Belgium will prohibit the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes from January 1, 2024, due to concerns about health and environmental impacts. Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke highlighted that these products pose a risk as they can easily attract teenagers to nicotine…

The Federal Constitutional Court of Germany has upheld the tobacco tax on e-cigarettes, which has been in effect since July 2022. The court dismissed complaints from manufacturers and e-smokers, stating that the plaintiffs did not sufficiently justify their grievances. They…

Sixteen EU countries, led by the Netherlands, are urging the European Commission to propose a new tobacco tax law to include electronic cigarettes, which are currently not regulated under existing legislation. The countries argue that the lack of a unified…

Typhoo Tea, a 120-year-old tea company, has been acquired by Manchester-based vape maker Supreme for £10 million after falling into administration due to declining sales and increasing debts. The new ownership ensures that Typhoo remains in British hands, although its…

Switzerland has launched a new recycling program for e-cigarettes, allowing users to collect used vapes in special recycling bags. The aim is to significantly increase the current 20% disposal rate of the 10 million vapes imported annually. These bags can…

The Hague court has ruled against British American Tobacco’s challenge to a Dutch flavor ban on e-cigarettes, reinforcing the government’s commitment to public health. The ban, implemented in 2020, restricts e-cigarettes to tobacco flavors only, due to concerns that sugary…