The Paraguayan Senate has approved a bill to regulate the importation, production, distribution, and use of electronic cigarettes (vapes), including both nicotine-containing (ENDS) and nicotine-free (ENNDS) systems. The legislation, which now heads to the Executive Branch for promulgation or rejection, establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework but has drawn some criticism for its low tax rate.
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Vaping has become a popular alternative to traditional smoking in recent years, but with its growing popularity comes increased regulation and taxes. As vaping taxes vary from state to state, it’s essential to understand the specific regulations and taxes in each state in the United States.
Let’s take a deep dive into the vaping taxes by state in the United States and provide a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the regulations and taxes for your state.
Read moreIndiana residents who smoke or vape will see higher prices starting July 1st, as a new law doubling the tax on cigarettes and other tobacco products takes effect. This marks the state’s first tax hike on these products in nearly 20 years. The tax on a pack of cigarettes will increase by $2, bringing the total state tax to $3 per pack.
Read moreIllinois is set to implement significant tax increases on vaping products and most other tobacco items (excluding traditional cigarettes) starting July 1st. The state tax on vaping products will triple, rising from 15% to 45% of the wholesale price. Similarly, most other tobacco products, including cigars and chewing tobacco, will see their wholesale tax increase from 36% to 45%. Non-tobacco nicotine products like Zyn nicotine pouches and nicotine-containing lozenges and gum are also subject to this higher 45% tax.
Read morePetro Government Explores “Contaminating Agent” Levy as Part of Fiscal Revenue Plan
Read moreThe European Commission is contemplating substantial increases in excise duties on tobacco products, including a potential 258% hike on rolling tobacco and a 139% rise for cigarettes, according to an internal impact assessment. The document, obtained by POLITICO, also reveals plans to introduce EU-wide taxation on currently untaxed or inconsistently taxed items like vapes (e-cigarettes) and heated tobacco products.
Read moreCroatia is set to introduce a new excise duty on e-liquids used in electronic cigarettes (vapes) and increase existing taxes on other tobacco products, effective July 1st. The move, part of a government decree amending excise regulations, has caused significant concern among vape retailers, who warn it could lead to drastic price hikes and potentially the end of business for many.
Read moreKyrgyzstan’s Minister of Health, Erkin Checheybaev, has called for an increase in excise taxes on tobacco products to improve public health, particularly for the younger generation. Speaking at an intersectoral meeting in Bishkek on June 10, 2025, focused on effective ways to reduce tobacco and nicotine consumption, the minister emphasized that higher prices would make these products less accessible to children and adolescents.
Read moreDelaware lawmakers are advancing legislation to substantially increase taxes on cigarettes, other tobacco products, and vaping items. This push for higher “sin taxes” comes after a proposal by Governor Matt Meyer’s administration to introduce new personal income tax brackets for higher earners was shelved, with House Speaker Melissa Minor-Brown deeming the initial income tax relief for lower earners insufficient.
Read moreIllinois’ new budget increases the effective tax rate on all tobacco products, including vapes and e-cigarettes, to 45% to boost state revenue.
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