The Indonesian Personal Vaporizer Association (APVI) has reported a remarkable 50% increase in electronic cigarette tax stamp purchases, reaching an impressive Rp2.8 trillion in 2024. This substantial growth is a testament to the rapid expansion of the electronic cigarette industry, driven by strong demand from both domestic and international markets.
Read moreThe Tennessee Legislature is considering a bill that would significantly impact vape shops across the state. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Representative David Hawk in the House and a corresponding bill in the Senate, would ban all non-Food and Drug Administration (FDA) compliant products. The bill recently passed a committee, moving it one step closer to becoming law.
Read moreNew Resources Provide Detailed Instructions on Compliance, Product Legitimacy, Age Verification, and Recycling Requirements
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has published a comprehensive guide and accompanying poster to assist retailers in preparing for the upcoming ban on disposable vaping products in the UK. The ban, set to take effect on June 1, 2025, will make it illegal for retailers to sell, offer for sale, or possess for sale any disposable vaping devices.
Read moreAs a retailer in the UK, you’ve likely heard about the impending ban on disposable vapes, set to take effect on June 1, 2025. This regulatory change will have a significant impact on the convenience store sector, as disposable vapes have become a major revenue driver in recent years. In 2024 alone, the top 25 bestselling disposable vapes generated an average of £324.58 in weekly sales and £172.77 in profit per store.
Read moreThe Tobacco and Vapes Bill in England, which aims to regulate the sale of tobacco and vaping products, is currently making its way through the legislative process. Having completed the Committee stage in the House of Commons, the bill will next move to the Report Stage and 3rd Reading, with dates yet to be determined.
Read moreThe UK government has unveiled strict penalties for retailers who violate the upcoming disposable vape ban, set to take effect on 1 June 2025. Businesses caught selling single-use vapes after this date could face fines of up to £5,000, imprisonment for up to two years, or both. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has outlined enforcement measures, which vary across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Read moreThe FDA recently released a downloadable one-page list of vaping products authorized for legal sale in the United States. Intended as a resource for retailers, the list purportedly includes “34 tobacco-flavored e-cigarettes and devices” granted marketing orders as of January 2025.
Read moreThe Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has issued infringement notices totaling $396,000 to 20 retail businesses in Melbourne for the alleged unlawful supply of vaping products. The fines, which amount to $19,800 per business, were the result of a joint operation conducted in December 2024 by the TGA and the Victorian Department of Health to enforce compliance with recent vaping reforms.
Read moreThe UK government has released official guidance detailing its plan to prohibit the sale of single-use, disposable vaping devices starting from June 1, 2025. This comprehensive ban will make it illegal for businesses to sell, offer for sale, or possess for the purpose of selling any vaping products designed for single use only. The new regulations apply to all such devices, whether or not they contain nicotine, and cover both online and physical retail sales across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Read moreUnderstanding the Impact of House Bill 11 on Kentucky’s Vaping Industry
On January 1, 2025, Kentucky’s House Bill 11, informally known as the “Kentucky vape ban,” went into effect. The new law, which passed during the 2024 legislative session, aims to curb the sale of electronic cigarettes to young people and address the state’s “vaping epidemic.”
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