South America

Proposal to criminalize e-cigarette sales, imports, and advertising in Brazil under review in Congress, led by Gisela Simona.

Claudia Woods appointed as CEO of British American Tobacco Brazil, becoming first female leader in company's history.

Brazil's health regulatory agency, Anvisa, cancels visit to British American Tobacco to avoid e-cigarette authorization discussion.

Brazilian Federal Highway Police (PRF) seized over 623,000 e-cigarettes on federal highways in 2024, a 153% increase from 2023.

Anvisa to inspect BAT and AstraZeneca facilities amid e-cigarette debate, without disclosing exact agenda or visit schedule.

Argentinian police in Misiones seized over 100 million pesos worth of smuggled e-cigarettes in Piñalito during a vehicle operation.

Brazilian Federal Revenue announced the seizure of 5.6 tons of e-cigarettes worth over $800,000 at Guarulhos International Airport.

Chilean Senate health committee met with the Comptroller General to discuss upcoming regulations, particularly focusing on e-cigarettes.