Nicotine in the World archive

INNCO: "Banning e-cigarettes hinders sustainable development"

WHO criticised for tougher guidelines on nicotine products "Smokers should have the right to choose less harmful alternatives to cigarettes" says INNCO.

Denmark wants to ban flavours in e-juice. But the EU says no - for now

Authority accused of hiding figures on road pricing

The Danish health authority is accused of hiding information about e-cigarettes ahead of its decision to ban flavours in e-juice. Now criticism is growing from both politicians and companies.

E-cigarettes to reduce smoking in England

E-cigarettes can significantly reduce smoking. This is the conclusion of the UK Department of Health's report on smoking, health and smoking cessation.

German politicians oppose a tax on e-juice.

German politicians oppose tax on e-liquid

The German government's plans to tax e-liquids are strongly opposed by the opposition. "Should not be taxed as high as cigarettes"

Japan Tobacco lays off staff - and focuses on vejp products

E-cigarettes with nicotine are banned in Japan. Meanwhile, the market for the tobacco companies' version of e-cigs - heat-not-burn - is growing.

E-cigarettes can save lives - says German court

"E-cigarettes save lives". A claim that has sparked debate. Now a German court has ruled in favour of allowing companies to use the phrase in their marketing.

Anti-vejp lobby accused of bribing authorities

The Public Health Agency of the Philippines received money to take a harder line on e-cigarettes. Now criticism is growing.

EU wants to further restrict e-cigarettes

The European Commission wants to restrict e-cigarettes - to fight cancer. "Ignoring the testimony of thousands of users and scientific evidence"

Brexit: new laws for e-cigs underway

The laws for e-cigarettes could change in the UK. "Brexit opens up for laws based on research"

COVID-19, nicotine and e-cigarettes - best of 2020

Covid-19, nicotine taxes and vape shops. That's what Vejpkollens readers like. Thank you for 2020!

Major card companies set high standards to authorise e-cigarettes

Payment companies reject e-cigarettes

It is becoming more difficult for online shops to charge for their services. This is after several payment services withdrew contracts or increased the requirements for their services.

Estonia cancels tax on e-liquid

Estonia randomly removes the tax on e-liquid. The reason is a growing black market and increasing cross-border trade.