an effort to prevent the contamination of the products and to establish guidelines for their manufacture and packaging. The regulations will also work towards ensuring public safety and compliance with federal regulations. The proposed […]