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 Japanese government has released long-awaited guidance on THC limits for CBD products, enabling brands hoping to launch into the market to begin devising their strategies. However, despite minor changes to the initially proposed limits, they still represent the strictest in the world, raising concerns about the impact on the emerging cannabis and CBD industries […]
The New Jersey State Legislature has introduced a new bill that aims to strengthen age restrictions on electronic smoking devices and tobacco products. The bill prohibits the delivery of these items to individuals under the age of 21 and requires that any tobacco or vaping product delivered to a residence be signed for by a […]
Switzerland has enacted a significant overhaul of its national regulations governing tobacco and nicotine products with the new Tobacco Products Act (TobPA), which came into force on October 1, 2024. This comprehensive legislation, along with its associated Tobacco Products Ordinance (TobPO), aims to better protect the population, especially young people, from the harmful effects of […]
A new study published in the journal Nature Medicine has found that tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the chemical in cannabis responsible for the “high” feeling, may improve learning and memory in older mice. Researchers gave low doses of THC to mice of different ages to investigate the brain systems involved in the aging process.
Finance Minister Chambers has expressed hope to reveal details of a vape tax in the upcoming Budget, set for unveiling on Tuesday, as budget talks continue into the weekend. The Budget 2025 will also include a 1pc cut to USC and a €250 energy credit.
U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden, an Oregon Democrat, introduced the Cannabinoid Safety and Regulation Act in the U.S. Senate on Wednesday. If passed and signed into law, the bill would create a new department at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration called the Center for Cannabinoid Products, which would enforce fresh regulations imposed on Farm Bill-compliant […]
The Standing Committee of the Council of Ministers has adopted a bill amending excise duty rates, including those for e-cigarettes, and recommends government approval, according to a letter from the Ministry of Finance to the Prime Minister’s Office. The bill notably excludes excise duty on vaporization devices, which will be covered by a separate piece […]
The Peruvian Congress has approved legislation aimed at reducing the consequences of smoking and cigarette consumption in the country. With 73 votes in favor, 13 against, and 8 abstentions, the Plenary of Congress passed the opinion of bills 3412, 3437, and 3732, which regulate the control of tobacco products, nicotine, and their substitutes.
The Brazilian Senate has advanced the debate on the regulation of electronic cigarettes as Bill 5,008/2023 progresses through the National Congress. The bill, authored by Senator Soraya Thronicke (Podemos-MS), aims to authorize the production, sale, import, and use of these devices while establishing rules for control, inspection, and advertising. Despite the current ban on vapes […]
A new government survey reveals that e-cigarette use among young people has fallen to its lowest level in ten years. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the latest data shows that the rate among adolescents dropped to under 6% this year, down from 7.7% in 2023.