Nuevas regulaciones mundiales sobre cigarrillos electrónicos 2025: Situación legal en países clave

The rules concerning e-cigarettes vary considerably in different parts of the world. There are nations where vaping is considered a less harmful way of smoking and is therefore allowed, while certain countries prohibit it entirely. This article aims to introduce the newest worldwide e-cigarette regulations in key countries by 2025.

1. United States (FDA Regulations)

In the U.S., the electronic cigarettes are under the jurisdiction of the FDA as per the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act

• • Age Restrictions: It is 21 years of age that entitles a person to buy e-cigarettes legally.
  • Premarket Review: The agency must approve new products before they can be marketed.
  • Flavored E-liquids: The production of the flavored cartridges is prohibited, but dis posable flavored e-cigarettes remain available for consumers.

The FDA is still in charge of the regulation of e-cigarettes to both guarantee their security and deal with public health concerns.

2. European Union (Tobacco Products Directive – TPD)

The European Union controls the use of electronic cigarettes by means of the TPD (Tobacco Products Directive):

• • Age Restrictions: One can buy e-cigarettes only after he/she turns 18.
  • Nicotine Strength: The content of the e-liquids should not be more than 20mg/ml.
  • Advertising: Advertisements are not allowed in mainstream media, and e-cigarettes must not be advertised as health products.

The EU TPD system is very rigorous in terms of safety and security of the product while at the same time it restricts the access of minors.

3. United Kingdom (Post-Brexit Regulations)

The UK implements Tobacco and Related Products Regulations (TRPR):

• • Age Restrictions: The age of 18 is the minimum.
  • Nicotine Strength: The maximum allowed is 20mg/ml.
  • Advertising: Ads should not target minors or include health claims.

The UK is keeping firm regulations that are however still very positive and supportive, thus, e-cigarettes are being promoted as a viable smoking cessation method.

4. Australia

Australia is well known for having extremely stringent laws for e-cigarettes:

• • Nicotine Ban: The use of e-cigarettes with nicotine requires a prescription only.
  • Non-Nicotine Products: Non-nic e-cigarettes are available but are still regulated.
  • Advertising: Advertisement of e-cigarettes, particularly to children, is totally banned.

Australia policy is focused on health of the public and tries to dissuade the use of nicotine.

5. Canada

Canada governs e-cigarettes via the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA):

• • Age Restrictions: The legal age varies between 18 and 19, depending on the province.
  • Nicotine Strength: The maximum concentration for e-liquids is 20mg/ml.
  • Advertising: Advertisements must not be aimed at minors or contain unsubstantiated health claims.

Canada’s rules aim at reducing harm while still having the vaping industry under the control of the authorities.

6. Conclusion

In 2025, the worldwide measures on e-cigarettes mainly reflect the tendency of maintaining the safety of the products and at the same time preventing young people’s access to them. There is a strong regulatory system in countries such as the U.S., EU, and UK, while Australia has implemented stricter restrictions. It is very important for both companies and consumers to be aware of the regulations in their area if they want to be successful in the international vaping market.