A special commission of the Israeli Tax Authority has presented recommendations to the Minister of Finance for a complete overhaul of how e-cigarettes are taxed and regulated, concluding that the current system has inadvertently created a massive black market. The report states that an exceptionally high tax rate, combined with ease of smuggling and a lack of effective oversight, has led to widespread tax evasion and significant loss of state revenue without successfully reducing consumption.
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Israel is set to become one of the first countries in the world to mandate graphic warning images on cigarette packaging and other tobacco products. The Israeli Health Ministry has published draft regulations requiring these images in addition to existing written warnings, in an effort to deter smokers and prevent youth addiction to tobacco and nicotine.
Read moreThe vape revolution has swept through the world and Israel is no exception. As more and more citizens seek to switch from traditional smoking to this healthier alternative, having an awareness of the vaping laws availed in different countries is essential. Therefore, in this thorough overview, we’ll answer the popular inquiry – Is vaping illegal in Israel? – for better understanding all related regulations.
Read moreThe Israeli Health Ministry discussed the possibility of banning e-cigarette sales on Thursday. High-ranking ministry officials stated that “options are being reviewed due to two challenging cases.”
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