Malaysia approves 147 vape firms under new tobacco control law

Nov.05.2024
Malaysia approves 147 vape firms under new tobacco control law
Malaysia's Ministry of Health has registered nearly 200 tobacco and vape products, with 147 vape companies approved for registration as the new tobacco control law takes effect.

Malaysia's Ministry of Health (MOH) has registered a total of 190 types of tobacco and e-cigarette/vaping products, Business Today reported on Nov. 4.

 

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad revealed that this figure includes 30 cigarette brands, 4 cigars, 1 mini cigar, 8 tobacco products, and 147 e-cigarette companies. This move is in compliance with the Public Health (Control of Smoking Product Regulations) Act 2024, which came into effect on October 1st.

 

During the registration process, it is necessary to provide detailed information about smoking products, including materials composition and emissions. This requirement adheres to Articles 9 and 10 of the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, which emphasize the importance of regulating smoking products. Products that do not meet the requirements of this convention and relevant regulations will not be approved for sale.

 

The minister also pointed out that regulation 852 prohibits the sale of e-cigarette products packaged in the shape of toys or food to prevent them from being attractive to children and adolescents.

 

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