Indonesian Health Ministry Says New Vape Rules Will Cover Age Limits, Advertising, and Product Standards
Indonesia’s Health Ministry will regulate e-cigarettes similarly to conventional cigarettes, including age limits, advertising controls, and product standards.Summary
Indonesia’s Ministry of Health is preparing to implement regulations on electronic cigarettes, as outlined in Government Regulation No. 28 of 2024. These regulations will treat e-cigarettes under the same provisions as conventional cigarettes, encompassing age restrictions, advertising controls, product content standards, pictorial health warnings, and bans on use in smoke-free areas. The rules will prohibit use by individuals under 21 and restrict advertising, including on social media platforms. Vape products must adhere to maximum nicotine content standards and cannot contain additives with adverse health effects. Implementation is planned for July, with supporting ministerial regulations and public outreach initiatives underway. Experts emphasize the need for continued attention to access, appealing flavors, and marketing targeting young people to effectively protect public health.
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