Smoking in Uzbekistan
In Uzbekistan, the current prevalence of tobacco smoking among adults aged 15 years and older, as of 2022, was estimated to be 10.1%, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). This figure represents a slight decrease from the prevalence rate of 12.3% recorded in 2019. The prevalence of smoking was notably higher among males, with 19.4% of adult males identified as smokers in 2024, compared to just 0.9% of adult females. The total number of smokers in Uzbekistan was approximately 2.5 million individuals in 2024. For reference, the adult daily smoking prevalence in 2017 was 9.7%, with a prevalence of 18.9% among males and 1% among females. In terms of tobacco-related mortality, data from 2021 indicate that 8.51% of all deaths in Uzbekistan were attributable to smoking, with a higher percentage among males (12.79%) compared to females (3.38%). The total number of smoking-related deaths in 2021 was documented to be 16,996. These statistics underscore the ongoing public health challenges posed by tobacco smoking in Uzbekistan, necessitating continued public health efforts in reducing tobacco health impacts.
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April 12, 2024 by trend.az
Uzbekistan plans to ban e-cigarettes, tobacco heating systems
Uzbekistan's Ministry of Health plans to ban electronic nicotine delivery systems, including e-cigarettes, and tobacco heating systems. The draft law aims to prohibit their circulation in the country, with proposed penalties ranging from a $1,000 fine to five years of imprisonment for violations. Despite this, Uzbekistan's tobacco production reached 2.1 billion pieces in the first two months of 2024. Tobacco exports amounted to $7.8 million, with imports totaling $10.5 million during the same period.
January 10, 2024 by tobaccoreporter.com
New Tobacco Tax Rates in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan has indexed excise tax rates for tobacco products for 2024. Local tobacco products were indexed by 12 percent, and imports were reduced by 5 percent. According to UZ Daily, the new excise rates on cigarettes, cigarillos, bidis and kreteks produced in the country are UZS250,700 ($20.31) per 1,000 pieces plus 10 percent.
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