Thai Parliament Considers Strict Regulations on E-Cigarettes Legislation

Dec.27.2024
Thai Parliament Considers Strict Regulations on E-Cigarettes Legislation
Thai party MP and e-cigarette committee chair Niyom Wiwattanaditkul presented a report proposing strict e-cigarette regulations and ban.

According to Bangkokbiz News on December 26th, Thailand's Palang Pracharath Party MP and Chairman of the special committee on e-cigarette legislation and regulation, Niyom Wiwattanaditkul, along with committee members, presented the research and deliberation results on e-cigarette laws and regulations.


The lawmaker pointed out that the committee began its work on September 27, 2023, and after thorough deliberation, finally completed its report on December 26. Due to the large amount of data and information involved, the deliberation process took a long time. In order to ensure a comprehensive review, the committee specifically established several subcommittees to study ways to improve and enhance e-cigarette regulation laws, and put forward three major recommendations.


E-cigarettes and all heated tobacco products should be considered illegal goods. It is recommended to amend the 2017 Customs Act to explicitly prohibit the import of e-cigarettes into Thailand and stipulate that possessing e-cigarettes is illegal. Furthermore, it is suggested to amend the 2014 Ministry of Commerce announcement to ban the import of e-cigarettes, hookahs, and electronic hookahs, and ensure clarity in the law by defining tariffs. E-cigarette products should be brought under current legal regulations. Amending the 2017 Customs Act and the 2014 Ministry of Commerce announcement will ensure strict control over e-cigarettes and related products. It is also recommended to prohibit the production, sale, and use of e-cigarettes and their liquid supplements in accordance with the Product Safety Commission Order 24/2567 of 2017. A comprehensive law banning e-cigarettes completely should be proposed. A new law should be enacted to illegalize e-cigarettes, covering all aspects of production, import, sale, advertising, marketing, possession, and use.


The committee also recommended utilizing the 2017 Tobacco Control Act to regulate the importation, advertising, and use of e-cigarettes, while also incorporating the Industrial Product Standards Act to control the quality of e-cigarette devices and non-nicotine components.


Neymar concluded that the committee's report is ready to be submitted to Congress, but Congress will only vote on the committee's recommendations, not directly on the content of the report. These recommendations will be presented to the Cabinet for further implementation.


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

UK Shift Work Happiness Report 2025: Vape Shop Employees Rank Highest in Wellbeing
UK Shift Work Happiness Report 2025: Vape Shop Employees Rank Highest in Wellbeing
The UK’s Shift Pulse Report 2025 reveals a decline in overall happiness among shift workers, with the healthcare sector under heavy strain and 37.84% of its employees reporting negative emotions. In contrast, staff in tobacco and vape shops rank highest in wellbeing. The report also notes regional disparities and calls for greater attention to workers’ emotional health.
Jul.10 by 2FIRSTS.ai
ETN Reports on the "2024 Global Tobacco Control Progress Report"
ETN Reports on the "2024 Global Tobacco Control Progress Report"
In 2024, FCTC Parties took steps to curb tobacco use through tax and price measures, smoke-free policies, ingredient regulation, ad bans, and environmental protections. Global efforts showed weaker Convention influence, a stronger focus on tobacco control in global governance, and increasing differences among Parties.
Jul.07 by 2FIRSTS.ai
Michigan Recalls Nearly 5,800 “Kushy Punch” Cannabis Vapes Over Banned MCT Oil
Michigan Recalls Nearly 5,800 “Kushy Punch” Cannabis Vapes Over Banned MCT Oil
Michigan Recalls Nearly 5,800 “Kushy Punch” Cannabis Vapes Over Banned MCT Oil
Aug.28 by 2FIRSTS.ai
Reuters: BAT to Launch Synthetic Nicotine Vape Vuse One in U.S., Hitting Shelves in Three States from Late September
Reuters: BAT to Launch Synthetic Nicotine Vape Vuse One in U.S., Hitting Shelves in Three States from Late September
British American Tobacco (BAT) plans to pilot sales of its disposable synthetic nicotine vape, Vuse One, in the United States, with launches expected in South Carolina, Florida, and Georgia in late September. The product has not yet received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). According to Reuters, this move marks a major shift in BAT’s stance after years of opposing the sale of unauthorized vapes. The company said the product will be distributed through major national ret
Aug.21 by 2FIRSTS.ai
Brazil's Paraná Police Seize $4,000 Worth of E-cigarettes; Shop Accused of Selling to Teenagers
Brazil's Paraná Police Seize $4,000 Worth of E-cigarettes; Shop Accused of Selling to Teenagers
Police in Paraná, Brazil, seized about $4,000 worth of e-cigarettes from a shop near a school in Cascavel, accused of selling to teens. E-cigarette sales are banned nationwide under Anvisa Resolution No. 855/2024.
Jul.28 by 2FIRSTS.ai
Altria Q2 2025: E-cigarette Unit Posts $108M Operating Loss; Nicotine Pouch on! Grows 26.5%
Altria Q2 2025: E-cigarette Unit Posts $108M Operating Loss; Nicotine Pouch on! Grows 26.5%
Altria Group 2025 disclosed on July 30, 2025, Q2 net income of $6.102 billion, down 1.7% year-over-year, and adjusted diluted EPS of $1.44, up 8.3% year-over-year, while first-half net income of $11.361 billion was down 3.6% year-over-year, and adjusted diluted EPS of $2.67, up 7.2% year-over-year.
Jul.31 by 2FIRSTS.ai