The Federal Public Service for Health, Food Chain Safety, and the Environment has provided a complete list of electronic cigarette items that will be included on Belgium's positive list of products as of March 8, 2024.
European Union
As of March 1, 2024, manufacturers and importers of e-cigarettes and refill containers in Sweden are required to submit product notifications and annual reports.
On March 12, 2024, the Economic Affairs Commission (CAE) of Brazil holds a meeting to regulate the manufacturing, commercialization, inspection, and advertising of electronic cigarettes.
The UK government has announced the ban on disposable vapes in England, including both nicotine and non-nicotine products. The draft regulations outline the scope of the ban and include an impact assessment.
On March 6, 2024, Slovenia's National Institute of Public Health (NIJZ) considers a proposal to change the Act on the Restriction of Tobacco Use and Related Products (ZOUTPI).
On March 6, 2024, Slovenia's Ministry of Health proposes amendments to tobacco use restrictions.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 5(5) of Act No. 110/1997 Coll, on Foodstuffs and Tobacco Products and Their Ingredients, the Czech Republic has issued a notification on the list of tobacco products and their ingredients.
UK Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt plans to impose additional taxes on e-cigarettes starting in October 2026 to raise prices and discourage non-smokers from smoking.
The Georgian parliament is considering a half reduction in tobacco consumption tax to stimulate the industry, increase competitiveness, and reduce illegal tobacco imports.
Finnish authorities submitted a dossier to the European Chemicals Agency for proposed hazard reclassification of hydrogen peroxide under the Registry of Classification and Labelling (CLH) intentions until outcome regulations on 8th April 2024.