The Polish government is set to discuss a draft amendment to the Excise Tax Act, which proposes extending the excise tax to additional nicotine-containing products, including reusable e-cigarettes, HTPs, and nicotine pouches. The amendment also seeks to broaden the definition of so-called “innovative products.”
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On Friday(01/10/2025), Maine Governor Janet Mills unveiled her biennial budget proposal, which includes a significant increase in the state’s tobacco taxes to balance spending with revenue. The governor aims to raise the cigarette tax from its current rate of $2 per pack, which was last adjusted in 2005, to $3 per pack. Maine currently has the lowest cigarette tax, the highest adult smoking rate, and the second-highest youth smoking rate in New England, which Governor Mills cites as justification for the proposed tax hike.
Read moreAs of January 1, 2025, Albertans face higher costs for vaping products due to the introduction of a new provincial tax. The tax, which matches existing federal rates, adds $1.12 per 2 ml of vaping fluid for the first 10 ml, and an additional $1.12 for every 10 ml thereafter.
Read moreVaping Companies Shift Manufacturing to Indonesia Amid U.S.-China Trade Tensions
The vaping industry faces a significant challenge as global trade tensions, particularly between the United States and China, continue to escalate. With the U.S. poised to increase tariffs on Chinese imports, vaping companies must adapt to avoid skyrocketing costs, supply chain disruptions, and diminished competitiveness in one of the world’s largest markets. This article explores the impact of these tariffs on the vaping industry and how companies are responding to secure their future growth.
Read moreOverview of Vape Tax Structures and Regulations in Southeast Asian Countries
Southeast Asia presents a diverse and complex landscape when it comes to the regulation and taxation of e-cigarettes. Countries in the region have adopted a wide range of policies, from implementing comprehensive tax structures to outright banning vaping products. The regulatory environment in each nation is shaped by its unique approach to public health and tobacco control, resulting in a patchwork of policies that impact both consumers and businesses across Southeast Asia.
Read moreThe European Union (EU) currently does not enforce a uniform vape tax across its 27 member states, leading to a varied landscape of taxation policies for e-cigarettes and related products. More than half of the EU countries have introduced taxes on e-liquids based on volume, categorizing them under consumption taxes. However, the tax rates and structures differ significantly across the region.
Read moreMonopoly Office Chief Calls for Equalizing Tobacco and E-Cigarette Taxation, Cites Public Health Concerns
The Austrian government plans to introduce a new tax on nicotine in e-cigarettes, which will allow for additional funds to be channeled into the state treasury, according to a report by the Kronen Zeitung newspaper on December 11.
Read moreThe vaping industry braces for significant changes in the coming years as a vape tax, set to be introduced in October 2026, and increasing regulations reshape the market. While these transformative challenges may seem daunting, they also present opportunities for those ready to adapt.
Read moreNew Amendment Seeks to Impose €0.15/ml Tax on E-Liquids
A new amendment to the 2025 budget has proposed a €0.15/ml tax on e-liquids used in electronic cigarettes, set to take effect in March 2025. The proposal, put forth by deputies from the Liot and EPR groups, has already sparked a fierce debate among vaping advocates and health professionals.
Read moreVape Advocacy Group Claims Tax Hike Will Make Vaping Too Expensive for Smokers Trying to Quit
The French government plans to implement a substantial 38% tax increase on e-liquids, according to FiVape, a leading French vape awareness organization. The proposed legislation would add a flat-rate tax of €0.15 per milliliter of e-liquid, regardless of whether it contains nicotine. FiVape warns that this new law could put lives at risk by making vaping too expensive for smokers attempting to quit.
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