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.
Monopoly Office Chief Calls for Equalizing Tobacco and E-Cigarette Taxation, Cites Public Health Concerns The Austrian government plans to introduce a new tax on nicotine in e-cigarettes, which will allow for additional funds to be channeled into the state treasury, according to a report by the Kronen Zeitung newspaper on December 11.
During a session of the St. Petersburg City Parliament on December 11, deputies discussed a proposal to completely ban vaping devices. The discussion arose while considering an agenda item to approve an appeal to the head of Rosstandart, Anton Shalaev, requesting stricter GOST requirements for vape packaging.
Ministry of Health Plans to Propose Ban on E-Cigarette Use from Residential Building Windows and Other Public Areas Latvia may introduce more stringent rules on the use of electronic smoking devices in public places, following new recommendations adopted by the European Union (EU). The Ministry of Health plans to propose further restrictions, including a ban […]
Interim Government’s Advisory Council Takes Decision to Protect Public Health and Future Generations The Bangladesh Ministry of Commerce will include e-cigarettes, also known as electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), in the list of banned import products in its import policy order. The decision was made during a meeting of the interim government’s Advisory Council held […]
Associate Health Minister Casey Costello Aims to Prevent Youth Vaping and Strengthen Regulations The New Zealand government has swiftly passed the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Amendment Bill (No 2) under urgency, introducing a ban on disposable vapes and imposing additional restrictions on vape sales. The legislation, which aims to prevent youth vaping and establish […]
Supreme Court Decision and New Leadership Could Reshape E-Cigarette Landscape The vaping industry finds itself at a critical juncture as it eagerly awaits potential changes to FDA regulations under the Trump administration and a forthcoming Supreme Court ruling on FDA authority. As ongoing debates surrounding health concerns, youth access, and regulatory frameworks continue to shape […]
New Ordinance Aims to Protect Public Health, Faces Legal Challenge from Texas Attorney General, and Adds Marijuana to Smoking Prohibition The Dallas City Council has unanimously approved a ban on vaping in public spaces, following more than a year of advocacy from the Environmental Commission and the Office of Environmental Quality and Sustainability. The new […]
Constitutional Reform Aims to Protect Public Health and Combat Drug Use The Mexican Senate has approved a controversial reform that prohibits vaping devices and the illicit use of fentanyl in Mexico. The Senate will send the bill to the 32 state congresses for their approval before declaring its constitutionality.
Brazilian Consumer Protection Agency Cracks Down on Illegal Vape Ads Targeting Youth Procon Goiás, the consumer protection agency in the Brazilian state of Goiás, has notified Facebook to provide information about advertisements on its platform promoting the sale of electronic smoking devices, including vapes, pods, and e-cigarettes. The agency took action after monitoring the app’s […]
The Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency (Agenzia delle dogane e monopoli) has now blocked a total of 909 websites for the illegal sale of inhalable liquid products or fiscally monopolized goods. The agency’s latest action targets new websites, giving them until December 18 to regularize their position by removing elements or products that cannot be […]