Chile has ushered in a new era of stringent e-cigarette regulation with the recent enactment of Ley 21.642. Effective on 21/May, the law establishes a comprehensive framework of rules and significant financial penalties for both consumers and businesses involved in the vaping market. These measures aim to control the use and commercialization of vape products, aligning many restrictions with those already in place for traditional tobacco.
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Restrictions on Sales to Minors, Public Use, Advertising, and Packaging Take Effect
Starting Tuesday, May 20th, Chile has enacted a new comprehensive law, Ley 21.642, to regulate the sale, consumption, and advertising of electronic cigarettes, commonly known as vapes, including both nicotine and non-nicotine products. This legislation aims to establish clear limits to protect public health, particularly that of young people.
Read moreChile has recently enacted a groundbreaking law, Law No. 21.642, which establishes clear regulations for Nicotine Delivery Electronic Systems (SEAN) and Non-Nicotine Electronic Systems (SESN). This legislation marks a significant step forward for nicotine innovation in Latin America, offering a balanced approach to vaping regulation that addresses public health concerns while respecting the rights of adult consumers to access potentially safer alternatives to traditional cigarettes.
Read moreIn January 2024, Chile implemented Law 21.642, which introduced stricter regulations on the sale and use of tobacco products, including a ban on selling e-cigarettes to minors. The Ministry of Health has been conducting inspections throughout the country to enforce these new rules.
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