Tag Archive for: Flavored Vape Ban

UK Government Pledges Consultation on Vape Flavours After Petition Hits Milestone

Response Acknowledges Flavours’ Role for Adult Smokers Amid Youth Protection Goals

A petition urging the UK government to reconsider proposed restrictions on vape flavours under the new Tobacco and Vapes Bill has surpassed the 10,000-signature threshold, triggering a formal government response. While reaffirming its intention to regulate flavours to protect children, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has pledged further public consultation before implementing specific restrictions and acknowledged the importance of flavours for adult smokers seeking to quit.

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Polish Vape Industry Urges PM Tusk to Halt Inspections

Calls for Dialogue Amid Claims of Targeting Legal Businesses

Representatives of Poland’s vaping industry have issued a formal appeal to Prime Minister Donald Tusk, urging an end to what they describe as excessive administrative pressure from recent nationwide inspections conducted by tax and customs services. The industry is calling for a halt to the current wave of controls and the initiation of constructive dialogue.

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Hong Kong Proposes Public Vape Ban & Flavor Restrictions

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Hong Kong authorities have unveiled a new tobacco control bill proposing significant measures to curb smoking and vaping, aiming to strengthen public health protections.

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Greece Considers Ban on Flavored E-Cigarettes

Greece’s conservative government is preparing a bill that would ban all flavored alternative tobacco products, with the exception of natural tobacco and mint flavors, as part of a broader effort to restrict minors’ access to alcohol and tobacco products. The move follows incidents of teenagers fainting in a nightclub after consuming excessive amounts of alcohol, highlighting the need for stricter regulations to protect young people.

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Greece’s Proposed Vape Flavor Ban Threatens Public Health Progress

Consumer advocates and vaping organizations from Greece and across Europe are raising concerns over the Greek Ministry of Health’s proposed ban on all vape flavors except tobacco and menthol. The Greek Vapers’ Alliance and the World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA) warn that this measure could undermine the country’s significant progress in reducing smoking rates and jeopardize public health.

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Utahns Cross State Lines for Flavored Vape Products After Ban

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In the wake of Utah’s ban on flavored vape products, many residents are finding themselves crossing state lines to purchase their preferred nicotine brands. The Juicity Vapor shop in Evanston, Wyoming, has seen a significant influx of Utah customers, with cars from various counties like Weber, Utah, and Sanpete pulling into the parking lot.

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Vape Regulation Showdown: PMTA Registries vs. Flavor Bans – What’s Happening in 2025?

The landscape for vaping products in the United States is more dynamic and complex than ever. As of April 9, 2025, state legislatures across the country are actively debating and enacting laws that could fundamentally reshape the market. Two dominant, yet distinct, regulatory trends have emerged, creating uncertainty and high stakes for consumers, manufacturers, and retailers alike: the rapid proliferation of state-level Premarket Tobacco Product Application (PMTA) registry laws and the continued push for comprehensive flavor bans. Understanding these trends, the forces driving them, and their potential impacts is crucial for anyone involved in the vaping space. This post dives into the current state of play, examining key legislative battles and what they signify for the future of vaping in the U.S.1

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Arizona Retailers Accuse Altria of Deception Over Flavored Vape Ban

Several Arizona e-cigarette retailers have accused representatives from tobacco giant Altria of misleading them into appearing to support a proposed bill that would ban the sale of flavored nicotine vaporizer devices, which these sellers consider a significant source of revenue. The controversy highlights the high stakes and intense emotions surrounding the ongoing debate over vaping regulations in the state.

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NYC Sues Nine Major Distributors Over Illegal Flavored Vape Sales

New York City officials announced Tuesday they have filed a federal lawsuit against nine major distributors of disposable flavored e-cigarettes, accusing them of illegally selling youth-attracting products into the city in violation of federal, state, and local laws.

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Washington Lawmakers Revive Bill to Ban Flavored Tobacco Products

Washington state lawmakers have resurrected a bill that aims to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products, including vapes and menthol cigarettes, by July 2027. House Bill 2068, sponsored by Rep. Kristine Reeves, D-Federal Way, received a committee hearing on Monday, despite a similar proposal failing to move forward earlier in the legislative session.

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