Entries by Matthew Ma

Philippines Resumes Online Vape Sales with Strict Age Verification

The Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has taken a significant step towards regulating the online sale of vapor products and novel tobacco items. On April 1, 2025, the DTI issued Department Administrative Order No. 25-04, mandating stringent age verification measures for all digital platforms selling these products. This move comes as part of […]

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South Korea Vape Laws 2025: Guide for Travel & Rules

South Korea, a captivating nation where ancient traditions meet hyper-modern cityscapes and vibrant K-culture, welcomes millions of visitors each year. As global travel resumes and vaping remains popular worldwide, understanding the local rules for electronic cigarettes(vapes) becomes crucial for a hassle-free trip. South Korea maintains a distinct and actively evolving regulatory landscape for vapes, differing […]

Alabama Strengthens Enforcement of Vape Sales Ban to Minors

The Alabama House of Representatives has passed a bill to reinforce the state’s existing law prohibiting the sale of vape products to individuals under 21. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Barbara Drummond (D-Mobile), aims to address the lack of funding for enforcement and the presence of unsafe products in the market.

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Utahns Cross State Lines for Flavored Vape Products After Ban

In the wake of Utah’s ban on flavored vape products, many residents are finding themselves crossing state lines to purchase their preferred nicotine brands. The Juicity Vapor shop in Evanston, Wyoming, has seen a significant influx of Utah customers, with cars from various counties like Weber, Utah, and Sanpete pulling into the parking lot.

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Europe Vape Laws 2025: TPD & National Rules Guide

The regulation of vaping products across Europe presents a complex and often confusing picture for consumers, travelers, and businesses. While the European Union provides a baseline framework through its Tobacco Products Directive (TPD), individual nations – both EU members and non-members – have implemented a diverse array of national laws. This creates a patchwork of […]

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Maldives Implements Generational Tobacco Ban

The Maldives cabinet has decided to implement a generational tobacco ban for individuals born on or after January 1, 2007. Under this ban, the sale, purchase, and use of tobacco will be prohibited for those falling under this age category. The ban is set to come into effect on November 1, 2025, following a six-month […]

Black Market Boom: Is Australian Tobacco & Vape Policy Backfiring?

Australia is grappling with a rapidly expanding illicit tobacco market, a crisis marked by stark price discrepancies, lost tax revenue, and escalating organized crime. While a legal pack of 20 cigarettes costs around AUD $40 due to massive tax hikes, black market alternatives flood the streets for as little as AUD $15. This underground economy […]