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 U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is strongly urging manufacturers of oral nicotine pouches to voluntarily adopt child-resistant packaging for their products. This call to action comes in response to a steady and concerning rise in reported cases of accidental nicotine pouch exposure among young children, some of which have resulted in nicotine poisoning.
In the Show-Me State, where highways connect bustling cities like St. Louis and Kansas City to vast rural landscapes, drivers often seek clarity on road rules that intersect with personal habits. A common query is: Is it illegal to smoke a cigarette or use a vape while behind the wheel? This in-depth guide will explore […]
Singapore’s Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) detected and seized over 1,500 e-vaporizers and related components between September 1st and 4th as part of its continued enhanced checks at all air, land, and sea checkpoints. This follows the seizure of over 850 vape products in late August.
State-level bans on flavored e-cigarettes may inadvertently lead to an increase in traditional cigarette use among young adults, according to a new study published in the journal Health Economics. Researchers found that while these bans successfully reduce vaping among young adults aged 18-24, they also trigger a concerning substitution effect.
New Law Taxing Both E-Liquids and Devices Sparks Online Outrage and Fears of a Growing Black Market A new excise tax law in Poland, which uniquely taxes not only e-liquids but also reusable vaping devices and their cartridges, has sparked significant anger and disappointment among consumers. Social media platforms have been flooded with posts and […]
The regulatory landscape for tobacco, vaping, and alternative nicotine products continues to evolve rapidly across the United States, with local, state, and federal bodies constantly reviewing and updating legislation. This August 2025 roundup highlights the latest proposals and approved changes, showcasing a clear trend towards stricter controls, new taxation schemes for products like nicotine pouches, […]
The campaign battle over Denver’s ban on flavored tobacco and vaping products is intensifying, with both sides collectively raising over $650,000 to influence voters ahead of the November election. Campaign finance filings reveal a significant fundraising advantage for the group seeking to overturn the ban.
A Wisconsin trade organization, “WiscoFAST,” has lost its federal lawsuit against the Department of Revenue over a new state law that bans the sale of most vaping products. The law, which took effect this week, prohibits the sale of any vape products not authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Retailers have until […]
Indonesia’s Director of Customs Communication, Nirwala Dwi Heryanto, has clarified the government’s fiscal approach to regulating the country’s growing e-cigarette (vape) industry. He explained that when the industry began expanding in 2015, it operated in a “regulatory vacuum” until vapes were officially classified as excisable goods in July 2018.
New York State Police have arrested representatives from more than a dozen online vape distributors in what officials are calling the largest criminal vape enforcement action in the state’s history. Dubbed “Operation Vapers’ Dozen,” the statewide sweep targeted distributors accused of illegally shipping flavored e-cigarettes and other vapor products across New York.