State Never Issued Vape Licenses, Ban Effective Since 2016
The Kelantan state government in Malaysia continues to enforce a strict ban on the sale of vape products, a policy that has been in effect since January 1, 2016. Recent statements from state officials confirm this long-standing position and highlight ongoing enforcement efforts.
Read morePublic health experts in Malaysia are arguing for stricter, risk-proportionate controls on vape products rather than pursuing an outright ban, suggesting a more nuanced approach is needed to address the complexities of vaping.
Read moreThe Selangor state government in Malaysia is set to hold a comprehensive meeting to review the possibility of banning the sale of electronic cigarettes (vapes) within the state. This follows a recommendation from the Deputy Inspector-General of Police and recent moves by other Malaysian states.
Read moreAccording to Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, state governments in Malaysia have the authority to ban the sale of vape or e-cigarettes through local councils. He explained that states are empowered by local regulations to control the sale of such devices within their jurisdictions.
Read moreThe Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) has begun issuing non-compliance notifications and warning letters to premises found violating the Ban on Display of Tobacco Products at their Point of Sale counters. The move comes as part of a phased enforcement approach that will continue until October 1, 2024.
Read moreAs of 1/4/2025, Malaysia has put into effect a prohibition on displaying smoking products at point of sale counters, in accordance with Regulation 6 of the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health (Sales Control) Regulations 2024. This move follows the enforcement of the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852) and its related regulations and orders, which came into effect on October 1 of the previous year.
Read moreStarting April 1, 2025, more than 51,000 shops across Malaysia will be required to comply with a new ban on displaying tobacco products at sales counters. This move follows the enforcement of the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852), which came into effect on October 1, 2024, along with its associated regulations and orders.
Read moreAs of April 1, 2025, several Malaysian states will prohibit the open display of tobacco products in shops, in compliance with the Smoking Products Control Act for Public Health 2024 (Act 852). Retailers in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Selangor will be required to keep cigarettes and other smoking products hidden from view in closed cabinets.
Read moreThe Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) will begin enforcing regulations on vape product registration and sales at display counters starting April 1, 2025, according to Selangor public health and environment committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin. The enforcement of product packaging and labelling requirements will follow shortly after, starting on October 1.
Read moreVaping devices quickly gained popularity in Malaysia upon their introduction, particularly among young people. Some saw them as an alternative to traditional cigarettes, while others, including non-smokers, viewed owning a stylish vaping device as a fashion statement. As demand grew, vaping evolved from a habit to a cultural symbol, with users making a statement simply by carrying a device.
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