Kazakhstan Man Sentenced for Selling Illegal E-Cigarette Liquid

Jan.16

Kazakh man sentenced for selling $120,000 worth of e-cigarette liquid in Astana, faces one-year restriction of freedom.

According to Informburo's report on January 14th, a man in Astana, Kazakhstan was sentenced to restricted freedom for selling e-cigarette liquid worth 64 million tenge (12,000 USD).

According to the case materials, this man set up a factory producing e-liquid containing nicotine and sold his products in several stores, with total sales exceeding 64 million congolese francs (approximately 120,000 US dollars).

Due to illegal operations, this man has been sentenced to one year of restricted freedom and is required to complete 100 hours of mandatory labor throughout the entire sentence.

Previously, the President of Kazakhstan signed a law banning the sale of e-cigarettes, with importing and selling e-cigarettes now falling under criminal liability. Selling e-cigarettes could lead to a maximum of 50 days' imprisonment; importing and distributing could result in up to two years' imprisonment; and engaging in such crimes on a large scale or repeatedly could lead to a maximum of five years' imprisonment. (Related reading: Kazakhstan President signs law: Comprehensive ban on e-cigarettes)

References:

[1] Продавшего жидкости для вейпов на 64 млн тенге жителя Астаны ограничили в свободе

Also Read:

[1] Kazakhstan Controversial Criminal Case over E-cigarette Sales Surge

[2] Aktau Region Authorities to Implement Strict Ban on E-Cigarettes

[3] Kazakhstan Implements Ban on E-Cigarettes and Vaping Products

[4] Kazakhstan Implements Ban on E-Cigarette Sales and Distribution

[5] Kazakhstan Pass Law to Hold Individuals Accountable for Importing or Selling E-cigarettes

We welcome news tips, article submissions, interview requests, or comments on this piece.

Please contact us at info@2firsts.com, or reach out to Alan Zhao, CEO of 2Firsts, on LinkedIn

Notice

1. This article is intended solely for professional research purposes related to industry, technology, and policy. Any references to brands or products are made purely for objective description and do not constitute any form of endorsement, recommendation, or promotion by 2Firsts.

2. The use of nicotine-containing products — including, but not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, nicotine pouchand heated tobacco products — carries significant health risks. Users are responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations in their respective jurisdictions.

3. This article is not intended to serve as the basis for any investment decisions or financial advice. 2Firsts assumes no direct or indirect liability for any inaccuracies or errors in the content.

4. Access to this article is strictly prohibited for individuals below the legal age in their jurisdiction.

Copyright

This article is either an original work created by 2Firsts or a reproduction from third-party sources with proper attribution. All copyrights and usage rights belong to 2Firsts or the original content provider. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or any other form of unauthorized use by any individual or organization is strictly prohibited. Violators will be held legally accountable.

For copyright-related inquiries, please contact: info@2firsts.com

AI Assistance Disclaimer

This article may have been enhanced using AI tools to improve translation and editorial efficiency. However, due to technical limitations, inaccuracies may occur. Readers are encouraged to refer to the cited sources for the most accurate information.

We welcome any corrections or feedback. Please contact us at: info@2firsts.com

China Qingdao Jiaodong Airport Customs Seizes 430 Disposable E-Cigarettes and 8600ml of E-Liquid

Qingdao Jiaodong Airport customs seized 430 disposable e-cigarettes with 8600ml e-liquid, exceeding personal duty-free limits. Items detained for legal processing.

Oct.14 by 2FIRSTS.ai

2Firsts Observations | Two Months After Launch, BAT’s VELO Shift Draws Attention for Non-Traditional Design as Some Users Call for Higher Nicotine Strength

British American Tobacco (BAT) introduced the VELO Shift nicotine pouch in September 2025, featuring a hexagonal outer can and an oval-triangle pouch shape that departs from traditional designs. Two months after launch, the product is available in the U.K., U.S. and Sweden. Social-media feedback indicates the design has been well received, while some users are calling for higher nicotine strength.

Nov.06 by 2FIRSTS.ai

Product | SKE Launches Disposable V-BOT, Claiming U.S. Manufacturing and Domestic Blending & Filling

SKE has launched the V-BOT disposable e-cigarette. The company’s website highlights that the device is “Made in the USA,” with blending and filling also completed domestically. The V-BOT features dual power modes (Eco/Boost), an 800 mAh rechargeable battery, and is advertised as delivering up to 40,000 puffs.

Nov.07 by 2FIRSTS.ai

Russian Lawmaker Sounds Alarm as Teenage Vaping Surges—Female Use Overtakes Male

Russia’s Chair of the State Duma Committee on Youth Policy warns that among 11–14-year-olds, girls now vape at higher rates than boys, a trend he calls “deeply concerning.” He says the spread of nicotine products—especially e-cigarettes—among minors poses a public health risk and warrants continued policy-level interventions.