Smoking while driving is a habit many find hard to quit, but it could soon become a costly one in Germany. Experts are calling for a strict ban on smoking in cars when children or pregnant women are present, with proposed fines of up to €3,000 (approximately $3,500 USD) for violators.
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Despite a ban, nicotine pouches are gaining popularity in Germany. Experts warn against underestimating the health risks, especially among youth.
Read moreFederal Council Clears the Way for Prohibition, Citing Health, Fire, and Resource Concerns
The German Federal Council (Bundesrat) has paved the way for a nationwide ban on disposable e-cigarettes by voting in favor of an amendment to the draft modification of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG). The majority of representatives from the federal states supported the amendment, which aims to restrict the use of single-use vaping devices.
Read moreA new study on smoking behavior, published in the international journal Addiction on November 4, 2024, by researchers from the University Hospital Düsseldorf, reveals that e-cigarette use in Germany is on the rise, particularly among young people. The study also found that the number of people who smoke traditional cigarettes remains high.
Read moreFollowing the planned ban on disposable vapes in the United Kingdom starting in 2025, the German Federal Environment Ministry (BMUV) advocates for an EU-wide regulation in this area. Alongside the BMUV, the German Environmental Aid (DUH) also demands a consistent ban on these products due to their environmental impact and effects on the health of young people.
Read moreGermany’s approach to vaping regulations reflects the country’s commitment to public health and consumer safety. As vaping has grown in popularity, particularly as an alternative to smoking, Germany has established a robust legal framework to govern its use, sale, and promotion. Understanding these laws is critical for those involved in the vaping industry, as well as for consumers who want to ensure they comply with national regulations.
Read moreA diverse coalition of German organizations, including the BDE, the German Environmental Aid (DUH), the German Medical Association, and other social organizations, has come together to urge Federal Environment Minister Steffi Lemke to swiftly implement a nationwide ban on disposable vapes. In an open letter, the groups highlight the significant health hazards, environmental damage, and fire risks associated with these products.
Read moreOn April 1, Germany made history by becoming the largest European Union nation to legalize the recreational use of cannabis, despite strong opposition from politicians and medical associations. The new law positions Germany among the countries with the most liberal cannabis policies in Europe, alongside Malta and Luxembourg, which legalized recreational use in 2021 and 2023, respectively.
Read moreGermany’s Health Ministry is proposing a ban on smoking in vehicles carrying children and pregnant women, including the use of e-cigarettes, heated tobacco products, and cannabis. Health Minister Karl Lauterbach is leading the charge for this ban to protect minors and pregnant women from secondhand smoke exposure. The draft proposal, which will undergo coordination with other ministries before being presented to the Cabinet, is an expansion of the existing Non-Smokers Protection Act. In this article, we will explore the details of the proposed ban and its potential impact.
Read moreThe German Customs has notified the local electronic cigarette association and economic operators that tobacco alternatives products, also known as e-cigarettes, which have been listed before July 1, 2022, should be re-taxed, and that all e-cigarettes held within the taxation area with invalid tax numbers, will be taxed according to the e-cigarette additional tax rate from February 13, 2023 onwards. Product owners must act quickly to comply, return used goods to a tax warehouse, have tax stamps affixed (by manufacturers, importers, or purchasers for commercial purposes), and fulfill retrospective taxation obligations. E-cigarette traders are advised to improve their retail packaging and use approved tax stamps for subsequent taxation while the tax warehouse owners must already have tax numbers to undertake all tax after-tax obligations.
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