Last updated: June 5, 2024

Regulatory Framework

Are e-cigarettes partly or entirely regulated under tobacco control laws?

No
Analysis

E-cigarettes are regulated under a law separate from tobacco control laws (Act on Electronic Cigarettes and Refill Containers for Electronic Cigarettes, No. 87/2018). However, this law is in line with the EU Tobacco Products Directive.

Are e-cigarettes partly or entirely regulated under medicine or pharmaceutical laws?

Yes
Analysis

Certain e-cigarettes may be classified as medical devices under the Medical Devices Act, and refill containers for e-cigarettes may be classified as medicinal products under the Medicinal Products Act.

Are e-cigarettes partly or entirely regulated under any other laws?

Yes
Analysis

E-cigarettes are regulated under the Act on Electronic Cigarettes and Refill Containers for Electronic Cigarettes, No. 87/2018.