On July 31st, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued warning letters to five online retailers for selling unauthorized disposable e-cigarette products under the brands Geek Bar, Lost Mary, and Bang.
The retailers who have been warned include:
- Smoke and Vape Company, LLC (doing business as Smoke and Vape Co.);
- Smoking Vibes LLC (doing business as Smoking Vibes);
- Cavalry Industries (doing business as Select Vape);
- HTXW LLC (doing business as FOMO Culture);
- Global Supply Allies Inc. (doing business as Vapor Grab).
These warning letters are the result of ongoing monitoring by the FDA of various surveillance systems, including reviewing various data to identify emerging products that may be appealing to or popular among adolescents. For example, the latest data shows that sales of the Chinese e-cigarette brand Geek Bar have recently increased, potentially attracting adolescents.
The FDA stated that retailers who received warning letters have 15 working days to respond, detailing the actions they will take to address the violations outlined in the warning letter and prevent future violations. If the violations are not corrected in a timely manner, the FDA may take further action, such as injunctions, seizures, and/or civil penalties.
As of August 1, 2024, the FDA has authorized 34 types of e-cigarette products and devices. The FDA holds retailers accountable for selling unauthorized tobacco products, especially those popular among youth. To date, the FDA has issued over 680 warning letters to companies manufacturing, selling, and/or distributing unauthorized new tobacco products, over 690 warning letters to retailers selling unauthorized tobacco products, and filed civil penalty complaints against 64 manufacturers and over 140 retailers, accusing them of distributing and/or selling unauthorized tobacco products.
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.
