The Canadian government is calling for electronic cigarette manufacturers to disclose information regarding the ingredients used in their products and sales.
On June 17th, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Deputy Minister of Health Carolyn Bennett announced a 45-day public consultation period on proposed regulations.
The Canadian Health Department stated in a press release that "Canada's electronic cigarette market is rapidly expanding." "There are a vast amount of e-cigarette substances throughout the country, and new formulas with new flavors are frequently introduced. Due to limited opportunities to obtain sales and ingredient information for e-cigarette products, the Canadian Health Department's ability to accurately track market trends is restricted.
According to the Canadian Department of Health, the proposed regulations are the first step in introducing a gradual approach to reporting requirements for electronic cigarette products. The Department of Health is considering additional reporting requirements for future implementation, similar to those already in place for tobacco products.
This could include information related to reporting, research and development, and promotional activities. It may also involve disclosing certain information to the public, which would increase industry transparency.
Bennett said that as the electronic cigarette market continues to rapidly grow and attract Canadians, including young people, to use these products, action is being taken to better understand their effects on health and protect the entire population of Canada. The proposed regulations will help educate Canadians about health risks and further research aimed at reducing the number of people affected by the harmful effects of tobacco and electronic cigarette use across the country.
The proposed regulations have been published in the Canada Gazette. Stakeholders can submit their comments to mpregs@hc-sc.gc.ca before August 2nd.
Source: Tobaccoreporter.
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