The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has officially lifted the suspension of trading activities for vape products manufactured by AEROGIN and RELX.
In a media release, the DTI on Wednesday also said it has lifted the Preliminary Order/Preventive Measure Order of FLARE, NIXX, and VAPENGIN vape products. However, it said, the sale of these products remains prohibited until their respective Philippine Standard (PS) Licenses are issued.
The DTI underlines its dedication to ensuring the safety and quality of vape products in the Philippine market by enforcing compliance with regulatory standards.
Under the provisions of Republic Act 11900 (RA11900), or the “Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products Regulation Act,” and its related issuances, the Office for the Special Mandate on Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products, their Devices, and Novel Tobacco Products (OSMV) has the authority, upon due process, to order the immediate withdrawal, restriction, or confiscation of Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products, their Devices, or Novel Tobacco Products that are non-compliant with legal and regulatory guidelines.
The OSMV encourages consumers to report errant retailers by calling the Consumer Care Hotline at DTI (1–384). Consumers can also send an email to osmv@dti.gov.ph for concerns and visit https://www.dti.gov.ph/osmv/ for vape-related information.
