Russia’s State Duma May Soon Consider Full Ban on Vape Sales

Nov.11

Russia’s State Duma will soon consider a proposal to impose a complete ban on the sale of vapes. The move follows President Vladimir Putin’s endorsement of a nationwide prohibition. Lawmaker Aleksey Volotskov said vape use has surged by 52% since early 2025, with illegal products now dominating 80% of the market.

Key Points

Russia’s president Putin has supported a full ban on vape sales.
MP Aleksey Volotskov reports a 52% rise in vape use since early 2025.
Proposed measures include administrative and possible criminal penalties.
Lawmaker: “No tax or fine can restore people’s health.”
Illegal vape market estimated to account for 80% of total sales.

2Firsts, Nov. 11, 2025 — According to Yakutia 24, members of Russia’s State Duma are preparing to discuss a legislative proposal introducing a complete ban on vape sales across the country.

Aleksey Volotskov, a member of the Duma’s Committee on State Building and Legislation, told TASS that the number of vape users in Russia has multiplied several times over the past five years, with a 52% increase recorded since the beginning of 2025.

“A full ban on the sale of vapes is urgently needed, along with serious administrative and possibly criminal penalties for their sale and transportation,” said Volotskov. “When the number of users reaches millions, there is no other way — it’s a matter of national security and the health of an entire generation.”

The lawmaker added that taxes, excise duties, or fines cannot restore public health, warning that the long-term consequences of vaping over 15–20 years remain unknown.

Volotskov also noted that the illegal vape market accounts for roughly 80% of the industry, underscoring the difficulty of effective regulation.

The initiative follows President Vladimir Putin’s endorsement last week of a proposal to ban vape sales nationwide. The president’s remarks have since gained strong backing from both government officials and public health experts.

Image Source: Yakutia 24

References:

[1] Госдума РФ может в ближайшее время рассмотреть запрет продажи вейпов

Also Read:

[1] 69% of Russians Support Full Ban on E-Cigarette Sales, SuperJob Survey Shows

[2] Putin Supports Full Russia-Wide Vape Sales Ban

[3] Russia’s FSB Seizes Illegal Vape Warehouse Worth USD 6 Million

[4] Russian Duma Committee Moves to Embed Local Vape Prohibitions

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