Entries by Matthew Ma

PIXL 6000 Disposable Vape Kit Review

The PIXL 6000 disposable vape kit, designed for extended use, delivers up to 6000 puffs, making it an ideal choice for vapers who enjoy the convenience of disposables but desire a device with a higher puff count. This innovative vape features a 2ml prefilled e-liquid tank and an additional 10ml prefilled tank, ensuring a long-lasting […]

Denver City Council Reconsiders Ban on Flavored Tobacco and Nicotine Products

Denver city leaders have reopened discussions about potentially banning the sale of flavored tobacco products, including flavored nicotine products. At-Large City Council Member Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez, Council Member Shontel Lewis (District 8), and Council Member Darrell Watson (District 9) sponsored the proposal, which they presented to the Denver City Council’s Budget and Policy Committee on Monday.

Germany Calls for EU-Wide Ban on Disposable Vapes

Following the planned ban on disposable vapes in the United Kingdom starting in 2025, the German Federal Environment Ministry (BMUV) advocates for an EU-wide regulation in this area. Alongside the BMUV, the German Environmental Aid (DUH) also demands a consistent ban on these products due to their environmental impact and effects on the health of […]

Scotland Postpones Disposable Vape Ban to June 1, 2025

The Scottish government has announced a two-month delay in implementing the ban on selling single-use vapes, aligning the effective date with the rest of the UK. The new legislation at Westminster will prohibit the sale of disposable vapes starting June 1, 2025. Although the Scottish Parliament had previously passed regulations to enforce the ban from […]

Vietnam Ministry Researching E-Cigarette, Heated Tobacco Management

The National Assembly has recorded many concerns from deputies about the immeasurable harm of new generation tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products. In response, the Ministry of Industry and Trade is researching and developing a Decree on tobacco business to replace Decree No. 67/2013/ND-CP.

Poland Prepares to Ban Disposable and Flavored Vapes

Poland’s Deputy Minister of Health, Wojciech Konieczny, announced during a parliamentary health committee meeting that a comprehensive and radical bill banning disposable vapes is ready. The proposed legislation would also eliminate all flavored e-cigarettes from the market, regardless of their form. While the exact timeline for further deliberation remains unclear, this proposal aligns with the […]

Pakistan Mirpur District Bans Vapes, Hookah Pens, and Tar Ice

The district administration of Mirpur, AJK, imposed an immediate ban on the sale and use of various latest smoking items, including vapes, hookah pens, and tar ice, on Monday. Deputy Commissioner Yasar Riaz Chaudhry ordered the ban in response to recommendations from the Deputy Drug Controller and State Health authorities.

Proposed Vaping Tax in France Sparks Controversy, Debate Heats Up

New Amendment Seeks to Impose €0.15/ml Tax on E-Liquids A new amendment to the 2025 budget has proposed a €0.15/ml tax on e-liquids used in electronic cigarettes, set to take effect in March 2025. The proposal, put forth by deputies from the Liot and EPR groups, has already sparked a fierce debate among vaping advocates […]