Warning for Romania: The number of consumers using vapes and e-cigarettes has tripled in two years

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Romania bans vaping for minors; compares regulations and risks in Austria and Spain.

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Romania banned the sale of all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and vaping liquids, to minors starting in 2024. The article examines regulations in other countries like Austria and Spain. In Austria, while sales to those under 18 have been prohibited since 2019, vape use among youth is increasing despite the ban, and waste disposal of vapes poses environmental risks. Spain has stricter regulations, including a “tobacco plan” introduced in April 2024 that proposes banning smoking and vaping in certain outdoor communal areas and private spaces with minors, alongside price increases. Despite these measures, e-cigarette use remains popular among young people in both countries.

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