Author: Emily Carter

Poland's Ministry of Health has stepped back from its promised ban on disposable e-cigarettes, opting instead to raise the minimum purchase age amid growing concerns about youth vaping. This policy shift comes as recent studies reveal alarming rates of e-cigarette use among Polish teenagers. Current Market and Usage Statistics The Polish e-cigarette market has experienced unprecedented growth, with over 100 million disposable vapes sold in the previous year. More than 90% of these products feature fruit, beverage, or sweet flavors, with the majority containing nicotine. Chinese manufacturers dominate the market, despite having banned similar flavored products in their domestic market…

The Polish Ministry of Finance has informed entrepreneurs of planned changes to the excise tax on cigarettes and other tobacco products during a recent meeting. The ministry intends to implement record increases in 2025, with the potential for a staggering 150% rise over the next few years. Excise Tax to Soar Across All Tobacco Products While changes to the excise tax had been anticipated for weeks following announcements from the Minister of Health, the magnitude of the proposed increases has caught many off guard. The excise tax on e-cigarettes is set to rise by 75% as early as next year,…

The Polish Ministry of Health has announced the conclusion of a 30-day public consultation period regarding the draft amendment to the Act on Health Protection against the Consequences of Using Tobacco and Tobacco Products. The proposed legislation aims to ban the sale of flavored heated tobacco products in line with a recent EU directive. Defining Heated Tobacco Products and Prohibiting Characteristic Flavors The draft amendment, submitted for consultation on May 15, introduces a clear definition of "heated tobacco product" as an innovative tobacco product that, when heated, emits nicotine and other chemical substances that are subsequently inhaled by the user…