Terengganu enforces ban on e-cigarettes, vapes starting Aug 1

April 24, 2025 by thestar.com.my

Terengganu enforces ban on e-cigarettes, vapes starting Aug 1

Terengganu will ban e-cigarettes and vapes sales starting August 1, following a state government decision on April 23. The ban includes advertising and revoking business licenses, with penalties for non-compliance. The government aims to protect public health, especially of the youth, from the negative effects of these products. Further measures will be taken to enforce the ban effectively, including penalties for violators and no acceptance of sponsorship from vape producers. Additionally, support will be provided to employees in the vape industry for transitioning to other sustainable job opportunities through entrepreneurship courses.


April 24, 2025 by freemalaysiatoday.com

Terengganu to enforce ban on e-cigarettes, vapes from Aug 1

Terengganu will ban the sale of e-cigarettes and vapes at businesses starting August 1, with an adv…


20.90% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 5.2 million current smokers in Malaysia 40.80% of men are current smokers but only 0.50% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR

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