FDA Warns 6 Companies for Trade Show Sales
After observations made by CTP staff attending the trade show, the FDA conducted investigations.
PMI Sells Vectura, Exits Asthma Inhaler Business
September 18, 2024BAT Announces Major Management Board Changes
September 17, 2024Leaked Draft: EU Wants to Ban Outdoor Vaping
September 17, 2024Study: Vapes Lack Health Labels on Social Media
September 16, 2024
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.
Mixed Feelings for Four-Year Anniversary of PMTAs
CTP Director Brian King has authorized only four vaping devices as alternatives to cigarettes.
FDA Posts 2 Regulatory Science Memos for Vapes
Science policy memos provide a snapshot of FDA’s internal thinking on a specific topic.
Fifth Circuit Cites Triton to Vacate 5 Denial Orders
The manufacturers are permitted to keep selling product until the FDA completes new reviews.
More Latest News
New Zealand Cracks Down on Illegal Nicotine Sales
September 17, 2024
Retailers receive fines for selling single cigarettes and failing to hide tobacco products from view.
Study: Vapes Lack Health Labels on Social Media
September 16, 2024
Health warnings also appeared linked with reduced engagement, according to a Boston University study.
Study Suggests Vapes Alter Brain Function in Youth
September 16, 2024
Researchers found that the more students vape, the lower their scores on different tests.
Rocky River Set to Ban Vaping in Public Parks
September 16, 2024
The proposed ordinance would make it a minor misdemeanor, and violators could be fined.
New Zealand Urged to Rethink Closed-System Ban
September 16, 2024
In a submission, CAPHRA says the plan is set to undermine progress in tobacco harm reduction.
Korea Urged to Regulate Vapes Same as Tobacco
September 15, 2024
Current law defines “cigarettes” as products suitable for smoking, sucking, inhaling, chewing or smelling.
Minnesota bans Vaping THC in Multifamily Properties
September 14, 2024
The restriction, which went into effect this summer, does not apply to approved medical use.
FDA Warns 6 Companies for Trade Show Sales
September 13, 2024
After observations made by CTP staff attending the trade show, the FDA conducted investigations.
Ireland Nearing Total Ban on Disposable Vapes
September 13, 2024
Ireland has already banned the sale of all nicotine inhaling products to under 18s and a range of other curbs.
Lawmakers Blast FDA for Rise of Illegal Vapes
September 13, 2024
Lawmakers are demanding that the FDA crackdown on illegal e-cigarettes before receiving more funding.
Frustration Voiced at FDA House Committee Hearing
September 13, 2024
Out of millions of applications, the agency has authorized only a handful of products, note critics.
The Vapor Chef E-liquid Company Ending Operations
September 12, 2024
The company will no longer be able to continue operations following extensive discussions with regulators.
Current issue
Supreme Decision
The U.S. vaping industry is anxiously awaiting a decision from the highest court in the land.
Principled Response
The end of Chevron deference could have ripple effects across the nicotine industry.
Industrial Sabotage
The Mary Miller Amendment will kill the hemp industry, including its industrial sector.
A Cold Chill
While FDA menthol market authorizations are rightly seen as a victory, they may be pyrrhic.
Power Moves
Many in positions of authority ignore alcohol problems and exaggerate vaping issues.
Playing with Numbers
Cheryl K. Olsen explains how research methods can distort nicotine effects and risks.
Global Vapor News Instant Access
Click on any country to view its vapor industry news
Manufacturing
Vapes Major Cause of Aviation Battery Incidents
The rate of ‘battery thermal runaway incidents’ on aircraft hit a record high last year, according to a new study.
Taiwan Mulls Ban on 27 Kinds of Flavor Chemicals
Its proposal targets substances required to create popular vape flavors such as caramel, raspberry and vanilla.
Vaporesso to Celebrate 9th Anniversary in Vaping
On Aug. 18, Vaporesso will celebrate with a music party featuring extreme sports in Nice, France.
Huml Reviews the New Flonq Max Pro System
The Flonq Max Pro’s airflow is smooth and quiet, and there is no struggle to produce vapor.
Retail and Distribution
UKVIA Welcomes Support for Vape Licensing Plan
The UKVIA supports the introduction of vape licensing to fund a nationwide enforcement program.
Nicotine Retailers Urged to Prioritize Training
Sellers of age-restricted products must stay abreast of rapidly changing laws and regulations, says We Card.
Minnesota Attorney General Warns Illegal Vape Sellers
The AG states that once the rules are known, retailers will be fined up to $25,000 per device sold.
Golden, Colorado has First-Ever Fund for Shop Owners
Several Colorado municipalities have passed similar flavored tobacco sales bans recently.
Regulation
Leaked Draft: EU Wants to Ban Outdoor Vaping
Critics say it is a mistake to lump the traditional tobacco products and next generation products together.
Rocky River Set to Ban Vaping in Public Parks
The proposed ordinance would make it a minor misdemeanor, and violators could be fined.
New Zealand Urged to Rethink Closed-System Ban
In a submission, CAPHRA says the plan is set to undermine progress in tobacco harm reduction.
Korea Urged to Regulate Vapes Same as Tobacco
Current law defines “cigarettes” as products suitable for smoking, sucking, inhaling, chewing or smelling.
SPOTLIGHT
CoEHAR Readies to Open Branch in Indonesia
The unit will perform research, outreach and education on harm reduction in the Asia-Pacific region.
FDA Warns 6 Companies for Trade Show Sales
After observations made by CTP staff attending the trade show, the FDA conducted investigations.
North Carolina Cherokee’s Open Pot Sales to All
The North Carolina dispensary first opened on April 20, 2024, for medical cannabis purchases.
Lab Dismisses Lawsuit Against 13 Competitors
The plaintiff said he would be providing further comment upon the filing of a new complaint.
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.