Singapore Authorities Seize Illegal E-Cigarettes Worth $9,000

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Dec.18.2023

Singapore Authorities Seize Illegal E-Cigarettes Worth $9,000

Singapore authorities seize over $17,000 worth of e-cigarettes and accessories in crackdown on illegal sales.

According to a report from Singapore's Lianhe Zaobao on December 17th, the Singapore Health Sciences Authority conducted a surprise operation and seized e-cigarettes and related accessories with a market value of approximately 17,000 Singapore dollars (approximately 90,000 Chinese yuan). The 36-year-old man involved is currently under investigation by the Health Sciences Authority for allegedly selling e-cigarettes on the Telegram platform and has been arrested.

According to reports, the Health Science Bureau conducted a raid on December 12th, following the news of e-cigarette sales activities in Block 7, Cai Cuogang. The authorities searched the home of the individuals involved and seized a total of over 1,000 e-cigarettes and related accessories. The estimated market value of these items is believed to exceed SGD 17,000.

The Singapore government has shown a firm stance in the strict supervision and control of illegal activities involving the sale of e-cigarettes and other related products. Individuals who violate tobacco regulations will face severe penalties. According to the law, importing, distributing, or selling e-cigarettes and their accessories is considered illegal. First-time offenders may be fined up to $10,000 SGD, imprisoned for a maximum of six months, or both. Repeat offenders may face a fine of up to $20,000 SGD, imprisonment for up to 12 months, or both.

Individuals who possess, use, or purchase e-cigarettes may also face legal penalties and potential fines of up to 2000 Singapore dollars.

References:

[1] 男子Telegram卖电子烟被捕　新加坡卫生科学局起获逾1.7万元电子烟和配件

Also Read:

[1] Singapore Health Science Bureau Arrests 176 E-Cigarette Offenders

[2] Singaporean Teen Arrested for Selling E-Cigarettes to Minors

[3] Singapore Authorities Crack Down on E-cigarette Smuggling, Driver Sentenced

[4] Singapore Man Fined for Selling Imitation Tobacco Products

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