Regulations Tighten on UK E-Cigarette Market

In recent weeks, there have been numerous negative developments in the disposable e-cigarette market in the United Kingdom. Independent laboratory Inter scientific reported that 73% of tested e-cigarette liquids exceeded capacity standards and that none of the tested products were registered on the MHRA's list. The UK's Minister of Health and Prime Minister spoke out, pledging to enforce regulations on illegal e-cigarettes and to crack down specifically on underage use of e-cigarettes.

On April 26th at 18:00 Beijing time, 2FIRSTS conducted a live video interview with representatives from the UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) and the Independent British Vaping Trade Association (IBVTA), discussing the recent government regulations and changes in the electronic cigarette market in the United Kingdom.

During a one-hour live broadcast, 2FIRSTS discussed compliance standards and manufacturer concerns in the UK electronic cigarette market through a live dialogue.

John, the chairman of UKVIA, has stated that 40% of smokers in the United Kingdom are transitioning to using e-cigarettes. However, recent events may lead the government to consider changing existing regulations in order to ensure greater safety for the public.

When discussing the priorities of UKVIA and IBVTA, John stated that UKVIA is collaborating with the government and actively planning events to facilitate the spread of scientific knowledge.

According to his knowledge, the World Health Organization (WHO) is planning to propose a ban on open systems at a conference (COP 10) in November of this year.

John stated that the association is still facing challenges and will continue to compete with the anti-e-cigarette association.

2FIRSTS will bring more live interpretation reports tomorrow. Stay tuned.

Live streaming footage from 2FIRSTS | Image source: 2FIRSTS

Further Reading:

The Financial Times reports that the issue of electronic cigarette liquid exceeding safety standards in the UK has garnered attention from society. The focus is now on the disputed future regulatory model.

The UK Prime Minister guarantees crackdown on e-cigarette sales featuring excessive e-liquid content and condemns e-cigarette advertising targeting underage individuals.

Over 30,000 illegal tobacco products and e-cigarette oil that surpass safety limits were seized in Staffordshire, United Kingdom.

The Guardian reports that 73% of e-cigarette liquids in the UK exceed regulation limits, with eight zero-nicotine products containing nicotine detected in testing.