FDA Continues Crackdown on Youth Appealing Vapes
The illegal vapes are packaged to look like toys and drink containers, including milk cartons, soda bottles and slushies.
New Dates for COP10, MOP3 in Panama Announced
November 28, 2023Australia to Ban Single-Use Vape Imports From 2024
November 28, 2023‘Systemic Failures’ Blamed for Panama COP10 Delay
November 27, 2023PMI Names Parman as U.S. Communications Officer
November 27, 2023
PMTA Updates
Thousands of manufacturers and importers submitted premarket tobacco product applications (PMTAs) to the Food and Drug Administration by the Sept. 9, 2020, deadline to continue selling their products in the United States. How have these applications fared? Who will remain in the market and who willl exit? Keep up with the latest developments in market authorizations in this dedicated section of our website.
U.S. FDA Warns Online Retailers for Illegal Vape Sales
The letters cite the sale of products sold under the brand names Elf Bar, EB Design, Bang, Cali Bars, and Lava.
FDA Defeats Logic in Menthol Marketing Order Suit
Logic alleging the FDA violated the Administrative Procedure Act when it denied Logic’s menthol PMTAs.
FDA Denies Marketing Order for Flavored Vuse Alto Pods
The FDA orders cover three menthol-flavored and three mixed berry-flavored products in 3 nicotine strengths.
More Latest News
Supreme to Announce 2023 Earnings, Record Revenues
November 27, 2023
ElfBar distributions are expected to comprise around half of all sales and gross profits for Supreme.
BAT Calls for ‘More Stringent’ Regulations on Vaping
November 27, 2023
The London-based e-cigarette manufacturer also wants a ban on flavors that “uniquely” target children.
Foundation for a Smoke-Free World Severs Nicotine Ties
November 27, 2023
PMI pledged tens of millions of dollars each year to keep the foundation afloat between 2022 and 2029.
Comment Period for Ireland’s Vaping Rules Begins
November 25, 2023
The public consultation is now open for submissions for a six-week period until Friday, January 5, 2024.
New Zealand Ditches Generational Tobacco Ban
November 24, 2023
Consumer groups are encouraging Britain to follow suit and end its aims at a generational ban.
Report Finds Tobacco Control Efforts Have Slowed
November 22, 2023
Implementation of FCTC measures decelerated during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Vuse Continues to Grow Market Share Over Juul
November 20, 2023
Vuse’s market share rose from 41.8% to 42.1%, compared with No. 2 Juul being unchanged at 24.4%.
Australian Lobbists Refuse to Disclose Vape Funding
November 20, 2023
It comes as concerns are raised about one lobby group having a parliamentary access pass, says media.
Costa Rican Health Ministry Warns of Vaping Dangers
November 20, 2023
The agency also recalled the provision that prohibits the sale of vaping products to youth.
PMI Expands IQOS Iluma in Middle East Region
November 17, 2023
The company aims to create a smoke-free future in the Gulf Cooperation Council.
FDA Continues Crackdown on Youth Appealing Vapes
November 16, 2023
The illegal vapes are packaged to look like toys and drink containers, including milk cartons, soda bottles and slushies.
Postponed COP10 Expected to Prioritize ENDS Rules
November 16, 2023
No new dates have been announced for the conference that was supposed to take place this month.
Current issue
GTNF: Seoul 2023
Tobacco harm reduction (THR) took center stage during this year’s GTNF conference in Seoul.
Wasted Time
Time has not been used effectively to lower smoking rates using proven THR policies.
The Blame Game
Tobacco companies often get blamed for things only because they are tobacco companies.
Doubling Down
Australia’s newly proposed crackdown on vaping products is unlikely to achieve its objectives.
The Evolution of Change
A decade ago, the vape industry was the Wild, Wild, West, full of new vape shops on every corner.
Legal Insight
Although the cannabis derivatives market is vast, the regulatory landscape contains many pitfalls.
Global Vapor News Instant Access
Click on any country to view its vapor industry news
Manufacturing
Philippines: New Rules for Vape Supplier Imports
Importers of raw materials for vaping products must now seek special clearances to release shipments.
China Releases Guideline for Vaping Product Exports
China’s tobacco authority released the quality assurance guidelines and other requirements on July 20.
UK Health Authorities Warn of High Nicotine Vapes
Irish retailers have been ordered to remove the two products from sale and to issue a recall to customers.
New Virginia Hemp Law Forcing Some Shops to Close
The law’s supporters said something needed to be done to stop the sale of Delta-8 products.
Retail and Distribution
FDA Increases Civil Monetary Penalties for Retailers
The Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015 requires the increase.
Louisiana Releases Approved Vape Products List
The state’s Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control released its list of nearly 400 approved vape products.
Louisiana Ends Sales of Unauthorized E-cigarettes
Only FDA-approved vapes and alternative nicotine products registered with the state are allowed to be sold.
Deadline is Nov. 1 for Louisiana Vape Product Registration
Store owners say the impact could be devastating for sales since fewer vape products will occupy shelf space.
Regulation
BAT Calls for ‘More Stringent’ Regulations on Vaping
The London-based e-cigarette manufacturer also wants a ban on flavors that “uniquely” target children.
Comment Period for Ireland’s Vaping Rules Begins
The public consultation is now open for submissions for a six-week period until Friday, January 5, 2024.
Report Finds Tobacco Control Efforts Have Slowed
Implementation of FCTC measures decelerated during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Australian Lobbists Refuse to Disclose Vape Funding
It comes as concerns are raised about one lobby group having a parliamentary access pass, says media.
SPOTLIGHT
As Smoking Declines, More Adults Switching to Less-Risky Vaping Products
Cigarette smoking dropped to another all-time low last year, with 1 in 9 adults saying they were combustible cigarette smokers.
ElfBar, Lost Mary Sales Boost Supreme’s Profits
Supreme's ElfBar distribution alone contributed to £26.4 million ($33.3 million) of its £64.6 million revenue.
Biden Signs First Federal Standalone Marijuana Bill
The act is aimed at providing federal support for the research of cannabis and its potential health benefits.
Vaping Ban Suit in Panama to be Heard by High Court
If the court deems the ban unconstitutional valid the bill will return to the legislature for changes.
Location Matters
Where you buy your e-cigarettes may determine if you will be a successful quitter.
Scientists Say Some EVALI Cases May Have Been Covid-19
Scientists urge US to screen for COVID-19 in vaping-related lung disease EVALI and share data discovered.
Philippine Dept. of Education Supports Vapor Rules
The Department of Education expressed its full support towards stricter measures on ENDS products.