Urgent Calls for Stronger Regulation of Illicit E-Cigarettes

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Nov.29.2023

Urgent Calls for Stronger Regulation of Illicit E-Cigarettes

Tobacco companies press for FDA regulation of illegal e-cigarettes, while Reynolds files complaint over Chinese imports.

In recent days, both British American Tobacco and Altria Group have urged the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to strengthen regulations on illegal synthetic nicotine e-cigarettes. Simultaneously, R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company and Reynolds Vapor have filed a complaint with the US International Trade Commission, targeting over 25 companies involved in the illegal import of unregulated flavored disposable e-cigarette products, with a majority of these products originating from China.

Yolonda Richardson, President and CEO of the tobacco harm reduction organization, has stated that illegally distributed and unauthorized flavored products must be removed from the market. This call highlights the shared concern among all parties regarding the regulation and compliance of the e-cigarette market, aiming to ensure product quality and public health.

References:

[1] BAT launches marketing campaign to boost vaping's public health role

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