- In November 2023, China exported approximately US$15.6 million of vapes to Poland, a month-on-month decrease of 15.16%, and a year-on-year increase of 31.63%; the export volume was approximately 318 tons, a month-on-month decrease of 8.30%, and a year-on-year increase of 49.91%.
- British American Tobacco Company launched a limited edition “Glo Hyper Air WINNER” in South Korea. This product includes personalized design and artistic sticker skin and can be purchased on multiple platforms.
- Oman’s Consumer Protection Authority recently issued Decision No. 756/2023, banning the sale of vapes, hookahs and their accessories. The decision also stipulates penalties for violators, with administrative fines not exceeding 1,000 Omani rials (approximately US$2,600).
- vapecompany VPR Brands announced that distribution company Turning Point Brands Canada will be the exclusive distributor of its subsidiary brand Honey Stick in Canada.
- Researchers point out that choosing vapesthat contain free nicotine rather than nicotine salts can reduce potential harm to the body.
- During a surprise inspection, the police in Luoshan City, Vietnam, seized 2,219 vapesand e-liquidsof unknown origin.
- Snus is becoming increasingly popular, but experts warn that although it has low addictive potential, it can cause gum ulcers and is linked to increased rates of pancreatic cancer, heart failure and diabetes.