If you are planning a backpacking trip through Southeast Asia or a business trip to Tokyo, you probably have a checklist: passport, visa, power adapters, and—if you are part of the vaping community—your device and e-liquids. But before you pack your favorite Lost Mary or Geek Bar, you need to pause. The regulatory landscape for […]
North American governments are cracking down on flavored tobacco and vaping products, creating a complex and challenging environment for adult consumers and businesses. While the stated goal is to curb youth usage, these sweeping regulations have significant consequences for the entire market. In Canada, strict flavor limitations are already in effect, while a proposed ban […]
Australia has long been an outlier in the global vaping landscape, enforcing some of the strictest regulations in the world. While most countries treat vaping as a consumer good, Australia has historically treated it more like a medicine. Recent changes have shifted the landscape yet again. If you’re a vaper looking to understand the legal […]
The Chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability has demanded a briefing from the U.S. Department of Justice regarding the flood of illegal e-cigarette products from China entering the American market. This move signals escalating concern over national security and public health. In a recent letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi, Chairman James […]
Singapore is intensifying its fight against illegal vaping, announcing significantly harsher penalties for e-cigarette offenses starting September 1. The government’s new regulations specifically target the use and sale of vapes containing prohibited drug ingredients, reflecting a growing concern over public health and safety. This move comes as authorities notice a disturbing trend: the proliferation of […]
New York State has initiated its largest-ever criminal enforcement action against illicit vape distributors, signaling a major crackdown on the illegal sale and shipment of e-cigarette products. The move, announced by Governor Kathy Hochul on September 3rd, targets 12 distributors across the state, resulting in numerous arrests and 38 criminal charges. This coordinated effort between […]
The global tobacco landscape is in a state of major transformation. As traditional combustible cigarette sales face pressure, the industry’s titans—Philip Morris International, British American Tobacco, Japan Tobacco, and Imperial Brands—are pivoting aggressively toward smoke-free alternatives. These next-generation products, including heated tobacco, vapes, and nicotine pouches, are reshaping revenue streams and defining the future of […]
Malaysia is moving toward a comprehensive ban on the sale and use of e-cigarettes. The federal government is preparing to prohibit all vape products, starting with a phased ban on open-system devices before extending to all related items. This initiative, spearheaded by Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad, aims to curb the growing issue […]
The Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced a major joint enforcement action targeting the sale of unauthorized flavored e-cigarettes. This nationwide operation led to the seizure of over 2.1 million illicit vaping products from five distributors and six retailers across seven states. According to court filings, the government […]
Le ministère américain de la Justice (DOJ) et l’Agence américaine des produits alimentaires et médicamenteux (FDA) ont récemment annoncé une importante opération conjointe visant la vente de cigarettes électroniques aromatisées non autorisées. Cette opération nationale a permis de saisir plus de 2,1 millions de produits de cigarettes electronique illicites auprès de cinq distributeurs et six […]
