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.
E-cigarettes have become controversial due to their ability to reduce harm compared to conventional cigarettes. However, e-cigarettes still contain hazardous substances and can cause lung and respiratory diseases, increasing the risk for non-smokers and individuals who smoke very little. Despite this, smokers can use e-cigarettes to reduce harm and quit smoking slowly, but non-smokers and […]
Lawmakers in Hawaii have proposed a 70% tax on e-cigarettes and e-liquid products, in a bid to tackle youth addiction to the devices. Currently, e-cigarettes in Hawaii carry a general excise tax ranging from 4.1% to 4.7%, but combustible cigarettes attract additional taxes. Rep. Scot Matayoshi, a leading sponsor of the bill, said he hoped the […]
S.B. 920 Aims to Prohibit Sales of Products with Distinguishable Non-Tobacco Tastes or Aromas Senator Carol Alvarado (D-Houston) has introduced a new bill in the Texas Senate that would ban the sale of all flavored tobacco and vaping products in the state. Senate Bill 920 (S.B. 920) defines a flavored product as one that has […]
Nicotine, a substance that has captured the attention of scientists, health professionals, and the public alike, plays a central role in the global tobacco epidemic. This guide aims to provide a thorough understanding of nicotine, its effects on the human body, the risks associated with its use, and effective strategies for overcoming nicotine addiction.
The Alaska State Senate has reintroduced a bill closely resembling one vetoed by the governor last year, proposing statewide taxation and regulatory measures for e-cigarettes. Senate Bill 89 aims to increase the age limit for purchasing e-cigarette products from 19 to 21 years; however, a recent study published in the Journal of Health Economics suggests […]
The UK is considering adjusting its tax policy for electronic cigarettes due to concerns over the increasing use of disposable e-cigarettes, especially among young people. The proposed measures include imposing a new tax category on electronic cigarette products, further improving related standards for packaging, marketing, and flavors. However, it is unlikely that the current proposal […]
State laws regarding vaping in the United States vary widely. Some states have strict regulations and outright bans on vaping products, while others have more lenient laws. The legal age to purchase vaping products also varies by state, with some states setting the age at 18 and others at 21.
ELFBAR, a globally popular disposable e-cigarette brand, has been sued for trademark infringement by VPR Brands, a Florida-based company claiming to have the rights to the Elf brand of e-cigarette products in the USA. As a result, ELFBAR will change its name to EBDESIGN in the USA, while retaining its name in the UK and […]
Groundbreaking research conducted by the Advanced Technology Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Shenzhen reveals that nicotine has a tremendous anti-aging effect. The study shows that sustained intake of low-dose nicotine directly increases the level of NAD+, an anti-aging substance, thereby slowing down the aging process. The research highlights the beneficial effects […]
As global regulatory measures for e-cigarettes continue to improve, more and more countries and regions are gradually including e-cigarettes in the category of tobacco products for management. Especially in the United States, the world’s largest e-cigarette consumer market, it was the first to classify e-cigarettes as tobacco products through the revision of relevant legislation, providing […]