What heated tobacco products are and how they differ from vaping
A simple guide to heated tobacco devices, tobacco sticks, and why the category is different from open-system vaping.
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The British Parliament has passed the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which implements a phased ban on cigarette sales for anyone born on or after January 1, 2009, effectively creating a smoke-free generation. The legislation also grants ministers new powers to regulate tobacco, e-cigarettes, and nicotine products, including control over taste, packaging, and marketing. that

In Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia, about 550 retailers have voluntarily taken down electronic cigarettes and their e-liquids. The background of this move is Russia's broader crackdown on this category, and it is widely expected that a nationwide ban will be implemented in the future. The local government stated that this measure stems from an industry self-regulation plan launched in 2025, which aims to

A Reuters survey report shows that as the United States intensifies its regulation of unlicensed products, especially those associated with Chinese manufacturers, more and more e-cigarette brands are beginning to label themselves as Made in the United States. According to the survey, at least eight new brands claiming to be made in the United States have emerged in the market since October last year. However, none of these brands have obtained approval from the US Food and Drug Administration

According to the Jordanian income tax and sales tax department, Jordan will ban the sale of bulk hookah tobacco from April 1st, and all products must be sold in officially approved packaging containers. This move is part of Jordan's plan to introduce new regulations for the licensing and operation of hookah tobacco factories in 2025, aimed at strengthening supervision of production and distribution, and ensuring compliance with tax and regulatory requirements. The authorities stated that this move

According to Vassilis Vovos, chief financial officer of Japan Tobacco International, Japan's imminent elimination of tax incentives for heated non-burning tobacco products is expected to put pressure on the company's economic growth this year. This policy adjustment will make the tax rate on heated non-burning tobacco the same as that on traditional cigarettes, and the retail price per pack of heated non-burning tobacco (including sales) is expected.

According to British American Tobacco CEO Tadeu Marrocco, a ban on the import of single-use e-cigarettes in the United States could reduce sales of illegal e-cigarettes by as much as a third. British American Tobacco estimates that unauthorized products, mainly produced in China, account for about 70 percent of U.S. e-cigarette sales, damaging regulated e-cigarette brands and traditional cigarette businesses

Hardcore comparison from technology to experience 1. Product positioning: Flagship VS entry, who understands users better? Glo HiLo: Positioning: The high-end all-in-one machine owned by British American Tobacco (BAT) will be launched exclusively in Miyagi Prefecture on June 9, 2025, and will gradually expand to core cities such as Tokyo and Osaka. Target group: Senior users who pursue the ultimate experience and are willing to pay for the technology premium. IQO

Philip Morris International (PMI) launches a new electric purple color scheme for the IQOS ILUMA i series and adjusts its product line layout Philip Morris International (PMI) announced that its heating and non-burning product IQOS ILUMA i series will adopt electric purple as the new standard color scheme. This color update aims to strengthen brand visual identity while optimizing product line structure. New sales channels and price strategies

The Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has proposed a draft policy to ban the use, manufacture, import and distribution of open e-cigarette equipment, cigarettes and e-cigarette liquids, and is seeking opinions from stakeholders on the proposal. The move is based on consumer concerns about the possible health risks posed by uncertified and modifiable products, and will also suspend testing of these products under existing laws.

Philip Morris International (PMI) announced that starting from April 1, 2026, the prices of its TEREA and SENTIA heated tobacco products will increase to tie in with tobacco tax increases. The retail price of TEREA products will increase from 580 yen to 620 yen, and the retail price of SENTIA products will increase from 530 yen to 570 yen. Miix series of products specifically designed for lil Hybrid devices,

Starting today (January 16), Mexico has completely banned the sales, import and marketing of e-cigarettes and atomizing equipment. The ban stems from the amendment to the Public Health Law published in the Official Gazette of the Mexican Federation. The new regulations implement absolute requirements for all e-cigarette equipment, including disposable e-cigarettes, rechargeable e-cigarettes and nicotine-free e-cigarettes, as well as related accessories and substances.

Scottish convenience store retailers are calling for more enforcement to crack down on what they say is the growing black market in illegal e-cigarettes, Convenience Store magazine reports. They warned that poor supervision could exacerbate the problem. The Scottish Grocers 'Federation (SGF) said illegal e-cigarette sales cost public finances millions of pounds in tax revenue and undermined compliance with local stores.

Pakistan's Senate National Health Services Standing Committee approved the Electronic Nicotine Delivery System (Regulation) Bill, paving the way for its submission to the Senate for consideration. The authorities 'move is aimed at curbing the growing prevalence of e-cigarette smoking among teenagers, especially in Islamabad. The bill will impose strict controls on the import, sale, marketing and use of e-cigarettes, including a ban on school attendance.