On March 29, President Surangel Whipps Jr. signed a law comprehensively banning the importation, advertising, sales, and use of electronic cigarettes in Palau, making them illegal.
Read moreThis report covers the latest updates on the global tobacco industry, including news on electronic cigarettes, nicotine bans, and investment plans by major companies such as PMI and Altria. The article provides insights into regulatory changes in various regions, such as Europe and Asia, and reports on the financial performance of industry players like Huabao International and China Botton. If you’re interested in keeping up with the latest trends and developments in the tobacco industry, this article is for you.
Read moreVape manufacturers producing liquid or gel products containing nicotine in Malaysia must register their manufacturing activities with the Customs Department by April 30 to avoid compounds. The government has imposed an excise tax of 40 sen per millilitre on electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) liquid or gel containing nicotine from April 1. Read more about the new regulations on vaping in Malaysia.
Read moreStarting on 04/01/2023, vape liquids with nicotine content will be taxed at 40 sen per millilitre in Malaysia, according to a federal government gazette notice released today. The new excise duty is part of the government’s effort to tax liquid or gel products containing nicotine.
Read moreDisposable e-cigarettes flavoured like sweets and fruits could be banned under plans to crack down on Britain’s child vaping epidemic. The move could target nicotine-filled devices such as Elf Bars — which are hugely popular among teenagers. Neil O’Brien, the minister for public health, will reportedly begin to ask for evidence to justify the clampdown on such vapes in the next few days.
Read moreThe Ministry of Health of Argentina has issued a resolution that bans the import, sale, distribution, and advertising of electronic cigarettes and their accessories, citing the potential harm these products can cause to public health. The resolution signed by Health Minister Carla Vizzotti prohibits the use of electronic devices intended for inhaling tobacco vapors or aerosols, including “Heated Tobacco Products” (HTPs), which consist of a tobacco stick and a battery-powered tobacco heating device.
Read moreAs the popularity of disposable vapes continues to grow, so do concerns about their potential impact on public health. Recent reports suggest that fruit-flavoured disposable vapes, in particular, are becoming increasingly popular among teenagers, raising concerns about their addictive potential and long-term health implications.
Read moreRecently, several Swedish public health experts released a significant report titled “The Swedish Experience: A Roadmap to a Smoke-Free Society,” stating that by promoting e-cigarettes and other harm reduction products, Sweden is on the verge of reducing its smoking rate to below 5%, becoming the first “smoke-free” country in Europe and the world.
Read moreA recent report by the Chief Health Officer of Queensland reveals a 40% increase in the use of e-cigarettes and vapes in the state over the past five years. The report also shows that almost 20% of Queenslanders have tried vaping, with 5% of the population currently using them and almost 2% doing so daily. The highest percentage of users were young adults between 18 to 29 years, where 14.5% of them were users. The report also found that young men who also smoke are the most likely to vape.
Read moreAs the UK government considers a ban on fruit and candy-flavored disposable e-cigarettes, one retailer warns that such a move would lead to the collapse of the vaping industry. Andy Connellan, the owner of Connect 2 Vapes in Worcester, argues that rather than targeting sweet-flavored disposable vapes, the government should enforce existing laws regarding their sale to under-age children.
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