Entries by Matthew Ma

New UK Research Reveals Each Cigarette Cuts Life Expectancy by 20 Minutes

Quitting Smoking Can Add Years to Your Life, Especially if Done Early A new study by researchers at University College London (UCL) has found that every cigarette smoked can reduce life expectancy by approximately 20 minutes on average. The findings, published in the journal Addiction, suggest that the cumulative effect of smoking can have a […]

All Unauthorized E-Cigarettes May Be Detained Without Physical Examination

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced updates to two import alerts, 98-07 and 98-06, on January 3, 2025. These revisions aim to separate imported e-cigarette products from other tobacco products and provide more precise instructions to FDA staff, federal partners, and the trade community, including importers, customs brokers, and filers.

Vietnam Halts on E-Cigarette Imports to Comply with National Assembly Resolution

The General Department of Vietnam Customs has issued Official Letter No. 17/TCHQ-GSQL to provincial and municipal Customs Departments, directing them to stop carrying out customs clearance procedures for e-cigarettes/vape products, heated tobacco products, and their components and raw materials starting from January 1, 2025. This move follows the National Assembly’s Resolution No. 173/2024/QH15, passed on […]

What Are the Top Al Fakher Crown Bar 15K Flavours?

If you’re exploring the diverse world of Al Fakher Crown Bar 15K disposable vapes, choosing the right flavor can elevate your vaping experience. From fruity medleys to refreshing icy blends, these top flavors from the Al Fakher Crown Bar 15K range are sure to satisfy your taste buds:

,

Philippines Issues New Regulation on Mandatory Certification of E-Cigarettes and Non-Nicotine Products

Department Administrative Order No. 24-11 Updates Testing and Certification Process The Office for the Special Mandate on Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products (OSMV) under the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) of the Philippines issued Supplemental Technical Regulations Department Administrative Order No. 24-11 on January 2, 2025. This order aims to regulate the mandatory product […]

San Antonio, Texas Bans Vaping in Public Places, Aligning with Existing Smoking Ordinance

City Council Unanimously Approves Addition of E-Cigarettes to Indoor Smoking Prohibition, Effective January 1, 2025 The San Antonio City Council has unanimously voted to add vaping to the city’s smoking ordinance, effectively banning the use of e-cigarettes in all enclosed public spaces, including restaurants, bars, and other public places. The new regulations will take effect […]

Vietnam Bans Vapes, Imposes Hefty Fines on Tourists and Jail Time for E-Cigarette Traders and Producers

New Rules Effective January 1, 2025, Aimed at Addressing Health Concerns Over Irreversible Lung Damage Vietnam has joined a growing list of countries, including Singapore, Thailand, India, and Australia, in banning travelers from bringing e-cigarettes into the country. As of January 1, 2025, tourists arriving in Vietnam with vapes face substantial fines under new rules […]

Latvia Bans Flavored Tobacco Products and Introduces Stricter Regulations

Latvia has implemented a comprehensive ban on the sale of flavored e-liquids for electronic smoking devices and tobacco substitutes, as part of a broader effort to curb youth access to tobacco products and promote public health. The new regulations also raise the legal age for purchasing all types of tobacco products to 20 years old.