Argentina Repeals Vape Prohibition After 15 Years
May 20, 2026 by filtermag.org
Argentina Repeals Vape Prohibition After 15 Years
Argentina’s decision to end its longstanding vape ban marks a significant shift in nicotine regulation and tobacco harm reduction policy. The move reflects growing recognition that prohibition-based approaches may have limited effectiveness in reducing demand for lower-risk nicotine alternatives. Under the new framework, vaping products, heated tobacco products, and nicotine pouches can now enter a regulated market with specific restrictions and product standards. The policy change is likely to intensify international debate over the role of regulation, consumer access, and harm reduction strategies in reducing smoking-related disease and mortality.
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
