FDA Issues Warnings to 14 Online Retailers for Unauthorized E-Cigarettes

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May.02.2024

FDA Issues Warnings to 14 Online Retailers for Unauthorized E-Cigarettes

FDA warns 14 online retailers for selling unauthorized e-cigarette products popular among teenagers, including Elf Bar and Esco Bar.

According to an announcement issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on May 1st, the FDA has recently sent warning letters to 14 online retailers for selling e-cigarette products without authorization from the FDA. The products are also popular among teenagers. The warning letters involve well-known e-cigarette brands such as Elf Bar/EB Design, Esco Bars, Funky Republic, Hyde, Kang, Cali Bars, and Lost Mary.

According to the 2023 National Youth Tobacco Consumption Survey, out of over 2.1 million adolescents reported currently using e-cigarette products, more than 50% are using Elf Bar products, while over 20% are using Esco Bar products.

Retailers who receive these warning letters, for selling or distributing e-cigarette products in the United States without FDA authorization, are in violation of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Recipients of the warning letters must respond within 15 business days and detail the actions they will take to address the violations mentioned in the warning letter and prevent future occurrences. Failure to promptly address these violations may prompt the FDA to take further action, such as injunctions, seizures, and/or civil penalties.

References:

[1] FDA Issues Warning Letters to 14 Online Retailers for Selling Unauthorized E-Cigarettes

Also Read:

[1] FDA Fines 22 Retailers Selling Unauthorized E-Cigarettes, Mainly ELFBAR

[2] Missouri Bill Requires FDA Authorization for E-Cigarette Sales

[3] Second Lawsuit Filed Against FDA for Failing to Ban Menthol Cigarettes

[4] FDA Cracks down on Selling Flavored ZYN Products, 41 Physical Retailers Fined

[5] South Carolina Senators Pass Bill to Restrict E-cigarette Sales

[6] FDA Launches Searchable Tobacco Product Database for Retailers Compliance

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