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Progress Report on the Ban on Disposable Electronic Cigarettes in the UK and Some EU Member States

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2024-11-07

1、 The risk of overdose. Despite clear legal requirements, disposable electronic cigarettes often do not clearly or accurately indicate the actual nicotine content. In addition, compared to other electronic cigarettes, disposable electronic cigarettes typically do not meet the maximum nicotine content requirement of 20mg/ml or the maximum fuel tank capacity requirement of 2ml.

2、 Disposable electronic cigarettes have a short lifecycle and their waste poses environmental risks. Health and environment are inseparable, and environmental pollution harms public health. The microplastics and chemicals released from discarded disposable electronic cigarettes can contaminate soil, waterways, and the food chain, posing a threat to humanity. In addition, there is also a risk of combustion or explosion in the handling of lithium batteries.

3、 The risk of infection and addiction among young people.

√ Low price: Compared to reusable electronic cigarettes, disposable electronic cigarettes have relatively lower costs and prices. The low threshold increases the risk of encouraging young people and non-smokers to try e-cigarettes for the first time.

√ Design flowers: Disposable electronic cigarettes often have beautiful designs (bright colors in products or packaging, imitating other popular elements), easy to use (no prior knowledge or technical operation is required before use), diverse flavors, and even targeted marketing for young people. These factors collectively lead to the astonishing popularity of these products among young people and cause misunderstandings about related risks.

√ Easy to obtain: It is available at various sales outlets and online, and the Internet and social networks are important sources for purchasing disposable electronic cigarettes.

britain

Former British Prime Minister Sunak announced at the end of January this year that disposable electronic cigarettes would be banned across the UK.

In early April of this year, England, Scotland, and Wales in the British Isles of Great Britain successively issued environmental protection laws related to disposable electronic cigarettes, with an expected ban on disposable electronic cigarettes on April 1, 2025.

Latest news: England will ban disposable electronic cigarettes from June 1, 2025

Reference link:(https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-crackdown-on-single-use-vapes)

 

Belgium

The European Commission approved the application to ban the placement of disposable electronic cigarettes in the Belgian market on March 18, 2024.

Reference link:(https://health.ec.europa.eu/document/download/2c0e24a7-8ea5-4464-9bf6-eecc2f45c42b_en?filename=tobacco_c_2024_1673_en.pdf)

Starting from January 1, 2025, Belgium will ban the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes.

 

France

On September 25, 2024, the European Commission approved an application to ban the use of nicotine containing disposable electronic cigarettes in the French market, but rejected its proposals to ban nicotine containing disposable electronic cigarettes intended for or already placed in markets outside of France, as well as applications for nicotine containing electronic cigarettes that are rechargeable and equipped with non rechargeable batteries.

(https://health.ec.europa.eu/document/download/7dfc1451-89e8-41bc-84b7-6ad9ada9027d_en?filename=tobacco_c_2024_6680_en.pdf)

 

Spain

In September of this year, Spanish Health Minister M ó nica Garc í a stated at the Madrid New Economy Forum that he was preparing to draft and revise Real Decreto 579/2017, which includes a ban on disposable electronic cigarettes that are harmful to health and the environment.

At present, there is no news that Spain has submitted an application to the European Commission.

poland

As early as March this year, at a joint meeting of the Health, Climate and Environment Committee specifically discussing the impact of disposable cigarettes on health and the environment, Wojciech Konieczny, Deputy Minister of Health of Poland, announced that Poland would take legal action to introduce a ban on disposable electronic cigarettes.

However, as of now, Poland has not submitted an appropriate application to the European Commission.

Ireland

Irish Health Minister Stephen Donnelly also revealed in September this year that the government had approved the drafting of legislation to impose further restrictions on electronic cigarettes. In the future, advertising and display area management will be further strengthened, packaging colors and patterns will be restricted, flavors will be restricted, and the import, production, and sale of disposable electronic cigarettes will be prohibited.

Germany

Germany is intensifying efforts to combat electronic waste and has introduced new regulations for disposable electronic cigarettes, aimed at promoting sustainability without a comprehensive ban. This initiative addresses the environmental impact of these products through stricter disposal methods and increased awareness of responsible consumption.

The federal cabinet has approved amendments to the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG), requiring disposable e-cigarette retailers (including kiosks and gas stations) to establish collection points for the proper disposal of these products. These retailers will also be responsible for informing customers of their return policies and promoting a culture of responsible disposal.

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