A vape directory is only as strong as the enforcement behind it
Jason Carignan argues that Pennsylvania’s vape directory law will depend on consistent enforcement to restrict sales of unauthorized e-cigarettes.
PMI Reports Higher Third-Quarter Revenue
Reuters reported that the company faces rising cost pressures from the war in the Middle East, including energy-related inflation expected to worsen in the fourth quarter.
IGEN, Vertex Expand Excise Tax Compliance Integration
The solution is designed for companies in highly regulated industries, including tobacco and oil and gas, and supports enterprises transitioning.
Armenia Seizes Nearly 38,000 Packs of U.S.-Bound Cigarettes
Customs officers inspected the doors at a cargo terminal after receiving intelligence that an Armenian-registered company planned to export tobacco products.
Vietnam Proposes Online Tobacco Sales Ban, Larger Pack Warnings
The proposal would also cover e-cigarette components and liquids, nicotine pouches, shisha, and certain tobacco raw materials.
Haypp to End Snusnetto Sales After Age-Verification Ruling
The decision follows a ruling that geo-located BankID verification at parcel lockers does not meet legal requirements for secure age verification.
Zimbabwe Tobacco Exports Surpass $1 Billion
Zimbabwe exported 190 million kg of tobacco worth $1 billion so far this year, up from 154 million kilograms valued at $844 million during the same period last year,
ASH Report Challenges UK’s Illicit Tobacco Market Numbers
ASH said illicit cigarettes accounted for 12% of U.K. cigarette consumption in 2024-25, while a KPMG report said it was closer to 45%.
T&C Backs Down on Tobacco Licensing Fees
Tobacco importers would pay the higher of 5% of accepted customs value or 5% of a reference value calculated by tobacco weight.
JTI Philippines Names Alan Jackson General Manager
JTI said he will focus on business growth, product innovation, and efforts to combat illicit tobacco trade through cooperation with stakeholders.
FDA Tabs Jessica Zeller for CTP Compliance and Enforcement
Zeller previously held senior positions within CTP’s Office of Compliance and Enforcement, including serving as its inaugural deputy director.
Zimbabwe Tobacco Registrations Up, Hectareage Down
Registered growers increased 10%, but the tobacco planting area is 85,025 hectares, down from 94,582 hectares in the previous season.
JT to Expand Nordic Spirit Retail Availability in Japan
The company will also expand retail availability of three varieties previously sold through its CLUB JT online shop.
Bulgaria Schedules Two More Cigarette Tax Increases by 2028
A pack currently priced at €4 could increase by about 14 to 15 euro cents after the March 2027 hike.
Malawi Tobacco Grower Registration Reaches 19% of Farmers
The commission plans to assess the reasons for the low registration rate.
Nelt Group and PMI Renew Serbian Distribution Agreement
The agreement covers distribution operations in the Serbian market.
Pennsylvania Begins Enforcing ENDS Directory Sales Restrictions
The directory contains 163 product records across seven manufacturers, including Vuse, JUUL, NJOY, Logic, Naked 100, CrossBar, and e Cig 4 Inmate.
PMI Study Puts EU Economic Contribution at €343 Billion From 2021 to 2025
The study also found that PMI’s European value chain supported nearly 164,000 jobs in 2025, and that the company invested €422 million in research and development.
Reemtsma Criticizes Planned German Tobacco Tax Increases
Reemtsma said higher taxes could accelerate cross-border purchases and illicit tobacco sales without reducing consumption at the same rate as legal-market sales.
Japan Tobacco to Announce Third-Quarter Results Oct. 29
JT will hold an investor briefing via Zoom from 5 to 6 p.m. Japan time on Oct. 29.
Altria to Report Third-Quarter Results Oct. 29
CEO Sal Mancuso and CFO Heather Newman will discuss the results and answer questions from investors and news media.
JT Group’s Habee App Wins 2026 Good Design Award
Habee uses team-based challenges, daily progress tracking, photos, comments, and peer support to encourage users to develop habits and achieve goals.
Republic Brands Announces Major Anti-Counterfeiting Enforcement Action
Republic’s cooperation with police resulted in the seizure of thousands of counterfeit booklets and a criminal counterfeiting charge against one of its operators.
FDA Seeks Two New Voting Members for Tobacco Advisory Committee
The FDA also announced four new voting members: Holger Behrsing, Kim “Skip” Murray, Margaret Nolan, and Andrew A. Strasser.
Malawi Extends Tobacco Grower Registration Deadline
The country has an estimated 191,000 tobacco growers, of whom 49,229 had registered under the KYG system as of Oct. 12.