Netherlands tobacco control timeline: flavor ban and supermarket sales in 2024, sales only in specia

FLOW-wrap: break-word !important;"> According to Gewu, after making and postponing smoke-free plans many times, the Netherlands now has a relatively clear time plan. Currently, the Netherlands is determined to achieve a smoke-free generation by 2040 through the National Prevention Agreement. The specific plans of the National Prevention Agreement are as follows:

First, increase consumption tax;

The Dutch government will increase tobacco consumption tax twice on April 1, 2023 and April 1, 2024. After the tax increase, the average price of a pack of cigarettes will reach 10 euros in 2024. At the same time, consumption taxes on other products will also be increased, such as cigars, cigarettes and heated tobacco.

Second, reduce tobacco ande-cigarettespoint of sale;

2022: Ban all cigarette vending machines.

2023: Starting from July 1, 2023, online sales of traditional tobacco and e-cigarettes will be prohibited. The ban applies to:

1. Domestic online sales: Dutch stores are not allowed to sell traditional tobacco and related products online to Dutch consumers, such as atomized e-cigarettes, heated cigarettes and herbal products used for smoking;

2. Cross-border online sales: Foreign stores are no longer allowed to sell tobacco products, e-cigarettes and supplementary products online to Dutch consumers, and Dutch stores are no longer allowed to sell online to foreign consumers.

2024: On July 1, the sale of tobacco and e-cigarettes in supermarkets and all catering establishments will be banned. In addition, bans on cross-border online sales of the following products are also expected to take effect in 2024:

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Smoke heating equipment;
Herbal products used for smoking;

From 2025: E-cigarettes can only be sold in specialty stores.

2030: Gas stations will no longer be allowed to sell tobacco, only in convenience stores and specialty stores.

2032: All other channels are completely banned, and only tobacco stores can still sell tobacco products.

3, e-cigarette flavor ban

Starting from January 1, 2023, e-cigarettessmoke oilIt can only contain tobacco flavors, and sweetness will be banned. This will reduce the attractiveness of young people to buy e-cigarettes. The transition period ends on January 1, 2024.

4. Prohibition of beaded cigarettes and other flavored tobacco

Since May 2017, cigarettes and cigarettes have been banned from using flavors other than tobacco. In addition, filters, cigarette paper, capsules/sets, and cigarettes and cigarette packaging must no longer contain flavors and spices. This means that explosive smoke is also banned. Starting from May 20, 2020, mint cigarettes will be banned in the Netherlands.

Five, neutral packaging (universal packaging, no decorative elements)

Starting from October 1, 2020, cigarettes will be packaged in neutral dark green brown.

Sixth, smoking in educational places

Starting from August 2020, smoking will be banned in educational establishments.

Seven, there is no additional charge for smoking cessation plans

Starting from 2020, medical insurance companies will no longer provide deductibles for front-line smoking cessation programs.

Eight, expand the scope of smoking ban

Starting from July 1, 2020, the smoking ban will apply to all forms of tobacco. It is also suitable for nicotine-containing and non-nicotine-containing e-cigarettes.

Nine, close smoking room

Starting from January 1, 2022, smoking rooms in all industries will be required to close. In hotels and (semi-) public places, smoking rooms have previously been banned.# p#pagination title #e#

Ten, cigarettes and tobacco stay out of sight

Starting from January 1, 2021, the sale of cigarettes, cigarettes, cigars and e-cigarettes will be prohibited at points of sale (similar to sales booths built by domestic cooperation between different industries). Only certain specialty stores that mainly sell tobacco products will be allowed to continue displaying these products.

Eleven, most restaurants no longer sell cigarettes

Starting from January 1, 2022, the catering industry will ban cigarette vending machines. According to the Alcohol Law, the sale of cigarettes behind the bar in restaurants with alcohol licenses is prohibited. In 2024, under the Tobacco and Smoking Products Act, the sale of tobacco will be banned in all catering establishments.

XII. Tobacco and Smoking Products Act

Among other things, the Tobacco and Tobacco Products Act further stipulates the following measures to discourage smoking:

Ban smoking in all public places and restaurants;

The age limit for selling tobacco products and related products is 18 years old; the sale of e-cigarettes to young people under the age of 18 is prohibited;

Advertising of tobacco products, e-cigarettes and refills is prohibited, with some exceptions only for professional retailers;

Ban sponsorship activities such as the tobacco industry;

A complete ban on nicotine bags;

The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) oversees compliance with tobacco and tobacco product regulations. For example, it oversees compliance with smoking bans and age limits.