Crackdown on Illegal Sale of Water Pipes and E-Cigarettes in Ukraine
Recently, according to the State Economic Security Bureau (BEB) of Ukraine, with the assistance of the Ukrainian National Border Service, the agency successfully uncovered a case of illegal production and sale of hookah and e-cigarettes in the Donetsk region. The seized tobacco products have an estimated market value of 120 million hryvnias (approximately 24.15 million Chinese yuan).
The Ukrainian Economic Security Bureau has revealed that criminal gangs are illegally producing and selling popular branded shisha tobacco. These illicit activities involve the use of well-established sales networks, such as the internet.
Law enforcement officers conducted searches simultaneously at 13 production, warehouse, and sales locations, resulting in the seizure of over 200,000 shisha tobacco products, various disposable e-cigarettes, approximately 8 tons of shisha liquid, over 14,000 units of e-cigarette liquid, and more than 250 barrels of shisha mixtures, all of which were illegal goods.
According to preliminary investigations, the total value of seized tobacco products exceeded 120 million Grivna (equivalent to approximately 24.15 million Chinese Yuan).
Notice
1. This article is provided exclusively for professional research purposes related to industry, technology and policy. Any reference to brands or products is made solely for the purpose of objective description and does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or promotion of any brand or product.
2. The use of nicotine products, including but not limited to cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and heated tobacco products, is associated with significant health risks. Users are required to comply with all relevant laws and regulations in their respective jurisdictions.
3. This article is strictly restricted from being accessed or viewed by individuals under the legal age.
Copyright
This article is either an original work by 2Firsts or a reproduction from third-party sources with the original source clearly indicated. The copyright and usage rights of this article belong to 2Firsts or the original source. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or any other unauthorized use of this article by any entity or individual is strictly prohibited. Violators will be held legally responsible. For copyright-related matters, please contact: info@2firsts.com
AI Assistance Disclaimer
This article may have utilized AI to enhance translation and editing efficiency. However, due to technical limitations, errors may occur. Readers are advised to refer to the sources provided for more accurate information.
This article should not be used as a basis for any investment decisions or advice, and 2Firsts assumes no direct or indirect liability for any errors in the content.
