USA: Tobacco Regulation & Legislation
The regulatory landscape for tobacco in the United States is notably complex, involving multiple layers of authority that sometimes come into conflict. At the federal
October 3, 2026
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USA: Tobacco & Vape Tax
August 2026: South Carolina Introduces First Statewide Vape Tax Starting October 1, 2026 South Carolina will introduce its first statewide excise tax on vaping products
August 8, 2026
USA: Nicotine Pouch Tax
June 2026: New York enacts 75% wholesale tax on nicotine pouches The New York Governor signed a 75% wholesale tax on nicotine pouches into law.
June 3, 2026
Taxation: E-cigarettes
E-cigarette is invented two decades ago in China and became available in Europe and the US as early as 2006/2007. Following years of turbulent growth,
April 22, 2026
Tobacco & Nicotine Tax: USA – 2026
U.S. States Move to Expand Nicotine Excise Taxes in 2026 With the 2026 state legislative session in full swing, excise taxation on cigarettes, vaping products,
March 5, 2026
Cigarette Tax: International
Below is the list the most recent tobacco tax changes across the world. Note that there is a separate write-up on e-cigarette taxation. November 2025:
November 7, 2025
Taxation: Heated Tobacco Products
October 2024: Under political pressure, New Zealand’s Associate Health Minister releases the details of the independent advice on heated tobacco products that paved the way
October 5, 2024