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 UK’s independent vape shop sector has surged to over 3,500 dedicated outlets, expanding by nearly five new stores weekly throughout 2023. Now a £1.7 billion industry serving 5.6 million adults, these specialist retailers—concentrated in hubs like Manchester—dominate British high streets alongside non-traditional vendors including barbers, supermarkets, and mobile phone repair shops.
Vyacheslav Volodin, the Chairman of the State Duma (the lower house of the Federal Assembly of Russia), has suggested preparing a cross-faction legislative initiative to ban vapes and e-liquids. The proposal aims to introduce the ban before the end of the current session. Currently, two draft laws on this topic are under preparation for the […]
On January 21/2025, the Polish government approved a bill that would prohibit the sale of all disposable and reusable e-cigarettes, including nicotine-free varieties and nicotine pouches, to individuals under the age of 18. Health Minister Izabela Leszczyna emphasized that the proposed amendments to the Act on the Protection of Health Against the Consequences of Using […]
Hawaii could become the first U.S. state to set nicotine limits for tobacco products under a new bill introduced in the state legislature. Sen. Chris Lee, D-Kailua, proposed S.B. 1165 last Friday, just days after the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced it was considering a similar nationwide standard.
Despite recent bans on the sale of single-use electronic cigarettes in Belgium and potential similar measures in France, Luxembourg has decided to continue allowing these products to be sold within its borders. The country’s Ministry of Health confirmed that a prohibition on these devices, which are particularly popular among youth, is not currently under consideration.
The UK government has released official guidance detailing its plan to prohibit the sale of single-use, disposable vaping devices starting from June 1, 2025. This comprehensive ban will make it illegal for businesses to sell, offer for sale, or possess for the purpose of selling any vaping products designed for single use only. The new […]
The Russian government has recently enacted a new decree limiting the use of additives in smokeless tobacco products as part of its efforts to promote a healthier lifestyle. This step forward in the fight against tobacco addiction and related diseases demonstrates the government’s commitment to improving public health and creating a safer environment for all […]
The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs has issued warnings to nearly 11,000 businesses, reminding them that selling flavored vape products is illegal in the state. Attorney General Matthew Platkin directed retailers to cease any such sales immediately, emphasizing that New Jersey became the first state in the U.S. to permanently ban the sale and […]
The Polish government is set to discuss a draft amendment to the Excise Tax Act, which proposes extending the excise tax to additional nicotine-containing products, including reusable e-cigarettes, HTPs, and nicotine pouches. The amendment also seeks to broaden the definition of so-called “innovative products.”
Mexico has officially prohibited the production, marketing, and distribution of electronic cigarettes and vaping devices nationwide. President Claudia Sheinbaum announced the comprehensive ban as a critical measure to protect public health, marking a significant shift in the country’s health policies.