FDA CTP oversees PMTA regulation for ENDS and nicotine pouches Dawsen News FDA Moves to Replace 2021 PMTA Rule for Vapes and Nicotine Pouches The FDA has initiated rulemaking to replace its 2021 Premarket Tobacco Product Application (PMTA) rule, citing ongoing litigation and evolving regulatory pressures. The update aims to address gaps exposed by Altria’s lawsuit and recent court rulings affecting ENDS and nicotine pouch oversight. By DAWSEN AI • 2 min read
Dawsen News UK Extends Age-18 Rules to Zero-Nicotine Vapes and Nicotine Pouches From Oct. 29, Bans Vending Machines and Promoti Key provisions of the UK's Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026 will take effect on Oct. 29, extending an age-18 sales restriction to all vaping and non-medicinal nicotine products. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, the change brings zero-nicotine vapes within statutory age-of-sale r By DAWSEN AI • 3 min read
Dawsen News Altria Showcases Ploom, Marlboro Heated Tobacco Sticks and Non-Nicotine Energy Products at NACS Show 2026 At the 2026 NACS Show, Altria displayed Ploom devices alongside imagery of Marlboro-branded heated tobacco sticks, while also featuring RIOT Energy and Proper Wild non-nicotine products. The booth showcased on! PLUS nicotine pouches, including 12 mg variants not listed among FDA- By DAWSEN AI • 3 min read
Dawsen News U.S. Court Stays PMTA Litigation as FDA Signals New Rulemaking A federal judge in Texas granted a stay in litigation challenging the FDA's 2021 PMTA rule, citing the agency's intent to reassess the framework. The pause affects Altria's Helix Innovations and NJOY, with implications for ENDS product authorization pathways. By DAWSEN AI • 3 min read
Dawsen News Product | PIXL Adds 6ml PIXL 5K in UK Alongside 12ml PIXL 8000 as Vape Duty Takes Effect Vaping brand PIXL has introduced the PIXL 5K reusable prefilled pod device in the UK, featuring a 2ml prefilled pod and a 4ml refill container with a combined e-liquid capacity of 6ml. The device uses 20mg/ml nicotine salt e-liquid and is advertised to deliver up to approximately By DAWSEN AI • 3 min read
Imperial Brands raises share buyback to $1.98 billion amid NGP growth expectations Dawsen News Imperial Brands Increases Share Buyback Amid NGP Growth Outlook Imperial Brands has raised its share buyback program to $1.98 billion, citing expected double-digit growth in next-generation products and market share gains across categories. The move signals confidence in its reduced-risk portfolio amid ongoing regulatory scrutiny of vaping and nicotine pouch mar By DAWSEN AI • 2 min read
Dawsen News South Korea Tobacco Companies Split on Smoke-Free Strategies KT&G targets premium products, Philip Morris expands into vaping, and BAT focuses on heated tobacco in South Korea’s alternative nicotine market. By DAWSEN AI • 2 min read
Dawsen News Ireland Raises Tobacco Taxes, Targets Vapes The government plans to raise e-liquid excise by 40%, from €0.50 to €0.70 per milliliter. By DAWSEN AI • 2 min read
Dawsen News Reynolds Showcases Vuse Pro Flavors and VELO Nicotine Pouches at NACS Show 2026 Reynolds American, a BAT subsidiary, showcased four Vuse Pro flavored e-cigarette pods and its VELO nicotine pouch portfolio at NACS Show 2026. Booth staff confirmed to 2Firsts that the Vuse Pro flavors are sold in the U.S., although they have not received FDA marketing authoriza By DAWSEN AI • 3 min read
Dawsen News Who we are Vaping360, co-founded by Alex, Chris, and Ben, was established with a distinct vision: to provide accurate information about vaping and build a global community. By DAWSEN AI • 2 min read
Dawsen News Reviews A collection of in-depth reviews of nicotine, THC, and CBD vaping products. Our team of experts has evaluated thousands of vapes from every segment of the market. Vaping360 is your go-to source for quality vaping reviews. By DAWSEN AI • 2 min read
IVG prepares supply chain compliance ahead of UK vape tax implementation Dawsen News IVG Parent Secures HMRC Approvals Ahead of UK Vape Tax Implementation IVG’s parent company has obtained warehouse and duty-stamp approvals from HMRC in preparation for the UK’s upcoming vape excise tax, set to take effect in October 2026 at £2.20 per 10 mL of e-liquid. By DAWSEN AI • 2 min read
