Ukraine has enacted a new law on the prevention and control of industrial pollution that includes provisions to ban so-called “self-mixes” – mixtures used to prepare e-liquids for vapes. This move aims to close a significant loophole in the country’s existing regulations.
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A new draft law, No. 13548, has been registered in Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada (parliament), proposing a complete ban on the production, importation, circulation, and sale of all electronic cigarettes, refill containers, and their liquids within the country. The bill’s authors describe the initiative as a necessary response to alarming trends in youth vaping and the associated threats to public health.
Read moreThe Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved a new resolution mandating electronic labeling for excisable goods. Starting January 1, 2026, all packs of cigarettes, bottles of alcohol, and liquids for electronic cigarettes (vapes) must feature a DataMatrix code. According to the Ministry of Finance, this measure will increase the traceability of these products, provide additional control over their legal sale, and help reduce the shadow market for alcohol and tobacco.
Read moreTax Authority Clarifies Rules Based on Liquid Content
The Main Directorate of the State Tax Service in Ukraine’s Zakarpattia region has clarified that disposable electronic cigarettes are subject to mandatory excise tax stamping. This requirement stems from the classification of the liquids used within these devices as excisable goods.
Read moreLargest Hike Expected in 2025 Due to Excise Tax Adjustments
Cigarette prices in Ukraine are projected to increase continuously from 2025 through 2028, driven by planned hikes in excise taxes. According to the April 2025 Inflation Report from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU), the most significant price jump is expected this year, partly to compensate for lower-than-targeted tax revenues in the previous year.
Read moreThe State Tax Service of Ukraine, in cooperation with law enforcement agencies, is intensifying efforts to combat the illegal turnover of tobacco products. This was announced by the head of the State Tax Service, Ruslan Kravchenko, during a meeting with representatives of the “Ukrtyutyun” association and international tobacco manufacturing companies.
Read moreUkraine has taken a proactive stance in protecting public health by implementing a comprehensive ban on the sale of flavored cigarettes, roll-your-own tobacco, e-cigarettes, and e-cigarette liquids, effective from July 11, 2024. The ban, which adheres to the World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Control and European integration directive 2014/40/EU, demonstrates Ukraine’s commitment to shielding its population from the detrimental effects of smoking and nicotine addiction.
Read moreViolations of trade and smoking in public places can result in fines of up to 50,000 UAH.
In just a few days, starting from July 11, new restrictions on the sale of tobacco products and the prohibition of smoking electronic cigarettes in public places will come into effect in Ukraine. This is in accordance with the law on measures to prevent and reduce tobacco consumption, as reported by the State Consumer Service.
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