Russia Proposes National License for Tobacco and E-Cigarette Products
On April 12th, according to the Russian media outlet "Parliamentary Gazette", the Russian government has proposed that the production, storage, and supply of cigarettes, tobacco, and electronic nicotine products should require a state license. The State Duma approved the bill (No. 310882-8 and No. 310820-8) on its first reading during a plenary session held on this day.
The bill introduces regulations for the production and distribution of tobacco and nicotine-containing products and their raw materials. This includes regulation of both traditional and electronic cigarettes. The bill outlines standards for these products and stipulates that relevant technological equipment must be registered with the appropriate authorities.
The proposed legislation mandates that the production, storage, and supply of cigarettes, tobacco, and nicotine products all require a license. As of March 1, 2024, possession of a license will become mandatory. Should tobacco producers be found without a license, have their license suspended, or have their license revoked, their production equipment will be sealed.
Alexei Sazanov, the Deputy Minister of Finance of Russia, has announced plans to use a monitoring information system based on "honest labeling" to track the production and distribution of tobacco and nicotine products. The sale of these products will only be allowed with proper documentation proving their legality. Additionally, there is a proposal to prohibit the sale of unpackaged cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and tobacco products.
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