Entries by Matthew Ma

The Debate Over Vape Flavors: Balancing Public Health and Harm Reduction

Examining the Debate Over Vape Flavors and Their Role in Smoking Cessation As the debate surrounding vape flavors continues, policymakers and researchers find themselves at odds over the optimal approach to regulating these products. While some studies suggest that vape flavors may produce harmful substances when heated, others argue that flavors play a crucial role […]

RI Flavored Vape Ban Faces Federal Lawsuit Challenge

Vape Shops Claim Unconstitutionality and Irreparable Harm in Complaint Two Rhode Island vape shops, Vaporetti LLC and Sunshine Vape LLC, have filed a federal lawsuit alleging that the state’s upcoming ban on flavored e-cigarettes, set to take effect on January 1, 2025, is unconstitutional. The complaint, filed on November 26 in the U.S. District Court […]

UK Disposable Vape Ban 2025: Turning Point for Global Health

In recent years, the popularity of disposable vapes has skyrocketed, especially among younger generations. While these devices are often marketed as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes, they come with their own set of health and environmental concerns. In a bold move to address these issues head-on, the UK government has announced a ban on […]

Iowa Vape Companies Lawsuit Challenges PMTA Registry Law

Plaintiffs Claim PMTA Registry Law Violates US and Iowa Constitutions, Threatens Vape Businesses Several Iowa vape companies, along with the state’s vaping industry association1, Iowans for Alternatives to Smoking & Tobacco (IFAST)2, have filed a lawsuit seeking to stop the implementation of new state laws and regulations. The plaintiffs argue that the recently passed HF […]

FDA Issues Warning Letters to Nine Online Firms for Selling Unauthorized Flavored, Disposable Vapes

Targeted Products Include Brands Popular Among Youth, Such as Geek Bar and Lost Mary On December 19, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it had issued warning letters to eight online retailers and one manufacturer for selling and/or distributing unauthorized flavored, disposable vapes. The warning letters cited several popular youth-oriented brands, […]

Belgium to Become First EU Country to Ban Disposable Vape Sales

Move Part of Broader Anti-Tobacco Drive, as Government Data Shows Most Young Smokers Start with Vapes Belgium will make history in January as the first European Union country to ban the sale of disposable vapes, driven by concerns over their appeal to children and the environmental damage caused by their disposal. This move is part […]

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Polish Finance Minister Considers Raising Excise Tax on Nicotine Pouches

Collaboration with Health Ministry to Analyze Situation and Make Responsible Decisions Andrzej Domański, the Polish Minister of Finance, informed TVP Info on Tuesday that the Ministry of Finance is considering the possibility of raising the excise tax on tobacco products, such as nicotine pouches, for health reasons. He added that the Ministry of Finance, along […]

Vape Business Ireland Rebrands as Responsible Vaping Ireland, Calls for Sensible Regulation

Association Promotes Vaping as Smoking Alternative, Warns Against Overregulation Vape Business Ireland, an association advocating for sensible vaping regulation, has rebranded itself as Responsible Vaping Ireland. The organization has renewed its focus on promoting vaping as an alternative to smoking while cautioning against unnecessary restrictions that could harm small retailers and increase smoking rates.

Kentucky Introduces New Vape Restrictions, Limiting Sales to FDA-Approved Products

House Bill 11 Aims to Curb Youth Vaping, Forcing Retailers to Cut Back on Inventory Starting January 1, 2025, Kentucky will implement new vape restrictions for retailers, limiting sales to products that have received authorization from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or have a “safe harbor certification.” The move, which aims to curb […]