MCTC Demands Consistent National Vape Policy Amid Perak Ban, Nicotine Appeal Withdrawal
MCTC supports Perak's vape ban and calls for a consistent national policy to protect public health.Summary
The Malaysian Council for Tobacco Control (MCTC) has endorsed Perak's decision to defend its ban on vape sales in court, while urging the federal government to establish a clear national vaping policy. Perak has ceased issuing licenses for vape sales under local government powers, with existing operators given until October to stop. This ban is being challenged by vape industry groups in the Ipoh High Court. Meanwhile, the federal government withdrew its appeal against a High Court ruling that invalidated the exemption of nicotine liquids from the Poisons List, leading to legal uncertainty. MCTC stresses that public health regulation should prioritize protecting people, especially children, from nicotine addiction over revenue generation. It calls on Putrajaya to clarify the legal framework between Act 852 and the Poisons Act, close regulatory gaps, and enforce stronger measures against illegal products.
(Source：CodeBlue)
