Penang has recorded a significant public health victory, with adult smoking prevalence dropping by 15.2%, according to the latest National Health and Morbidity Survey. State Youth, Sports and Health Committee chairman Daniel Gooi Zi Sen credits strict enforcement and education for the decline, which represents tens of thousands of fewer smokers. However, the state is now pivoting its focus to a new target: a potential federal ban on electronic cigarettes.
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Malaysia’s Ministry of Health (MOH) is aiming to implement a ban on open pod vape systems within this year. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad has confirmed that enforcing the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852) is a priority to curb the abuse of synthetic drugs and protect public health.
Key Takeaways:
- Targeted Ban: The initial focus is on banning the sale and use of open pod systems.
- Health Rationale: The move aims to prevent NCDs and conditions like “popcorn lung.”
- Drug Abuse Concerns: Open systems are being targeted due to their misuse with synthetic drugs.
- Cabinet Review: The proposal will be presented to the Cabinet soon.
The Perak state government has set a deadline of October 2025 for all electronic cigarette and vape traders to cease operations. This grace period allows businesses with valid licenses to clear existing stock before full enforcement of the sales ban begins. Legal action will be taken against violators after this transitional phase.
Key Takeaways:
- October Deadline: Traders must stop sales by October 2025.
- Grace Period: Allows clearing of stock for valid license holders.
- Strict Enforcement: Legal action awaits those violating the ban post-deadline.
Malaysia is taking decisive steps towards a complete nationwide ban on vaping, with the Health Ministry targeting final policy implementation by 2026. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad confirmed that the Cabinet has agreed in principle to the ban, stating, “It is not about whether we ban vape or not, but when.”
Read moreThe Royal Malaysian Customs Department has seized over RM16 million worth of electronic cigarettes (vapes), devices, and liquids following a raid on a warehouse in Padang Besar, Kedah. State Customs Director Wan Marini Wan Hamzah reported that the operation, conducted on October 13, uncovered a massive haul of 719,250 units.
Read moreThe Selangor state government is currently drafting a comprehensive policy paper to regulate electronic cigarette products, which includes the potential for a gradual ban on vape usage. State Public Health and Environment Committee Chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin announced this during a state assembly sitting, stating the policy will align with the federal Tobacco Product Control Act for Public Health 2023 (Act 852).
Read moreThe Sarawak state government in Malaysia has agreed to implement a gradual ban on vape products as an urgent measure to combat the escalating trend of e-cigarette use, particularly among adolescents. The decision, endorsed by the Sarawak Cabinet, was announced by Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, the state’s Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development.
Read moreThe Malaysian Health Ministry is advancing towards a total ban on electronic cigarettes and vapes, with a proposal expected to be presented to the Cabinet soon for policy approval. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni confirmed the move, emphasizing that it would be implemented carefully and in stages.
Read moreThe Malaysian Ministry of Health (KKM) has agreed to raise taxes and set a higher floor price for all vape products, mirroring measures used for traditional cigarettes, in an effort to curb their use, especially among youth. Deputy Health Minister Lukanisman Awang Sauni confirmed in the Dewan Rakyat that the ministry had previously proposed increasing the excise duty on vape products tenfold, from 40 sen to RM4 per milliliter, and will re-propose this to the Ministry of Finance.
Read moreThe Malaysian state of Perak will stop issuing new licenses and cease renewing existing licenses for the sale of vapes and electronic cigarettes starting January 2026. Perak Health Committee Chairman A. Sivanesan announced that the state executive council has agreed to this move to protect public health, particularly that of young people.
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