Last updated: March 6, 2020
Main Policies
Sale of e-cigarettes
The law prohibits the sale and import of e-cigarettes.
Use in indoor public places, workplaces, and public transport
Because the law defines "smoking" to include the use of e-cigarettes, the use of e-cigarettes is prohibited in places where smoking is prohibited. This includes most indoor public places, workplaces, and means of public transport, with exceptions for hotel guest rooms and smoking areas/rooms in government facilities, prisons, and port and airport facilities. As a result of these exceptions, the regulatory status code "Some Restrictions" is given.
Advertising and promotion (excluding point of sale product display)
The law prohibits e-cigarette advertising.
Point of sale product display
The law prohibits the sale and import of e-cigarettes; therefore, this policy is not applicable.
Sale of e-cigarettes via the internet
The law prohibits the sale and import of e-cigarettes; therefore, this policy is not applicable.
Flavors (other than tobacco flavor)
The law prohibits the sale and import of e-cigarettes; therefore, this policy is not applicable.
Specified ingredients/additives
The law prohibits the sale and import of e-cigarettes; therefore, this policy is not applicable.
Health warnings on product packaging
The law prohibits the sale and import of e-cigarettes; therefore, this policy is not applicable.
Other product packaging and labeling requirements
The law prohibits the sale and import of e-cigarettes; therefore, this policy is not applicable.
Maximum nicotine concentration
The law prohibits the sale and import of e-cigarettes; therefore, this policy is not applicable.
Device requirements
The law prohibits the sale and import of e-cigarettes; therefore, this policy is not applicable.
Manufacturer/importer disclosures and/or notification requirements
The law prohibits the sale and import of e-cigarettes; therefore, this policy is not applicable.
