2FIRSTS | Pakistan Senate bill seeks strict control of vapes and e-cigarettes in Islamabad, including under-18 sales ban
A Pakistan Senate bill proposes strict regulations on vapes and e-cigarettes in Islamabad, including age and location restrictions.Summary
The Pakistan Senate is considering the Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (Regulation) Bill, which aims to impose strict controls on the sale, marketing, and use of vapes and e-cigarettes in Islamabad. The bill, approved by the Senate Standing Committee on National Health Services, introduces a regulatory framework covering import, distribution, and promotion. Key provisions include a ban on sales to individuals under 18, a 50-meter school-zone sales ban, a complete advertising ban across all media, and restrictions on use in public spaces like transport, offices, and parks. The bill also sets standards for product safety, including a 40mg/ml nicotine cap, child-resistant packaging, and mandatory health warnings, alongside age verification for online sales. Violations could result in fines of Rs50,000 for initial breaches, with heavier penalties for repeat offenses and smuggling.
(Source：2Firsts)
