Ispire Says FDA Guidance Opens $50B Door
Ispire’s said its 40%-owned joint venture, IKE Tech LLC, is uniquely positioned to provide the age-gating and product authentication infrastructure required for compliance
S. Carolina Looking to Cut Tax on HTPs, Add for E-liquids
The bill would also introduce a new excise tax on vaping products of five cents per milliliter of vape liquid, as South Carolina currently has no tax on e-cigarettes.
Jordan to Tighten Regs on Shisha Tobacco
Jordan will prohibit the sale of loose shisha tobacco starting April 1, requiring all products to be sold in officially approved packaged containers.
Glasgow Vape Shop Fire Draws Attention, Response from UKVIA
The fire drew attention to regulatory gaps, as the store involved was not listed on the Scottish Government’s Register and had not paid business rates.
Philippine Farmers Hail Illicit Tobacco Crackdown
The Interior Secretary warned that some illicit operations may have political or institutional backers.
Azerbaijan Sets Fines for E-cigarette Violations
Individuals using e-cigarettes in prohibited public areas face a $17.60 fine, while other violations carry steeper penalties.
PHANZ and CAPHRA Clash Over Oral Products
CAPHRA stressed that safeguards such as R18 sales, ingredient disclosure, marketing restrictions, and strong enforcement should accompany access.
Kuwait Bans Nicotine Sales Through Digital, Delivery Platforms
Effective March 15, the resolution empowers the ministry to enforce penalties for violations, including warnings, temporary business closures, and license revocation for repeated offenses.
FDA Releases Raw NYTS Data Without Comment
Cigarette usage remained steady at 1.4%, while all other categories dropped from 2024, with e-cigarettes at 5.2%, pouches at 1.7%, smokeless tobacco at 0.6%, and HTPs at 0.7%.
UK’s Generational Smoking Ban Moves Closer
The proposed law also penalizes adults who attempt to buy products on behalf of the underaged, while granting ministers new powers to regulate flavors.
ITC Rules ‘No Violation’ in RJR Complaint
R.J. Reynolds began pivoting its legal strategy with a new investigation instituted by the USITC that shifts to alleged violations of the PACT Act.
Keller and Heckman Responds to FDA’s ENDS Guidance
The firm encouraged industry stakeholders to submit comments during the 60-day public comment period.
Exploding Vape Lawsuit Focuses on Chinese Maker
The case was brought by a man who says he suffered second- and third-degree burns when a vape battery exploded in his pocket.
South Korean Ring Smuggling to ‘High-Priced’ Markets
The operation allegedly generated about $680,000 in profit from more than 70 shipments between March 2024 and March 2025.
Panama Moves to Consolidate Vape Regulations
The bills address prohibitions in public and private spaces, product marketing, quality, safety, and taxation of vaping devices.
JTI Korea Rebrands Ploom Tobacco Sticks as EVO
The EVO lineup features eight variants, mostly mirroring the previous MEVIUS portfolio, and retail pricing remains at $3 per pack.
FDA Outlines Risk-Based Approach to ENDS Flavors
The guidance adopts a “risk-proportionate” approach based on the level of youth appeal associated with different flavors.
BAT Publishes AGM 2026 Notice
Shareholders can access the 2025 Combined Annual and Sustainability Report, performance summaries, AGM Notice, and proxy forms online.
Cigar Bar Bill Passes Iowa Senate
Lawmakers forwarded a Bill to permit licensed establishments where customers can smoke premium cigars while being served alcoholic beverages.
Haypp Launches Caffeine Pouches
The company said the products will be available across its websites in the U.K., U.S., DACH, and Scandinavian markets.
Illicit Cigarettes Threaten Malaysia’s Micro-Businesses
The study found that illegal cigarettes now account for 54.4% of total cigarette consumption, costing as little as 75 cents per pack.
Don’t Criminalize Nicotine Over Illicit Vapes: CAPHRA
CAPHRA calls for stronger enforcement against criminal traffickers, while maintaining access to regulated nicotine alternatives.
Macau Proposes Tougher E-Cigarette, Tobacco Rules
The proposals, aimed at curbing smuggling and teen appeal, also allow frontline monitors to use body cameras.
Philippines Seizes $4M in Undeclared Cigarettes
Officials said the cigarettes were not supported by proper import documents, suggesting an attempt to smuggle regulated goods.
KMI Study Examines Lung Risks and Smoking Habits
Among men, metabolic syndrome prevalence increased to 29.9% in current smokers and 12.6% with women.