The reality of regulating electronic cigarettes
The Washington Post
A well-regulated e-cigarette market with enforcement against illicit products is crucial, as past crackdowns demonstrate the rise of black markets.Summary
The Washington Post’s editorial on March 18th highlighted the need for a well-regulated e-cigarette marketplace, offering a variety of authorized smoke-free products alongside strict enforcement against illegal products. The editorial emphasizes that a failure to act decisively and consistently by regulators leads to the growth of black markets. The FDA is commended for acknowledging this reality and beginning to adjust its approach, learning from previous regulatory shortcomings.
(Source：The Washington Post)
