In a move that has garnered support from the domestic tobacco industry, the Greek Ministry of National Economy and Finance is moving forward with a plan to tax non-tobacco products containing nicotine in a manner similar to tobacco products. The new regulations, included in a tax bill put up for public consultation by Minister of National Economy Kostis Hatzidakis, aim to cover all new tobacco products and e-cigarettes.

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As vaping gains popularity as a smoking alternative, many individuals find themselves grappling with the lingering smell it leaves behind in their homes. While vaping produces a less pungent smell compared to traditional cigarettes, the vaporized e-liquid and particles can still cling to surfaces, permeating living spaces with a distinctive scent. Eliminating this stubborn smoke odor requires a strategic, multi-faceted approach.

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E-cigarette company Juul Labs has raised approximately $1.3 billion in new financing, the company disclosed in a recent regulatory filing. This influx of funding comes after Juul cut hundreds of jobs over the past year in an effort to reduce operating costs amid mounting legal pressures. Read more

The government of Slovenia has proposed new legislation banning the sale of vaping products in flavors other than tobacco and menthol. If approved by parliament, Slovenia would become the latest European country to restrict vape flavors. Here’s an overview of the proposed law and what it could mean for Slovenian vapers. Read more

A new study in New Zealand has revealed that providing smokers access to alternative nicotine products like e-cigarettes is more beneficial for smoking cessation rates than substantially raising taxes on tobacco products. Read more

The UK government is considering implementing a new tax on vaping products as part of a broader push towards creating a “smoke-free generation” of young people in the country. The potential vape tax would be introduced alongside stricter regulations on both cigarettes and e-cigarettes aimed at deterring youth uptake. Read more

The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control (ATC) has published its new V.A.P.E. Directory, an official registry of approved vape and alternative nicotine products permitted for sale in the state. Popular disposable brands like Elf Bar are absent from the list, effectively banning their retail sale in Louisiana. Read more

Concerns Grow Over Teen Vaping Rates, But Approaches Vary Across Canada

Ontario recently announced plans to impose a new provincial tax on vaping products, joining a federal taxation scheme aimed at addressing rapidly rising rates of vaping among Canadian youth. While several provinces have already implemented taxes on vapes, approaches remain inconsistent nationwide. Experts call Ontario’s move an important first step, but say more comprehensive strategies are needed to tackle this pressing public health issue.

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The Irish government is poised to pass new legislation that will make it illegal to sell vaping products to anyone under 18 years old. The ban aims to protect children and curb rising youth vaping rates in the country.

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The UK government is considering implementing a new tax on vapes as part of its strategy to create a “smokefree generation” and reduce youth vaping rates. Recently published government documents indicate plans to explore a vape duty similar to those enacted in other countries. Read more