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A passenger was prosecuted after vaping in an airplane lavatory triggered the smoke alarm mid-flight. The case serves as a warning that vaping on planes can lead to legal consequences.
On April 25, Shenzhen’s IP court heard a case filed by Philip Morris, the world’s largest tobacco company. The dispute involves the design patent of a vaping device, with the claim valued at RMB 3.15 million.
A Taiwanese traveler arriving in Macau from Hong Kong was caught in the green channel with over 10,000 heated tobacco sticks hidden in his luggage.
U.S. vaping rules vary by state, but buyers must be at least 18. On April 18, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said he plans to raise the federal minimum age for all tobacco products, including vaping products, from 18 to 21.
Unboxing photos of the popular RELX pod vaping device.
Japan has introduced its first nationwide smoking ban, affecting restaurants and bars across Tokyo and other regions. Traditional cigarettes face broad restrictions, which may create opportunities for vaping devices and heated tobacco products.
From April 14 to 16, the IECIE Shenzhen International Vape Expo was held in Shenzhen. Since 2015, it has grown from 18,000 square meters and 183 exhibitors to 40,000 square meters, featuring 1,500 brands from 45 countries and regions.
A lab report noted possible risks from toxic substances when certain IQOS filter materials are heated, but so far there is no solid evidence confirming actual detection during use.
HUABO unveiled a dual-drive pod vape featuring its latest ceramic coil technology, with an optional new cotton coil structure. After a year of R&D and 200 rounds of tuning, it aims to deliver richer vapor and smoother flavor.
Authorities cracked down on a factory linked to counterfeit disposable vaping devices. Spinner is described as a Japanese brand focused on vaping products, e-liquid, and related manufacturing systems.
Vitavp has been authorized by Yunnan China Tobacco New Materials Technology to operate Yunxiangyi flavored e-liquid, becoming the first officially licensed vaping company under this program in 2019.
After vaping industry group standards were released in 2017, China’s national standards for vaping devices and e-liquid progressed through drafting, consultation, and review, and are now awaiting approval.