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Spain’s Proposed Vape & Nicotine Pouch Rules Face Strong EU Opposition

Six Nations Issue Formal Objections, Forcing Review Over Internal Market Concerns

Spain’s plan to tighten regulations on alternative tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches, has encountered significant opposition within the European Union. Six member states – Italy, Sweden, Greece, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Romania – have issued formal “reasoned opinions” against the proposed Spanish Royal Decree, citing concerns about its potential impact on the EU’s internal market.

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Balearic Beaches Join Growing Network of Smoke-Free Zones in Spain

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The Balearic Islands have expanded their network of smoke-free beaches, with Muro near Alcudia in northeast Mallorca and Port de Sant Miquel in Ibiza joining the “Smoke-free beaches, healthy beaches” campaign. This brings the total number of smoke-free beaches in the Balearics to 50, as part of a growing trend across Spain to promote healthy habits and protect the environment.

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FDA Faces Leadership Shake-Up: Major Staff Cuts and Departures Shake Health Agency’s Stability

The FDA’s recent leadership overhaul continues to send shockwaves through the agency, leaving a critical leadership vacuum and raising concerns about its ability to fulfill its mission of ensuring public health. On April 01, the FDA’s chief tobacco regulator, Brian King, was placed on administrative leave, marking the latest chapter in a sweeping purge that has affected multiple departments within the agency. The restructuring has particularly targeted the FDA’s tobacco division, which has been a focal point of debate over policies regarding vaping and e-cigarette regulation.

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Spain’s New Vape Tax 2025: Consumer Impact and Alternatives

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As of April 1, 2025, Spain has implemented a new tax on vaping products, aiming to align the taxation of these items with that of traditional tobacco products. This measure, part of a broader tax reform outlined in Law 7/2024, is set to have a significant impact on consumers and the vaping industry as a whole.

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Spain’s Proposed Vaping Regulations: A Regressive Approach to Tobacco Harm Reduction

Spain is currently facing a significant public health challenge with a smoking prevalence of 24%, one of the highest rates in Western Europe. In an effort to address this issue, the Spanish Ministry of Health has recently proposed a draft decree that includes strict regulations on vaping products and nicotine pouches. However, many experts argue that this approach is misguided and may ultimately undermine public health objectives while protecting the cigarette market.

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Brussels to Decide on Spain’s Proposed Tobacco Regulations on April 28

The European Commission is set to rule on the draft Royal Decree regulating certain aspects of tobacco products and their derivatives in Spain on April 28, 2025. The proposed legislation, spearheaded by the Spanish Ministry of Health, seeks to restrict the presence of flavors in electronic cigarettes and limit the nicotine concentration in nicotine pouches to 0.99 milligrams.

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Spain Celebrates Historic Decline in Tobacco Consumption

Recent data reveals a significant decrease in tobacco consumption in Spain, reaching the lowest levels in the past 30 years. This trend marks a crucial shift in citizens’ habits and reflects the positive impact of public health policies.

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9 Out of 10 Smokers Quit or Reduce Smoking Through Vaping in Spain

A recent study conducted by the Union of Promoters and Entrepreneurs of Vaping (UPEV) and Sigma Dos reveals that vaping has helped 90% of users either quit traditional tobacco or significantly reduce their consumption. The report, titled ‘Habit and Use of Electronic Cigarettes,’ surveyed vapers across four Spanish cities—Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. It also found that 70% of ex-smokers who vape report improved health and feel motivated to quit nicotine entirely.

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Spain Imposes New Tax on E-Cigarettes and Nicotine Pouches Starting April 1st

Starting April 1/2025, Spain will implement a new tax on e-cigarette liquids and nicotine pouches, as outlined in the Royal Decree-Law of December 23, commonly known as the Omnibus Decree. The tax aims to generate revenue while addressing public health concerns, but critics argue it could undermine harm reduction efforts for smokers.

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Spain Introduces New Tax on E-Cigarettes and Related Products

On December 21, 2024, the Spanish government published Law 7/2024, which introduces a new tax on liquids for electronic cigarettes and other products related to tobacco (the “new Tax”). This law is part of a broader package of measures that also includes a Complementary Tax to comply with the EU’s Pillar Two directive on minimum corporate taxation and a Tax on the interest and commission margin of certain financial entities.

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