Mother’s Milk Denied Marketing for More Than 250 E-Liquids
The applications did not provide sufficient evidence to show comparative health risk data.
Derek Yach: The Promise of Synthetic Nicotine
May 25, 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 Issues 6,500 MDOs to Small Businesses
The agency said the product applications covered a variety of flavored e-cigarettes, including menthol.
U.S. Supreme Court Asked to Review Avail Case
Among other things, the company believes the FDA’s marketing denial order was ‘arbitrary and capricious.’
U.S. FDA on Track to Complete PMTAs by End of Year
Based on the latest status report, the FDA plans to have 55 percent covered by Sept. 30.
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Latvian Vapers Petition to Keep Flavored Vapes
May 24, 2023
The initiative has received enough signatures to require a review in the country’s Parliament.
Misconceptions About E-Cigarettes Persist: Study
May 24, 2023
Half of those surveyed think vapes contain at least the same amounts of harmful chemicals as cigarettes.
Innovator to Harness Artificial Intelligence for Tobacco
May 24, 2023
GenAI’s large language model aims to assist companies with info that is not generally available on the internet.
India Health Ministry Wants Crack Down on Vape Sales
May 23, 2023
The public notice comes after finding that the norms allegedly being flouted by the producers and others.
U.S. FDA Envisions Harm Reduction Approach to CBD
May 23, 2023
The regulatory agency stated that the pathway should allow consumers to make informed choices.
Malaysia Ready to Table New Tobacco Endgame Bill
May 23, 2023
The proposed legislation would make it illegal for anyone born in or after 2007 to buy or use vapor products.
Alaska Senate Again Sends Tobacco 21 Bill to House
May 23, 2023
The bill would also bring fines for those under the age of 21 years old caught possessing vaping products.
CTP Hires Its First Senior Advisor for Health Equity
May 22, 2023
Le Fauve served as the senior advisor to the Chief Officer for Scientific Workforce Diversity at the NIH.
Ispire Technology Banks $24 Million in 3Q 2023
May 22, 2023
As of March 31, 2023, Ispire had $24.0 million in cash and cash equivalents and $5.2 million in working capital.
Fuma Fire Launches ‘Fire’ Vape Brand in Costa Rica
May 22, 2023
The Fire is the only approved vape on the market that has been approved by the Ministry of Health.
Virginia Alcohol Board to Asses Scheme for Liquid Nicotine
May 21, 2023
The ABC’s report and recommendations are due by November 1, and will be informed by stakeholder input.
Flavor Ban Bill Dies in Vermont General Assembly
May 21, 2023
Vermont’s ban was originally proposed in early 2020 as a way to prevent youth use and has died twice.
Current issue
Best of Both Worlds
A new device is slated to offer the cigarette-like flavor of combustibles with the ease of vaping.
Better Late Than Never
The major complaint on proposed U.S. rules for vapor manufacturing is that they took too long.
More to NJOY
As Altria sheds the burden of Juul, its leaders are hoping investors ‘Njoy’ the company’s new outlook.
Vaping in Ireland
Vaping is growing in Ireland’s smaller cities, but combustibles are still king in Dublin.
Mixed Messages
The head of the FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products sent mixed messages during a recent event.
Quitting is Easy
It seems to be very difficult for many politicians and think-tankers to change their minds.
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Manufacturing
Disposable Debate
Two popular disposable vaping devices, Hyde IQ and Elf Bar BC5000, each have their faults and merits.
Better Late Than Never
The major complaint on proposed U.S. rules for vapor manufacturing is that they took too long.
SFATA Safeguards Production, Sales of Vaping Products
The Smoke-Free Alternatives Trade Association continues to help business owners navigate regulation.
Vaporesso Showcases Latest Products at Vapexpo France
The company highlighted its latest in vape tech in the XROS series, the Luxe X series, and the ECO series.
Retail and Distribution
Reynolds Warns Vape Shops to Stop Selling Flavored Vapes
The letters to several small vape shops threaten to sue if the shops do not stop selling flavored vapes.
Serbia to Fine Retailers Selling Vapes to Youth
There is no legal definition of vaping or other tobacco products with or without nicotine in the country.
Numerous Vape Shops Close After Taiwan Vape Ban
Among the city’s 44 stores, 10 have completely shut down their businesses while 15 have closed their doors.
Russia’s Vape Market Growing With Boost From China
Tobacco shops in Russia grew by 20 percent in 2022, with the bulk of profits coming from e-cigarette sales.
Regulation
Misconceptions About E-Cigarettes Persist: Study
Half of those surveyed think vapes contain at least the same amounts of harmful chemicals as cigarettes.
Malaysia Ready to Table New Tobacco Endgame Bill
The proposed legislation would make it illegal for anyone born in or after 2007 to buy or use vapor products.
Virginia Alcohol Board to Asses Scheme for Liquid Nicotine
The ABC’s report and recommendations are due by November 1, and will be informed by stakeholder input.
Mother’s Milk Denied Marketing for More Than 250 E-Liquids
The applications did not provide sufficient evidence to show comparative health risk data.
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.
Elf Bar Maker Wants U.S. FDA to Reverse Red List Addition
The company says it was given no notice regarding the decision and had no opportunity to address concerns.
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.
Juul Labs’ Minnesota Settlement Tops $60 Million
The money, which is front-loaded, is expected to go toward fighting tobacco use, vaping and smoking.
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.