The FDA has announced a ban on the shipment of e-cigarettes and vaping products through the postal service.
The agency is planning to classify vape products like tobacco, which would mean that commercial companies could only ship them. In other words, no more vaping mail orders.
This is a big deal for anyone who uses vaping products to quit smoking, as they will be forced to drive long distances to find a brick-and-mortar shop in order to buy their e-liquid.
Many vapers have turned to online shopping in recent years because it’s convenient and allows them to buy in bulk. Now they’ll have no choice but to go…
December 2021
Rogue Vapes: Analyzing the FDA’s Current Regulatory Process
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently begun the process of banning vape flavors. The government agency has already issued the decisions for over 2 million market applications. So far, it has only been marketing denial orders (MDOs), which require the products to be pulled from the market immediately.
Tobacco products have been in the sights of government regulators for a while now. In 2009, Congress passed the Tobacco Control Act, giving the FDA authority to regulate tobacco products, electronic cigarettes, and other vaping devices. Under this act, the FDA created a list of additives that are banned from use in …
Scheme to Cripple Vaping Industry
A bill introduced in Congress could cripple the e-cigarette and vaping industry. The “Resources to Prevent Youth Vaping Act” (S. 3461) was introduced by Senators Mitt Romney (R-UT), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Angus King (I-ME), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), and Patty Murray (D-WA) with bipartisan support.
The bill is a direct attack on the vape industry. It’s being supported by five anti-vaping groups: Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, Truth Initiative, American Lung Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, and American Heart Association.
TFA’s stance is that the bill is a good first step …
Are E-Liquid Flavorings Safe to Inhale?
E-liquid, also known as e-juice or vape juice, comprises four main ingredients: propylene glycol, vegetable glycerin, flavorings, and nicotine. Propylene glycol and vegetable glycerin are both recognized as safe food additives; they are used in the production of a wide variety of food and drinks, including cakes, ice cream, toothpaste, and medicines.
The e-cigarette flavorings are not toxic or poisonous in any way. They’re made using approved food-grade flavorings, and they are used in ways and formulations that will not harm you when you inhale them.
There are some health concerns about e-liquid, but these are …
Countries with Vaping Bans or Restrictions
There are many countries around the world where e-cigarettes are banned or heavily restricted. Those who are interested in vaping might want to consider this before traveling to some of these countries.
It is important to point out that as vaping becomes more popular, there will be a greater chance that regulations and bans against it may start to appear in more countries.
It is also important to note that laws and rules change all the time, so be sure to check in with your local authorities before taking a trip if you plan on bringing your e-cigarette with you.
Certain countries around the world have very strict …