Ireland Plans To Ban The Sale Of Disposable E-cigarettes And Strictly Control Nicotine Content And Flavor Promotion

Ireland plans to ban the sale of disposable e-cigarettes and strictly control nicotine content and flavor promotion

The Irish government is considering a proposal to ban the sale, manufacture and import of disposable e-cigarettes, with a focus on environmental protection and public health.

The Irish Times reported on September 10 that the Irish government cabinet will consider a proposal to ban the sale of disposable e-cigarettes.

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly is expected to obtain government approval to begin drafting relevant laws to ban the sale, manufacture or import of disposable e-cigarettes in Ireland.

Donnelly plans to introduce this ban from the perspective of environmental protection and public health. The cabinet will hear a report that points out that disposable e-cigarettes are relatively cheap and are used by young people at a high rate. In addition, these products will cause damage to the environment when not handled properly, and their plastics and batteries should be properly recycled.

Minister Donnelly said he was concerned that the nicotine content of products sold in the country exceeded the maximum allowed level (20 mg).

The legislation will also ban flavored nicotine products that appeal to children. It is estimated that there are up to 15,000 flavor combinations on the market. The law will prohibit the promotion of e-cigarette products in non-specialty stores and restrict colored packaging. Donnelly will also update Cabinet on the forecast for the number of GPs in Ireland over the next few years, which is expected to rise from around seven to between nine and 10 per 10,000 people.