
Policy Summary:
Classified as ENDS per a decree. Minimum age of purchase is 18 years. Advertising is restricted to venues accessed solely by adults. The tobacco control law bans use in public spaces/transport. These policies do not include non-nicotine tobacco products.*
Begnining January 1, 2020, a special consumption tax (ICE) are included for other tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products at Ad valorem rate of 150%.
*Personal communication with in-country experts and/or Ministry of Health representatives
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