Entries by Matthew Ma

Unregulated Vape Additives Mimic Nicotine with Potent Effects

A modified version of nicotine, the addictive ingredient in cigarettes, has emerged in the U.S. vaping market as of May 2023, prompting alarm among tobacco researchers. Companies like Charlie’s Holdings, Inc. have launched new lines of vaping products containing synthetic nicotine analogs, such as 6-methylnicotine, which they claim fall outside the jurisdiction of the U.S. […]

Guam Senators to Debate 20% Vape Tax in Upcoming Legislative Session

Guam senators will consider a bill imposing a 20% tax on vapes and other nicotine products during an upcoming legislative session. Sen. Joe San Agustin, the main sponsor of Bill 193-37, seeks to introduce a 10% excise tax on vapes and e-cigarettes, defined as “electronic nicotine delivery systems” (ENDS), in the first year, increasing to […]

Washington State Rep. to Propose Flavored Tobacco Ban in Upcoming Legislative Session

Washington State Representative Kristine Reeves, D-Federal Way, announced on Wednesday her intention to introduce legislation that could lead to a complete ban on the sale of flavored tobacco products in the state. The campaign primarily focuses on banning menthol products, which Reeves claims have long targeted the Black community, including her mother, who passed away […]

VAPORESSO XROS 4 Nano Pod Vape Kit Review

The VAPORESSO XROS 4 Nano emerges as a compact and versatile vaping device that boasts the largest battery in the XROS series, with an impressive 1350 mAh capacity. This sleek and stylish pod vape features a vibrant 1.3-inch TFT color display, allowing users to easily monitor settings and battery life at a glance. The XROS […]

Slovak Parliament Approves Higher Tobacco Tax, Extends to E-Cigarettes

The National Council of the Slovak Republic (NR SR) has definitively approved an amendment to the Excise Tax Act on Tobacco Products, which will extend the excise tax to electronic cigarette refills, nicotine pouches, and other nicotine products starting next year. The amendment also introduces a gradual increase in the excise tax on tobacco products […]

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OXVA Xlim Pro 2 Pod Vape Kit Review

OXVA, a vaping brand known for its high-quality pod devices, introduces the XLIM Pro 2, the latest addition to its popular XLIM series. This upgraded version of the original XLIM Pro boasts a larger 1300 mAh battery, an HD color display with animated themes, and compatibility with the XLIM series pods, ensuring a familiar yet […]

Australia Seizes Over 2 Million Illegal Vapes in 2 Months Under New Law

Australia has ramped up its fight against illicit vapes, seizing more than 5.2 million illegal vapes and vaping products so far this year. Of these, joint actions by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and the Australian Border Force (ABF) have successfully intercepted over 2 million vapes since the implementation of the new electronic cigarette law […]

Korea E-liquid Safety Association Holds Seminar on Tobacco Law Amendment, Raises Concerns Over Constitutionality

The Korea E-liquid Safety Association (KELSA) held a seminar on the proposed amendment to the Tobacco Business Act, which aims to include all forms of nicotine, including synthetic nicotine, in the definition of tobacco and impose tobacco taxes. The seminar, titled “Seminar on the Amendment to the Tobacco Business Act to Include Synthetic Nicotine and […]