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 Paraguayan Congress has passed a new law establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), similar nicotine-free systems (SSSN), and other vaping products. The bill, which has been sent to the Executive Branch for promulgation or rejection, aims to protect public health by controlling the import, production, sale, consumption, and advertising […]
Malaysia will expand its “pro-health tax” to include all tobacco and vape products, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced. The tax, previously only imposed on sugary beverages, is being extended as part of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP).
You may have heard of it: HHC, or hexahydrocannabinol. Often found in vapes, edibles, and other products, HHC is marketed as a safe and legal way to experience effects similar to the psychoactive “high” from marijuana. But what exactly is HHC? How does it differ from THC and CBD? Are HHC vapes safe, and what […]
A recent survey has revealed a surprising leader in workplace satisfaction: cannabis dispensary and vape shop employees. According to the Shift Pulse Report from workforce management platform Deputy, an impressive 91.87% of these workers reported being “happy” at the end of their shifts, ranking them higher than any other industry sector surveyed. The findings are […]
The city of Richmond, Virginia, has implemented new zoning restrictions that limit where new tobacco and vape shops can open. The ordinance, approved by the Richmond City Council on Monday, July 28, is part of a broader effort to reduce the number of these businesses, particularly in areas frequented by children.
State-level bans on flavored e-cigarettes are effective at lowering vaping rates among young people and adults, but they may also have an unintended consequence: slowing the decline of traditional cigarette smoking. This is the key finding of a new study published July 30th in JAMA Network Open, which analyzed national survey data from 2019 to 2023.
Federal officials are taking aggressive steps to classify 7-hydroxymitragynine, or “7-OH,” as a Schedule I controlled substance, placing it in the same category as heroin and ecstasy. The substance, found in trace amounts in the leaves of the kratom plant, is being sold in highly concentrated forms in gas stations, convenience stores, and vape shops […]
If you’re a driver in Maine who vapes or smokes, you’ve likely wondered about the specific rules of the road. Can you use your vape pen during your commute along the coast? Is it legal to light up a cigarette on the highway? The answer isn’t a simple yes or no; it’s a nuanced landscape […]
New regulations for vape products are taking effect in Tennessee, introducing significant changes to how these items are taxed, sold, and regulated. As of this Friday, retailers in the state can only purchase vapor products from distributors or wholesalers who are licensed to sell tobacco products.
A researcher from Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is advocating for risk-based regulations for alternative tobacco products like e-cigarettes (vapes) and heated tobacco products (HTPs), arguing they should not be treated the same as conventional cigarettes. Bambang Prasetya, a BRIN researcher, stated that a BRIN study shows these alternative products have a different […]