Maine’s Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) has significantly expanded a public health recall for flavored cannabis vape cartridges after tests revealed unsafe levels of a prohibited pesticide. The recall, which initially began in October, now includes several additional product batches from the “Yani” brand, produced by NorCO Outdoor Cannabis.
Read moreThe French government is facing significant backlash from vapers, medical professionals, and business owners over proposed new regulations that would align e-cigarettes more closely with traditional tobacco. Article 23 of the draft finance bill for 2026 includes a new excise tax on e-liquids, a total ban on online vape sales, and stricter administrative oversight for vape shops, placing them under the authority of customs, similar to tobacconists.
Read moreAll businesses in Kentucky that sell tobacco, nicotine, and vapor products will be required to have a state-issued license by January 1, 2026. This new mandate stems from Senate Bill 100, signed into law by Governor Andy Beshear, which aims to strengthen enforcement and regulate the sale of these products across the commonwealth.
Read moreThe United Kingdom’s approach to regulating nicotine products is undergoing a significant shift, marked by the upcoming implementation of a new excise duty on vaping liquids. Effective from October 1, 2026, the Vaping Products Duty will impose a flat rate of £2.20 per 10ml of e-liquid. When combined with the standard 20% VAT, this translates to a retail price increase of approximately £2.64 per 10ml bottle. This new tax is poised to reshape the market, impacting everything from shop pricing and supply chains to consumer behavior and the broader public health strategy surrounding smoking cessation and youth nicotine use.
Read moreThe initial 2026 budget for French Polynesia (Tahiti) includes several proposed tax measures aimed at increasing revenue, with significant hikes targeting imported tobacco and vaping products. The changes, outlined by Minister of the Economy Warren Dexter, signal a move towards higher costs for these items.
Read moreThe Brazilian city of Ponta Grossa has sanctioned a new law (n°15.681/2025) that will prohibit the sale, commercialization, and use of electronic cigarettes (vapes). The legislation, based on a bill by author Julio Küller (MDB) and signed by Mayor Elizabeth Schmidt on Wednesday (Nov 12), will take effect 90 days after its official publication.
Read moreA Russian State Duma committee has recommended for its first reading a government-backed bill that would introduce mandatory licensing for the trade of all tobacco and nicotine-containing products, including vapes. The Duma’s Committee on Economic Policy endorsed the legislation, stating that its implementation would “strengthen effective control over the circulation of tobacco and nicotine-containing products, as well as increase the legality of this market.”
Read moreAs part of a continuing resolution passed by Congress and signed by President Donald Trump on November 12th, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is now mandated to allocate at least $200 million towards enforcing regulations on electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). This funding, drawn from the FDA’s user fees, aims to significantly bolster efforts against illegal vape products, particularly those imported from China and other countries.
Read moreHampton City Council has unanimously voted to instruct city staff to develop proposals for regulating the placement of new vape shops. This initiative aims to protect the general health and welfare of residents and implement “good zoning practice” to prevent clustering of these businesses.
Read moreKazakhstan’s government is officially discussing a potential reversal of its ban on smoking hookahs (shisha) in public establishments like cafes and restaurants. The news was confirmed on November 13, 2025, by Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs, Sanzhar Adilov, following widespread social media speculation.
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