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Juul has received FDA approval to sell its original e-cigarettes with tobacco and menthol flavors in the U.S., marking a significant milestone for the company amid ongoing debates over youth vaping and public health concerns.
British American Tobacco (BAT), the third-largest seller of vapes in the UK, has called for stricter regulations on vaping, including a licensing regime similar to alcohol and cigarettes. BAT also wants a ban on flavors that target children and a crackdown on firms selling to minors. The company does not support a ban on colorful packaging or advertising, arguing that these are important for convincing smokers to switch. The government is already considering new regulations amid concerns about youth vaping, and legislation is expected to follow a public consultation.
Juul and Altria have settled a case with the state of Minnesota, which sued the companies in 2019 for designing products that appeal to youth and get them addicted to nicotine. The state claimed that Juul failed to verify its customers’ ages and ignored children buying and using its products, while Altria supported Juul’s marketing. The terms of the settlement have not been disclosed yet, but the state attorney general's office said it will be announced soon. Juul has settled with 48 states and territories, providing over $1 billion to participating states to combat underage use and develop cessation programs.