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Jun.13.2022

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The mission of the 2FIRSTS is to promote the development of the global new tobacco industry and achieve a win-win situation for consumers and public interests.

2FIRSTS supports the continuous development of global new tobacco industry partners, including Chinese new tobacco companies through its capabilities in media, research, networking, statistical data, etc. We strive to eventually become an irreplaceable service provider for the global new tobacco industry chain.

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China Tobacco Regulation Shift：Policy Updates and Market Impact

China Tobacco Regulation Shift：Policy Updates and Market Impact

2Firsts’ Nine Global Turning Points: How 2025 Reshaped the Nicotine Industry

2Firsts’ Nine Global Turning Points: How 2025 Reshaped the Nicotine Industry

In 2025, the global nicotine industry reached a critical turning point. Regulatory realignment, category shifts, capital repositioning and technological intervention unfolded in parallel, loosening old structures while new ones took shape. 2Firsts reviews nine pivotal events that reshaped the industry’s trajectory.

Moldova adopts new sanitary rules for tobacco products, e-cigarettes and related goods

Moldova adopts new sanitary rules for tobacco products, e-cigarettes and related goods

Moldova is introducing new sanitary standards for tobacco products, e-cigarettes and related goods, with regulations adopted on January 14 aimed at protecting public health and tightening control over tobacco sales. The rules include measures to limit minors’ access to tobacco products, including via online shops, and establish procedures for notifications, reporting and market monitoring.

Jan.16 by 2FIRSTS.ai

China to Cancel VAT Export Rebates on E-Cigarette Products from April 1, 2026

China to Cancel VAT Export Rebates on E-Cigarette Products from April 1, 2026

China’s Ministry of Finance and State Taxation Administration have announced adjustments to export tax rebate policies, placing nicotine-containing non-combustible inhalation products within the scope of items subject to rebate cancellation. The measures will take effect from April 1, 2026.

China National Tobacco Corp paid $222 bln into state finances in 2025

China National Tobacco Corp paid $222 bln into state finances in 2025

China National Tobacco Corporation (CNTC) paid a record $222 billion into China’s state finances in 2025, according to official industry data.

BAT FY2025 Results: New Categories Contribution Expands as Smokeless Share Reaches 18.2%

BAT FY2025 Results: New Categories Contribution Expands as Smokeless Share Reaches 18.2%

British American Tobacco reported FY2025 revenue of £25.61 billion, down 1.0% on a reported basis but up 2.1% at constant currency. New Categories revenue rose 5.5%, with category contribution increasing 77%. Smokeless products accounted for 18.2% of group revenue.

Ireland’s HSE finds over a fifth of vape shops tested still selling to children despite under-18 ban

Ireland’s HSE finds over a fifth of vape shops tested still selling to children despite under-18 ban

Ireland’s Health Service Executive (HSE) data show that more than a fifth of vape shops tested were still selling nicotine-inhaling vaping products to children, despite a ban on sales to under-18s that took effect on December 22, 2023.

Jan.05 by 2FIRSTS.ai

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