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 Irish parliament, the Oireachtas, has passed the Public Health (Single-Use Vapes) Bill 2025. The legislation, which completed its parliamentary process on July 7, awaits the signature of President Catherine Connolly before taking full effect in January 2027. Retailers will have a six-month transition period starting in July 2026 to clear existing stock.
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is contacting manufacturers, importers, and warehousekeepers to demand immediate registration for the upcoming Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and the Vaping Duty Stamps (VDS) Scheme. Though applications opened on April 1, the tax authority warns that processing times can exceed 45 working days, making immediate action critical for business continuity.
In May 2025, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a major public health milestone: adult cigarette smoking in the United States dropped to 9%. This marked the first time the rate entered single digits, down from roughly 40% in the 1970s. This decline resulted from decades of tobacco taxes, public smoking bans, […]
A coalition of US public health groups, pediatricians, and parents filed a lawsuit on Tuesday against the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) over its decision to allow certain unauthorized e-cigarettes to remain on the market. The legal action challenges the agency’s regulatory approach to unapproved nicotine products.
The Newark City Council approved the zoning change following recommendations from the city’s Planning and Development Department. Planners argued that the public health issues associated with nicotine products justify regulating these businesses under a separate classification from general and specialty retail.
Azerbaijan’s parliament has advanced legislation to add electronic cigarettes and their components to the nation’s list of items withdrawn from civil circulation. The Milli Majlis Committee on Agrarian Policy approved the harmonizing bill during a videoconference meeting, bringing civil codes in line with the country’s total ban on vapes.
The Crystal City Council met for a study session on July 9 to discuss establishing strict pricing minimums for tobacco and nicotine products. This regulatory move targets the rising popularity of electronic vapes and nicotine pouches among youth by raising the financial barrier to purchase.
The Nevada Tobacco Control and Smoke-Free Coalition has petitioned the Joint Interim Standing Committee on Revenue to increase the state’s cigarette tax by $1.75 per pack. The proposal, presented during a committee meeting on Wednesday, aims to drive down smoking rates but has renewed legislative concerns over the long-term stability of state programs funded by […]
The Isle of Man’s House of Keys will convene for a special sitting on Tuesday to cast a final vote on banning the sale of nicotine pouches to minors under 18. This legislative push aims to close a loophole allowing children to legally purchase these highly addictive synthetic nicotine products.
The Indonesian Ministry of Health’s plan to mandate plain packaging for tobacco products and electronic cigarettes has sparked intense debate. Critics warn that the policy relies on visual changes rather than evidence-based interventions, risking economic disruption without achieving public health goals.