Argentina Ends the Ban on Vapes
May 06, 2026 by worldvapersalliance.com
Argentina Ends the Ban on Vapes
Argentina is undergoing a significant shift in its approach to vaping and alternative nicotine products after more than a decade of prohibition. Authorities have moved to lift the long-standing ban introduced in 2011, opening the way for a regulated market covering vapes, heated tobacco and nicotine pouches. The previous ban had prohibited the import, sale and promotion of e-cigarettes, but was widely criticised for fuelling an uncontrolled black market.
Supporters of the policy change argue that regulation can improve product safety, ensure age controls and bring the sector under official oversight.bThe shift reflects a broader move away from prohibition towards managing demand through legal frameworks. It also highlights a growing global trend of reconsidering strict bans in favour of more pragmatic, harm-reduction-focused policies.
May 05, 2026 by derechadiario.com.ar
The Government ends the ban and regulates vaping and nicotine products
Argentina is shifting away from a strict ban on nicotine alternatives towards a regulated market. T…
22.80% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 8.1 million current smokers in Argentina 26.80% of men are current smokers but only 19.00% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
