Last updated: December 21, 2024

Regulatory Framework

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

Yes
Analysis

E-cigarettes are regulated under Art. 110 of the Law on People's Health and Healthcare System (Act No. 360-VI), which bans the sale, import, manufacture, distribution, use and sponsorship of e-cigarettes.  It also prohibits most forms of advertising and promotion of e-cigarettes. 

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

No
Analysis

E-cigarettes are not regulated under medicine or pharmaceutical laws.

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

Yes
Analysis

The Law on Advertising (No. 508-II) regulates advertising generally, with specific provisions addressing e-cigarettes and devices. The Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan provides penalties for violations of the various laws.