On May 22, the Philippine Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) announced that in an operation two days prior in Marilao City, Bulacan Province, a total of 26,000 unregistered e-cigarette products with a total value of 9.1 million pesos (approximately $157,000) were seized.
According to a statement released by the CIDG, a suspect identified as "Chinese national 'Ping'" was arrested on the spot. The suspect is allegedly involved in the illegal sale of e-cigarette products called "Eutral" and did not obtain the necessary permits from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in the Philippines.
The CIDG stated that the suspect is currently being referred to the National Prosecution Service for filing of charges for violation of the Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Vapor Products Regulation Act.
Director General Nicolas Torres III of CIDG stated that the government is regulating e-cigarette products in order to safeguard and promote the public's health rights.
He pointed out: "This large-scale seizure effectively prevented the potential harm that these unregistered e-cigarette products may have posed to public health, and we have successfully arrested individuals suspected of selling these illegal products.
According to 2Firsts, Marilao is a suburban city located in the province of Bulacan in the central part of Luzon Island in the Philippines. It is situated just over twenty kilometers away from Manila and is considered to be on the outskirts of the Manila metropolitan area. Additionally, 2Firsts has not been able to find any information regarding the registration or operation of the "Eutral" brand through publicly available channels.
Notice
1. This article is provided exclusively for professional research purposes related to industry, technology and policy. Any reference to brands or products is made solely for the purpose of objective description and does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or promotion of any brand or product.
2. The use of nicotine products, including but not limited to cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and heated tobacco products, is associated with significant health risks. Users are required to comply with all relevant laws and regulations in their respective jurisdictions.
3. This article is strictly restricted from being accessed or viewed by individuals under the legal age.
Copyright
This article is either an original work by 2Firsts or a reproduction from third-party sources with the original source clearly indicated. The copyright and usage rights of this article belong to 2Firsts or the original source. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or any other unauthorized use of this article by any entity or individual is strictly prohibited. Violators will be held legally responsible. For copyright-related matters, please contact: info@2firsts.com
AI Assistance Disclaimer
This article may have utilized AI to enhance translation and editing efficiency. However, due to technical limitations, errors may occur. Readers are advised to refer to the sources provided for more accurate information.
This article should not be used as a basis for any investment decisions or advice, and 2Firsts assumes no direct or indirect liability for any errors in the content.
