Russian lawmaker proposes to ban e-cigarette promotion on social media platforms

Apr.17

Russian lawmaker proposes banning e-cigarette mentions on social media to prevent negative impact on youth, calling for stricter regulations.

Key points:

A Russian lawmaker has proposed banning mentions of e-cigarettes on social media to prevent them from having a negative impact on young people.

Social media has become a platform for promoting e-cigarettes, leading young people to overlook the health risks associated with them.

He called for strengthening regulations on tobacco and nicotine products, and for strict punishment for those selling e-cigarettes to minors.

According to News.ru on April 17th, Russian Duma member Mikhail Ivanov has proposed a ban on mentions of e-cigarettes on social media to Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Grigorenko. Ivanov argues that unregulated e-cigarette advertising on the internet is having a negative impact on youth.

We have observed a concerning trend where social media has become a platform for promoting e-cigarettes. Young people, even on professional forums, are actively discussing various models, flavors, and ways of using e-cigarettes without realizing the potential health risks associated with these products.

Ivanov emphasized that any information about e-cigarettes online is fueling their popularity. He recommended strengthening regulations on the sale of tobacco and nicotine-containing products, and increasing penalties for selling e-cigarettes to minors. He stated that only a comprehensive approach can effectively address the spread of e-cigarettes among young people.

References:

[1] Депутат призвал к тотальному запрету вейпов в социальных сетях

Also Read:

[1] Russian Tobacco Retail License System Effective from September 2026

[2] The Controversy Surrounding the Potential Ban on E-Cigarettes

[3] Russian State Duma passes bill to ban online tobacco sales

[4] Potential Ban on E-cigarette Sales in Russia Sparks Concern

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