Entries by Matthew Ma

Czech Ministry of Health Seeks Compromise on Proposed E-Cigarette Flavor Ban Amid Growing Criticism

The Czech Ministry of Health plans to introduce significant regulations on electronic cigarettes, which could substantially impact the vaporizer market in the Czech Republic. The proposed decree aims to ban all e-cigarette flavors except for the classic tobacco flavor. However, this proposal has sparked a wave of criticism from addiction experts, manufacturers, and e-cigarette users […]

Kyrgyzstan Raises Minimum Prices for Vape and Tobacco Cigarettes

The Ministry of Economy in Kyrgyzstan has published a resolution by the Cabinet of Ministers for public discussion, which aims to increase the minimum wholesale and retail prices for tobacco and nicotine-containing products from January 1, 2025. The department states that this step will increase the revenues of the republican budget and reduce the consumption […]

Russia Bill Restricts Tobacco Sales for Those Born After 2009

Deputies from the New People faction in the State Duma, led by Alexei Nechayev, have prepared and sent a bill to the Russian government for review that would ban the sale of tobacco products, nicotine-containing products, hookahs, and devices for consuming nicotine-containing products to Russian citizens born after December 31, 2009, according to the faction’s […]

Philippines Revises Vape Regulations: Nicotine Content Capped at 65mg/ml, Online Sales Further Tightened

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in the Philippines has released revised implementing rules for Republic Act No. 11900 (RA11900), also known as the “Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products Regulation Act,” according to an announcement on the DTI’s official website on September 30. The document clearly states that the maximum nicotine content in vaporized […]

Japan Updates World’s Strictest THC Limits in CBD Products

The Japanese government has released long-awaited guidance on THC limits for CBD products, enabling brands hoping to launch into the market to begin devising their strategies. However, despite minor changes to the initially proposed limits, they still represent the strictest in the world, raising concerns about the impact on the emerging cannabis and CBD industries […]

New Jersey Introduces Bill to Raise Vape by Mail Age Limit to 21

The New Jersey State Legislature has introduced a new bill that aims to strengthen age restrictions on electronic smoking devices and tobacco products. The bill prohibits the delivery of these items to individuals under the age of 21 and requires that any tobacco or vaping product delivered to a residence be signed for by a […]

Ireland Vape Tax Expected in Budget 2025 as Talks Continue

Finance Minister Chambers has expressed hope to reveal details of a vape tax in the upcoming Budget, set for unveiling on Tuesday, as budget talks continue into the weekend. The Budget 2025 will also include a 1pc cut to USC and a €250 energy credit.

Italy Customs Monopolies Agency Blocks 876 Illegal E-Cig Sites

The Italy Customs and Monopolies Agency has updated its list of blocked e-commerce sites to 876 for illegally selling vaping or tobacco products. The businesses have until October 2 to remove prohibited items like ready-to-use liquids and disposable e-cigarettes or face permanent blackout. A Turin court ruling also bans promoting vaping products with offers, flyers, […]