Regulation and Legislation
Keeping track of the disposables scene: how will it weather the regulatory storm?
5th October 2023 - Blogs |
We estimate that disposables now account for nearly 40% of the global vape market. But the growth rate that led disposables to their current success also seems to be leading them into a perfect storm
Government to hold consultation about new restrictions for e-cigs…
4th October 2023 - Alerts | Europe, United Kingdom |
Notifications list updated…
4th October 2023 - Alerts | Czech Republic, Europe |
E-cigs on agenda in circular economy debate today…
4th October 2023 - Alerts | Europe, Netherlands |
Njoy turns the table on Juul in patent war, filing ITC complaint and federal lawsuit
3rd October 2023 - News analysis |
Njoy has gone on the offensive in its patent battle with Juul Labs over Njoy’s Ace device and the Ace pods. The subsidiary of Altria Group recently filed an ITC complaint and a federal lawsuit
Weekly regulatory podcast: 25th-29th September
3rd October 2023 - Regulatory alerts podcasts |
Our weekly podcast brings you a summary of the ECigIntelligence daily alerts, covering key developments in law and regulation surrounding e-cigarettes and vaping
Opposition parties defend e-cig regulation…
2nd October 2023 - Alerts | Brazil, South America |
CARE for Moms Act proposes new e-cig tax…
2nd October 2023 - Alerts | North America, United States |
Vape regulation could be equated with tobacco products…
2nd October 2023 - Alerts | Chile, South America |
Esco Bar maker sues over US FDA’s refusal to accept vaping device PMTAs
2nd October 2023 - News analysis |
Esco Bar manufacturer Pastel Cartel is challenging the US FDA’s refusal to accept its premarket tobacco product applications (PMTAs) for more than 100 vaping devices
MPs disagree with vape ban proposal…
2nd October 2023 - Alerts | Asia, Kazakhstan |
Hungary: e-cigarette regulation, September 2023
29th September 2023 - Country regulatory reports , Regulatory reports |
This report provides a comprehensive overview of the current regulatory framework for vaping products in Hungary
US and UK studies cloud vaping debate: health risk or harm reduction tool?
29th September 2023 - News analysis |
Two US studies emphasising the health risks associated with e-cigs could provide further fuel to opponents of vaping and advocates for stricter regulation, but new research in the UK may do the opposite
Prohibited additives amendment renotifed to EC…
29th September 2023 - Alerts | Europe, Netherlands |
UK bill to ban e-cig marketing to kids may signal start of tougher vaping regulation
29th September 2023 - News analysis |
The era of light-touch vaping regulation in the UK may be over. A range of bills, consultations and proposals are looking at ways to increase regulatory scrutiny on vaping products
Deadline for vape product notification is 1st October…
29th September 2023 - Alerts | Australasia, New Zealand |
Vijfheerenlanden to prevent new tobacconists…
29th September 2023 - Alerts | Europe, Netherlands |
Weekly regulatory podcast: 18th-22nd September
28th September 2023 - Regulatory alerts podcasts |
Our weekly podcast brings you a summary of the ECigIntelligence daily alerts, covering key developments in law and regulation surrounding e-cigarettes and vaping
E-liquid tax bill starts third reading…
28th September 2023 - Alerts | Czech Republic, Europe |
Targeting smokers doesn’t make ads acceptable, says UK advertising regulator
27th September 2023 - News analysis |
A decision this week by the UK advertising regulator highlights the pitfalls facing vapour companies in promoting their products online
Restrictions approved on advertising aimed at kids…
27th September 2023 - Alerts | Europe, Switzerland |
ASA rules against e-cig ad on Dailymotion website…
27th September 2023 - Alerts | Europe, United Kingdom |
Fines imposed for incorrectly labelled flavoured disposables…
27th September 2023 - Alerts | Czech Republic, Europe |
E-cig manufacturer and importer lists published…
26th September 2023 - Alerts | Asia, Philippines |
Two-thirds of Dutch people want stricter regulations on vaping, survey shows
26th September 2023 - News analysis |
Dutch citizens think vaping should be regulated more strictly or banned. Two-thirds of survey respondents would like to have stricter laws in force to limit or ban vaping, according to a poll
Ireland: e-cigarette regulation, September 2023
26th September 2023 - Country regulatory reports , Regulatory reports |
This report provides detailed analysis of the regulatory framework in place for vaping products in Ireland, covering all policy areas from taxation and notification to advertising and product restrictions
Supreme Court admits unconstitutionality claim against e-cig ban…
26th September 2023 - Alerts | Central America, Panama |
Lack of e-cig regulation to be discussed in public hearing…
26th September 2023 - Alerts | Brazil, South America |
Judge rules against flavour ban…
26th September 2023 - Alerts | North America, Oregon, United States |
Dunkin’ sues e-cig maker over “Vapin’ Donuts” brand…
26th September 2023 - Alerts | United States |
Nearly £100,000 in illegal vapes seized in Manchester…
26th September 2023 - Alerts | Europe, United Kingdom |
ITC investigates Njoy patent-infringement complaint against Juul…
26th September 2023 - Alerts | United States |
Canada to review tobacco regulations with a view to making companies pay
22nd September 2023 - News analysis |
The Canadian government has begun a legislative review of the country’s tobacco legislation, saying it wants to reduce the number of smokers nationwide