Author: James Anderson

Quebec has adopted regulations banning flavored vaping products, except tobacco flavor, starting October 30, 2023. Imperial Tobacco Canada (ITCAN) reiterates opposition, arguing the government is acting emotionally without considering vaping’s harm reduction potential. “These regulations will do nothing to change youth consumption. We agree too many young people are vaping but flavor restrictions won’t solve this,” said Eric Gagnon, VP of ITCAN. “Youth already obtain vaping products illegally and will continue to via the black market, where there are no safety standards.” Instead, ITCAN recommends: Severe penalties for supplying vapes to minors Education to discourage adults from supplying to minors…

Councils throughout England and Wales are urging the government to prohibit the sale of single-use disposable e-cigarettes by 2024. Officials cite both the sustainability impact and role of disposables in the youth vaping epidemic as reasons for a swift ban. With impending EU and French disposable bans expected to flood the UK market, local authorities argue quick action is essential to curb mounting public health and environmental threats. But vaping advocates warn banning disposables could perversely increase dangerous illicit products. Councils Flag Disposable Vapes as Unsustainable A council association representing local governments reports 1.3 million disposable vapes are tossed weekly…

A recent study linking vaping to liver disease has been retracted due to concerns over its methodology and statistical analysis. This adds to a growing body of evidence that many influential vaping studies contain fatal flaws, yet pass peer review undetected. Retracted Study on Vaping and Liver Disease The retracted cross-sectional study claimed even infrequent vaping increased liver disease odds. But its retrospective design could not reliably determine causation. The authors failed to address methodology concerns raised by the journal’s editor. This follows earlier retractions of flawed studies inaccurately portraying vaping risks. Despite poor quality, these papers get published in…

Teen vaping remains pervasive despite bans on flavored e-cigarettes and proposals to prohibit public vaping. While youth cigarette use has declined, vaping rates are still troubling. Between 2016-2018, high school vaping in Illinois rose 45%. In 2022, over 10% of teens still vaped regularly nationwide. To curb youth access, regulators must prioritize effective enforcement. Flawed Enforcement Allows Teen Vaping to Persist Many vaping products teens use most are technically illegal, yet remain widely available. Despite FDA warnings and fines, illegal vapes still flood the market. One study found FDA letters failed to target brands popular among youth. When lawmakers questioned…

A concerning loophole has emerged regarding New Zealand’s new vaping regulations intended to protect youth. While the law bans specialist vape retailers (SVRs) from operating within 300 meters of schools and marae, general retailers like dairies and supermarkets face no such restrictions. This exemption threatens to undermine the goal of limiting vape access for students. Vaping Law Designed to Curb Youth Use In June 2022, New Zealand announced tighter vaping policies to address the growing epidemic of underage vaping. This included prohibiting new SVRs from opening within 300m of school and marae boundaries. Officials stated the aim was preventing further…

The UK’s smoking rate could see a dramatic decline within the next five to 10 years, with the potential to halve the number of smokers, thanks to increased support and the prescribing of vapes, according to a groundbreaking report. Alongside this, efforts to make healthy foods more affordable, a sugar and salt reformulation tax, and a mandatory calorie reduction target for the food industry could prevent four million people from becoming obese. The report, led by public services expert Lord Filkin in collaboration with other experts and the King’s Fund think tank, highlights the significant cost of poor health to…

A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals over 10% of young adults aged 18-24 are vaping regularly, raising concerns over nicotine exposure. With brains still developing until around age 25, the high rate of e-cigarette use among this demographic poses potential risks. Key Statistics on Youth Vaping Over 11% of young adults aged 18-24 are using e-cigarettes regularly. Just 4.5% of all US adults use vapes, showing much higher rates in the 18-24 demographic. Many young adults use both cigarettes and vapes interchangeably. E-cigarette use is more prevalent among white youth compared to Black, Latino,…

Let us immerse ourselves into the world of innovative technology where Juul, a renowned name in the e-cigarette industry, is seeking federal authorization for a unique electronic cigarette. This high-tech gadget is more than just an e-cigarette – it’s a system designed to electronically verify the user’s age and prevent the use of illicit counterfeit and unauthorized pod refills. The Magic of Tech How does this device work, you ask? Imagine having a digital bodyguard for your e-cigarette! This novel device can connect to a web or smartphone app that uses third-party verification to ensure users are adults, similar to…

Juul Labs has filed complaints accusing e-cigarette rival NJoy of infringing on several Juul patents through its NJoy Ace product. Juul aims to block Ace imports and sales. On June 30, 2022, Juul Labs filed legal actions against NJoy Holdings, alleging the NJoy Ace e-cigarette violates Juul intellectual property. Lawsuits request halting Ace imports and sales in addition to damages. The complaints come shortly after tobacco giant Altria dropped its Juul stake to acquire NJoy in a pivot toward regulatory-compliant vaping. This article looks at the patent clash within the heated vape category. Juul’s Infringement Claims Juul submitted twin complaints…

The latest Nielsen convenience store data shows R.J. Reynolds’ Vuse e-cigarette continued gaining share while top rival Juul slipped. Vuse rose from 41.8% to 42.3% as Juul fell to 25.6% share. Nielsen’s most recent 4-week analysis of c-store sales ending May 20, 2022 illustrates ongoing changes in U.S. e-cigarette market dynamics. R.J. Reynolds’ Vuse brand expanded its #1 market position, while embattled previous leader Juul saw declines amidst regulatory woes. This article looks at the share trends and factors reshaping the competitive vape category based on Nielsen’s coverage of large chain retailers. We’ll also examine recent developments with key players…