Trump administration announces some measures to control e-cigarettes
The Trump administration has announced measures to control some scented e-cigarettes that have been reported to be harmful or addictive, but experts have criticized that it is not a complete ban but is `` boneless ''. Is. It is probable that Trump has announced a compromise in hopes of being reelected and considering the impact on the November presidential election.
The US Food and Drug Administration bans the sale of cartridges with fragrances such as fruits, which are popular among young people, among the scented electronic cigarettes that have reported health hazards and dependence on the 2nd. Announced measures to take.
However, cartridges with scents such as "Menthol" can be purchased continuously at convenience stores, etc., and those that are not cartridge-type and users can add their own ingredients are not subject to regulation, so experts Some have criticized it as "a regulation without watering."
In September last year, Trump announced a policy of completely banning scented e-cigarettes, stating that "severely affecting young people", but retailers and enthusiasts have opposed this policy. Had been forgotten.
In the U.S., the number of e-cigarette enthusiasts has increased rapidly in recent years, but President Trump has sought to expand support, especially in states where close battles are expected, in preparation for a re-election in the November presidential election. As a result, it seems that they announced a compromise in consideration of the impact on the election campaign.