Changes in Industrial Structure Adjustment Catalog: Inclusion of E-Cigarettes

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Dec.29.2023
Changes in Industrial Structure Adjustment Catalog: Inclusion of E-Cigarettes
The National Development and Reform Commission officially released a revised industrial restructuring guide, including e-cigarettes.

On December 29, 2023, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) officially released the "Guidance Catalog for Industrial Restructuring (2024 Edition)" (hereinafter referred to as the Catalog).

 

Changes in Industrial Structure Adjustment Catalog: Inclusion of E-Cigarettes
"Guidance Catalog 2023 (Opinion Solicitation Draft) File Screenshot

 

The term "e-cigarette" is mentioned for the first time in the directory. However, compared to the draft of the "Guidance Catalog for Industrial Structure Adjustment (2023, for soliciting opinions)" released in July 2023, there have been adjustments regarding the portrayal of e-cigarettes.

 

Changes in Industrial Structure Adjustment Catalog: Inclusion of E-Cigarettes
Screenshot of the "Guiding Catalogue for Industrial Structural Adjustment (2024 Edition)" document.

 

The statement for public opinion solicitation states: tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and other new types of tobacco products.

 

The official release refers to new tobacco products such as e-cigarettes.

 

Previously, 2FIRSTS reported on the inclusion of e-cigarettes in the "Guidance Catalog for Industrial Structure Adjustment (2023 Edition, Draft for Soliciting Opinions)".

 

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