ELFBAR's new product AF5000 is accused of circumventing UK e-cigarette regulations. The EU has issued a danger warning to member states
Leave a message
ELFBAR's new product AF5000 is accused of circumventing UK e-cigarette regulations. The EU has issued a "danger warning" to member states
The e-cigarette brand ELFBAR has been accused of violating UK nicotine regulations with its new product AF5000, as the combined capacity of its built-in and refill tanks exceeds legal requirements, a move that could lead to a Europe-wide ban.
According to a report by the British Mail on June 12, the e-cigarette brand ELFBAR has been accused of circumventing UK nicotine laws, as the capacity of its new ELFBAR AF5000 e-cigarette oil exceeds the legal maximum capacity of e-cigarettes.
According to the official website, the AF5000 is equipped with a 2 ml built-in oil tank and an additional 10 ml independent refill tank, which can hold up to 5,000 puffs.
The British Mail said: "The new product costs £12.99 and is as strong as 240 cigarettes." At present, the European Union has issued a warning to member states about this "dangerous" device, which may lead to a Europe-wide ban.
Due to concerns that the new product may fall into the hands of young people, some people have called for it to be removed from British shelves.
Steve Brine, former chairman of the British House of Commons Health Committee, said:
"This cynical move will not surprise anyone. These companies always find ways to protect their profits, which is why the law must be a few steps ahead of them."
Former Conservative MP and pediatric consultant Caroline Johnson said:
"This clearly shows that the tobacco industry will do whatever it takes to circumvent the law in order to get more people addicted to nicotine products. These new devices are obviously not designed to help people quit smoking, but to earn income as an alternative source of addiction."
In response, ELFBAR said that AF5000 complies with legal provisions and said it is investigating the EU's alarm.
A spokesperson said: "We take product compliance very seriously in all markets around the world and follow the necessary steps to meet relevant standards."
The UK Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), which is responsible for enforcing e-cigarette regulations, has been contacted for comment.
