Russian State Duma Considers Banning Vapes in March 2025

The State Duma, the lower house of the Russian parliament, is considering the inclusion of a bill that would ban the retail sale of vapes and related eliquids in Russia in its approximate work plan for March 2025. The proposed legislation, developed by deputies from the Communist Party of the Russian Federation (CPRF), aims to prohibit the wholesale and retail trade of “nicotine or its derivatives, including nicotine salts, as well as nicotine-containing and nicotine-free liquids and devices for their consumption,” according to a TASS report citing a draft resolution from the Duma’s health protection committee.

Global Trends and Domestic Smoking Patterns

According to World Health Organization estimates, 33 countries worldwide had introduced a complete ban on the sale of electronic nicotine delivery devices as of last year, while an additional 79 countries implemented various restrictions related to vaping advertising, sales promotion, and smoking in public places.

In Russia, the Ministry of Health reports that the number of smokers has decreased from 41% to 30% over the past decade. However, the popularity of vapes has quadrupled between 2019 and 2023. Lawmakers justify the need for a ban by citing health concerns and the fact that many people switch to smoking regular cigarettes after vaping.

As the State Duma considers the proposed vape ban bill, industry experts and stakeholders will closely monitor its progress and potential impact on the vaping market in Russia.

Read more: Russian State Duma Discusses Total Ban on Vape and E-Liquid Sales

Author
Recent Posts

Matthew Ma

Marketing at Ecigator

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.