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.
European Health Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi has declared the EU’s intention to eventually raise taxes on vapes to the “exact same level” as classic tobacco products. Speaking at the European Health Forum Gastein in Austria, Várhelyi stated that Europe is already witnessing the public health impact of vaping, despite it not always being presented as a […]
The Maldives Medical Association (MMA) is urging the government to implement a widespread and complete ban on sheesha (hookah) and to impose higher excise taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages. In a statement, the MMA commended the current administration’s efforts in tobacco control, including a recent vape ban and increased age restrictions for tobacco purchases, but called […]
Navigating airport security can be a stressful experience, and the rules around what you can and cannot carry often seem confusing, especially when it comes to items like lighters and vaping devices. For travelers flying from or within India, the regulations are particularly strict and can differ significantly from those in other parts of the […]
Tapping an e-cigarette with a touch display while driving is prohibited in Germany, the Cologne Higher Regional Court (OLG) has ruled in a final, legally binding decision. The court determined that touching the screen of a vape device falls under the ban on using electronic devices while driving, as stipulated in Section 23 of the […]
A new law restricting the sale of vaping products has gone into effect in Mississippi today. The legislation mandates that only e-cigarette products that have received marketing authorization from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) can be legally sold within the state.
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), in coordination with local law enforcement, has launched a major statewide enforcement operation targeting vape shops and CBD dispensaries selling illegal marijuana and high-concentration THC products. On Wednesday, October 1st, Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach and KBI Director Tony Mattivi announced that agents were executing numerous search warrants to […]
Tobacco and vaping regulations are in a constant state of flux across the United States, with local, state, and federal bodies continually reviewing and updating laws. This monthly roundup from Convenience Store News highlights the latest proposals and approved changes impacting the industry, from age restrictions and flavor bans to new taxes and retail permit […]
Mexico’s Chamber of Deputies has begun the legislative process for a comprehensive presidential initiative aimed at reforming the General Health Law, with a central component being the total prohibition of electronic cigarettes, vapes, and similar devices. The proposal was formally turned over to an internal commission for analysis on Tuesday, September 30th, marking the start […]
The City of Cullman, Alabama, has approved a new local excise tax on vaping products, a strategic move to retain revenue within the city ahead of a new statewide vape tax set to take effect in 2026. The Cullman City Council suspended its typical rules to take immediate action and adopt the ordinance.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has launched a new nationwide initiative aimed at compelling hundreds of thousands of retailers to stop selling illegal vaping products. The campaign is designed to combat the youth vaping crisis and increase “voluntary compliance” among businesses like vape shops, convenience stores, and gas stations by providing clear information […]