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Over 12,000 students caught vaping in Malaysian schools, says Malaysian Ministry of Education
Malaysia's Deputy Minister of Education stated that over 12,000 students have been caught using e-cigarettes on school grounds this year. Despite a slight decline in usage rates, the Ministry of Education continues to urge the public and retailers to work together to prevent underage smoking.
Nov.05
BAT limits 'Nomad' sales to offline stores under political and public pressure
BAT is believed to have restricted the sale of its synthetic nicotine e-cigarette "Nomad" to offline vape specialty stores, likely due to political and public pressure.
Nov.05
A heated tobacco device invention patent from China Tobacco Hunan IC has been granted authorization.
Recently, the invention patent titled "A Low-Temperature Roasting Smoking Device Heating Component and Low-Temperature Roasting Smoking Device" (Patent No. ZL 202110284686.1), filed by China Tobacco Hunan IC was granted authorization. This patent addresses the limitations of traditional heated tobacco devices by using an insulating bracket to separate each heating element independently, preventing heat conduction.
Nov.05
Malaysia approves 147 vape firms under new tobacco control law
Malaysia's Ministry of Health has registered nearly 200 tobacco and vape products, with 147 vape companies approved for registration as the new tobacco control law takes effect.
Nov.05
E-cigarette firm Max Technology faces bankruptcy amid legal disputes
Max (Shenzhen) Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. recently filed for bankruptcy liquidation in court. The company, which specializes in e-cigarette products and holds several well-known trademarks, is facing a total of 15 legal cases, including disputes over sales contracts and trademark issues.
Nov.04
Maldives president approves new tax law, raising e-cigarette import tax to 200%
The Maldives president approved a 200% import tax on e-cigarettes, vaping devices, and heated tobacco, starting November 1, 2024.
Nov.04
BAT’s synthetic nicotine vaping launch in South Korea faces regulatory hurdles and market resistance
BAT’s synthetic nicotine e-cigarette plan stalls in South Korea as stores refuse sales, citing legal and safety concerns amid market decline.
Nov.04
The Indonesian Vape Consumer Association opposes unlabeled e-cigarette packaging
Indonesia’s Akvindo and AVI urge government to reassess plain packaging for e-cigarettes, citing consumer rights to clear product information.
Nov.01
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