Topic
e-cigarettes
Product Standards #vapes#chemicals
Chinese Vape Manufacturers Use Nicotine Analogs to Circumvent US Flavor Bans and FDA Oversight
WIRED reports that Chinese vape manufacturers are circumventing US federal tobacco regulations by using nicotine analogs, little-studied chemicals that mimic nicotine's effects. Despite flavored nicotine vapes being largely illegal, these products are widely sold in the US. Researchers warn of unknown health risks and regulatory gaps that allow these products to evade FDA review.
Jul 24, 2026 1 source
Regulations & Compliance Product Standards #vapes#e-cigarettes
UK Proposes Plain Packaging and Name Restrictions on Vapes to Curb Youth Appeal
The UK government has unveiled a consultation proposing plain packaging for vapes, banning name descriptions related to confectionery, sweets, desserts, and alcohol to reduce appeal to children. The 100-day consultation follows the Tobacco and Vapes Act and includes measures such as moving vapes out of sight in shops and limiting imagery and branding.
Jul 10, 2026 1 source