France has become the latest European country to ban the sale of nicotine pouches, joining a growing list of nations taking action to curb the use of these tobacco-free products. Health experts have raised concerns about the potential risks associated with nicotine pouches, including medical issues, addiction, and their increasing popularity among young people.
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France has officially banned disposable vapes, commonly known as “puffs,” which have gained popularity among young people. The law, which was passed unanimously by France’s Parliament on February 13, aims to curb youth nicotine use and reduce waste, as reported by the daily newspaper Le Parisien.
Read moreThe French parliament has voted to ban single-use electronic cigarettes, also known as disposable vapes or “puffs,” making France the second European Union country after Belgium to introduce such a ban. The bill, which received final approval in the Senate upper house on Thursday, is part of a broader government campaign to reduce smoking and protect public health, particularly among young people.
Read moreFrance’s Parliament will finalize a ban on disposable e-cigarettes (“vapes”) this week, closing a two-year legislative process delayed by EU notifications and political shifts. The move targets colorful, low-cost vapes accused of addicting youth through sugary flavors and plastic waste. Health advocates warn, however, that nicotine pouches and candy-like nicotine pearls now dominate the market, demanding urgent regulatory action.
Read moreOn February 4th, French deputies unanimously voted in favor of a bill aimed at banning disposable e-cigarettes, commonly known as “puffs.” The legislation, sponsored by several elected officials including Francesca Paquini and Michel Lauzzana, seeks to combat the proliferation of these single-use devices.
Read moreThe French Observatory of Drugs and Addictive Trends (OFDT) has released its annual report titled “Drugs and addictions, key figures,” which reveals a continued decline in smoking rates among both youth and adults in France. Notably, the report highlights that this trend persists “despite the growing popularity of vaping.”
Read moreFrench Health Minister Geneviève Darrieussecq has announced plans to ban nicotine pouches in the coming weeks, citing their popularity among teenagers and the high doses of nicotine they contain. Darrieussecq described the pouches as “dangerous products” that can induce nicotine addiction and serve as a gateway to smoking, especially when used by young people rather than former smokers.
Read moreNew Amendment Seeks to Impose €0.15/ml Tax on E-Liquids
A new amendment to the 2025 budget has proposed a €0.15/ml tax on e-liquids used in electronic cigarettes, set to take effect in March 2025. The proposal, put forth by deputies from the Liot and EPR groups, has already sparked a fierce debate among vaping advocates and health professionals.
Read moreVape Advocacy Group Claims Tax Hike Will Make Vaping Too Expensive for Smokers Trying to Quit
The French government plans to implement a substantial 38% tax increase on e-liquids, according to FiVape, a leading French vape awareness organization. The proposed legislation would add a flat-rate tax of €0.15 per milliliter of e-liquid, regardless of whether it contains nicotine. FiVape warns that this new law could put lives at risk by making vaping too expensive for smokers attempting to quit.
Read moreThe European Commission has given its approval to France’s proposed law banning the sale of puffs and other disposable vapes in the country. The French National Assembly and Senate had already adopted the law in December 2023, and with the European Union’s endorsement, the ban is expected to come into effect in the coming months.
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