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New Zealand Tobacco Liquid Prohibited Substance Detection

 

New Zealand published the “Smokeless Environment and Regulated Products (Revised) Act 2021” in its Gazette on August 10, 2021. The new Parts 5, 6, and Schedule 5 regulate e-cigarette packaging requirements, prohibited features, information displays, notification, and product safety. The New Zealand Ministry of Health is responsible for the supervision and implementation of this regulation.

 

Beginning August 11, 2021, manufacturers and importers in New Zealand would be able to report their proposed or imported E-cigarette products through the Ministry of Health's Health Advisory and Regulatory Platform (HARP). All products must be notified by February 11, 2022.

 

 

E-liquid

 

-The nicotine content in the E-liquid shall not exceed 20 mg/ml, and if present in the form of nicotine salts, it shall not exceed 50 mg/ml;

-The total amount of nicotine in retail E-liquid storage containers, whether calculated by nicotine or nicotine salts, shall not exceed 1800 mg;

-The 11 substances and 10 specific elements that may exist as trace impurities in the E-liquid shall not exceed the limits listed in the following table:

 

 

Substance

Upper Limit (mg/L)

Element

Upper Limit (mg/L)

2,3-Butanedione

22

Mercury

0.2

2,3-Pentanedione

22

Arsenic

0.4

Formaldehyde

22

Cadmium

0.6

Acrolein

22

Chromium

0.6

Acetaldehyde

200

Lead

1

Ethylene glycol

1000

Nickel

1

Diethylene glycol

1000

Antimony

4

Total amount of 4 tobacco specific nitrosamines (NNN, NNK, NAB, NAT)

0.05

Tin

12

Aluminium

12

Iron

12

 

E-cigarette Device

- The volume of retail nicotine containing E-liquid storage containers shall not exceed 120ml, and the volume of zero nicotine E-liquid products is not subject to this restriction;

- The E-liquid container must be protected from damage, leakage, overflow, or flow limiting devices;

- Refillable E-cigarettes must have child protection and tamper resistance functions.


The core content of regulations
1. Scope of application
Suitable for electronic cigarette devices, liquids, cartridges, and related accessories.

Including electronic cigarette products containing nicotine and those without nicotine.

 

2. Packaging requirements
Health Warning:

Health warnings must be labeled on the packaging, such as' Electronic cigarettes contain nicotine and can be addictive '.

Warning signs should be clear and eye-catching, occupying more than 20% of the main display area of the packaging.

Ingredient information:

The main components and concentrations of the tobacco liquid should be labeled on the packaging.

Child proof opening:

The packaging should have a child proof opening function to prevent misuse by children.

Prohibition of misleading information:

Misleading information or patterns (such as "healthy", "low-risk", etc.) must not be used on the packaging.

 

3. Prohibited features
Taste restrictions:

Prohibit the use of flavor names that may attract teenagers (such as candy, fruit, etc.).

Appearance restrictions:

The appearance of electronic cigarette devices shall not be designed in a shape that may attract teenagers (such as toys, cartoon characters, etc.).

 

4. Information display requirements
Sales point information:

When displaying information about electronic cigarette products at sales points, it is necessary to include health warnings and ingredient information.

Online sales information:

Online sales platforms need to display health warnings and product information in prominent locations.

 

5. Notice requirements
Pre listing notice:

Electronic cigarette products need to submit a notice to the New Zealand Ministry of Health before being launched, including product information, ingredient lists, and test reports.

Annual Announcement:

An annual notice must be submitted to the Ministry of Health to update product information and sales data.

 

6. Product safety requirements
Ingredient restrictions:

The nicotine concentration in the cigarette liquid shall not exceed 20mg/mL.

Prohibit the use of certain harmful substances (such as vitamin E acetate, diethylene glycol, etc.).

Equipment safety:

Electronic cigarette devices should comply with electrical and mechanical safety requirements.

Test requirements:

The product needs to be tested by a laboratory recognized by New Zealand to ensure compliance with safety requirements.

Implementation and supervision of regulations
Regulatory agency: The New Zealand Ministry of Health is responsible for the supervision and implementation of this regulation.

Punishment measures: Violations of regulations will be punished in accordance with the law, including fines and product removal.

Compliance process of electronic cigarette products
 

Product testing

Conduct testing in a qualified laboratory to ensure compliance with safety requirements.

Prepare technical documents:

Including product information, ingredient list, test report, etc.

Submission notice:

Submit pre-market and annual notices to the New Zealand Ministry of Health.

Packaging design

Ensure that the packaging complies with health warnings, ingredient information, and child proof requirements.

Market sales:

Sell products through compliant channels.

 

Your company's compliance services
Your company can provide the following services to customers to help them meet the requirements of the New Zealand Smoke Free Environment and Controlled Products (Revised) Act 2021:

Regulatory Consultation:

Provide detailed interpretation of regulations and compliance guidance.

Test support:

Assist clients in completing testing in qualified laboratories.

Technical document preparation:

Assist clients in preparing the necessary technical documents for notifications.

Notice submission:

Assist clients in submitting notices to the New Zealand Department of Health.

Packaging design support:

Provide packaging design recommendations that comply with regulatory requirements.

Continuous support:

Provide regulatory updates and notification maintenance services.

 

summary
The implementation of New Zealand's Smoke Free Environment and Controlled Products (Amendment) Act 2021 marks a tightening of regulation on electronic cigarette products in New Zealand. By complying with regulatory packaging, prohibited features, information display, notices, and safety requirements, companies can ensure the smooth entry of their products into the New Zealand market and achieve compliant operations. Your company's professional services can assist clients in efficiently completing testing, document preparation, and notification submissions, helping them achieve success in the New Zealand market.

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