According to a report by Freemalaysiatoday on July 12, the Malaysian Ministry of Health has stated that, under the "2024 Public Health Smoking Products Control Act," the sale of e-cigarettes through vending machines will be prohibited.
The management of a shopping center in Kuala Lumpur has stopped operating e-cigarette vending machines on its premises due to concerns over easy public access to such products.
The Ministry of Health stated in a declaration that they have met with management to explain the regulations prohibiting the sale and display of tobacco products.
The statement pointed out that it is prohibited to sell e-cigarettes through vending machines under the Food Act of 1983 and Regulation 10 of the Tobacco Products Control Regulations 2004.
The Ministry of Health has advised management to immediately cease operation of vending machines as a social responsibility, and they have agreed to and complied with this recommendation.
According to a report by FMT, social media users strongly oppose the e-cigarette vending machine installed at a prominent shopping center in Kuala Lumpur.
FMT's investigation found that customers can easily purchase e-cigarette products by selecting their desired items through a touchscreen interface and making payments using electronic wallets like Boost, GrabPay, or Touch 'n Go.
The Ministry of Health also stated in the announcement that the upcoming implementation of the 2024 Public Health Smoking Products Control Act (also known as Bill No. 852) will prohibit the sale and display of all smoking products through vending machines.
The regulation is currently being finalized and, once approved, will come into effect simultaneously with Bill 852.
The Ministry of Health also stated that since June 9th, briefings have been conducted nationwide for law enforcement officers and local authorities to prepare for the implementation of Act 852 and its related regulations.
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