New Zealand Prepares for New E-Cig Regulations, 10 million Devices to be Scrapped

New Zealand retailers are preparing for the implementation of new regulations on disposable e-cigarettes, potentially displacing 300,000 units by landfill. Over 600 specialized e-cigarette stores may have to discard 10 million devices. Environmental and health advocates argue that the efforts made to remove these products will be worthwhile. The new regulations may lead to consumer stockpiling and potentially fuel the black market. Unsold inventory may be transported overseas for sales, with the industry closely monitoring the situation.