Request to Delay E-Cigarette Tax Policy in Indonesia

Regulations by 2FIRSTS.ai

Dec.27.2023

Request to Delay E-Cigarette Tax Policy in Indonesia

Indonesian business associations urge government to delay e-cigarette tax policy due to financial burden concerns. (19 words)

According to a report from DDTC News on December 27th, some commercial associations in Indonesia are urging the government to delay the e-cigarette taxation policy.

This request comes from the National E-Cigarette Association Alliance of Indonesia, which includes the Indonesian Individual E-Cigarette Association (APVI), the Indonesian E-Cigarette Users Alliance (AVI), the Indonesian E-Cigarette E-Liquid Producers Association (PPEI), the Indonesian E-Cigarette Tobacco Entrepreneurs Alliance (APPNINDO), and the Bali E-Cigarette Association (AVB).

In 2024, the tax on e-cigarettes in Indonesia is set to increase by approximately 15%. The national association of e-cigarette in Indonesia is urging for a delay in implementing the e-cigarette tax policy, while also hoping that the Ministry of Finance will not raise the tax rates when implementing this taxation policy.

They pointed out that "if the tax on e-cigarettes increases by more than 10%, it would be a significant burden for most small and medium-sized enterprises.

References:

[1] Pengusaha Minta Pengenaan Pajak Rokok Elektrik Tahun Depan Ditunda

Also Read:

[1] Indonesia Implements Tobacco Tax and Minimum Retail Price Regulations

[2] Indonesia's Presidential Candidate Advocates for the Establishment of a Tobacco Center

[3] Indonesian Presidential Candidate Exploring Potential of Tobacco Downstream in Central Java

#Legislation #E-cigarettes #Asia #Indonesia #E-cigarette Taxes #E-cigarette #E-cigarettes and Tobacco

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

Philip Morris USA Reaches $66M Settlement With Washington State Over MSA Payment Dispute

Philip Morris USA has reached a settlement with Washington State and agreed to pay $66 million to resolve disputes over annual payments under the 1998 Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) for the period 2005–2015.

Nov.04 by 2FIRSTS.ai

South Korea Implements Law Requiring Full Disclosure of Tobacco Harmful Substances

South Korea has enacted the Tobacco Harm Management Act, effective November 1, 2025, requiring tobacco manufacturers and importers to test and report harmful substances in their products every two years. Results for all tobacco types—including combustible cigarettes, heated tobacco, and e-cigarettes—will be publicly available from mid-2026.

Nov.04 by 2FIRSTS.ai

South Korea Plans Unified Regulation for Synthetic and Look-Alike Nicotine Products

South Korea Parliament discusses including "nicotine" in Tobacco Business Act; synthetic nicotine testing method established, awaiting legislation approval.

Oct.22 by 2FIRSTS.ai

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.