Hong Kong Bans Sales of Vaping Devices
Hong Kong has banned the import, sale and manufacture of vaping devices, but personal use is still allowed. Secretary for Food and Health Sophia Chan said the ban will take effect in mid-2022, with a maximum penalty of a HK$50,000 fine (US$6,431) and six
Hong Kong has banned the import, sale, and manufacture of vaping devices, but personal use remains permitted. The Secretary for Food and Health, Dr. Sophia Chan, stated that the ban will take effect in mid-2022, with a maximum penalty of a fine of HKD 50,000 (approximately USD 6,431) and six months of imprisonment for violators.<\/span><\/div>
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According to the South China Morning Post, the long-delayed "2019 Smoking (Public Health) (Amendment) Bill" was passed on October 21, marking a significant victory for health activists and educators who blame these devices for encouraging youth smoking.<\/span><\/div>
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While the new law targets e-cigarette shops and local e-cigarette businesses, consumers are still free to use these devices, prompting some politicians to call for more aggressive measures to curb tobacco use, including a ban on smoking in all public places outside designated areas. However, some argue that Hong Kong should allow the transportation of e-cigarette products and warn that the ban could harm logistics companies' interests.<\/span><\/div>
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The bill was passed in the Legislative Council with a vote of 32 to 3, with two members abstaining.<\/span><\/div>
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