The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has suspended 14 manufacturers and importers of Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products for failing to comply with packaging and health warning requirements under Republic Act No. 11900, also known as the Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products Regulation Act.
According to a DTI news release issued in February, these companies violated Section 4(d) of the law, which mandates compliance with internal revenue fiscal marking requirements as prescribed by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).
Suspended companies:
The affected manufacturers and importers have been issued preliminary or preventive measure orders, prohibiting them from manufacturing, importing, distributing, selling, and promoting ALL vaporized nicotine and non-nicotine products until a formal decision is made on the charges against them.
Failure to comply with RA 11900’s regulations carries strict penalties, including fines and imprisonment:
- First Offense: ₱2,000,000 fine + 2 years imprisonment
- Second Offense: ₱4,000,000 fine + 4 years imprisonment
- Third Offense: ₱5,000,000 fine + 6 years imprisonment + revocation of business permits and licenses
The DTI urges all vape manufacturers and importers to comply with the law’s packaging requirements, including graphic health warnings and fiscal markings. Failure to do so will result in legal consequences.
The Office for the Special Mandate on Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products (OSMV) encourages consumers to report any violations, including uncertified products and non-compliant distributors or retailers.
For consumer concerns, contact:
DTI Consumer Care Hotline: 1-384
Email: consumercare@dti.gov.ph
For vape-related concerns and information, contact:
Email: osmv@dti.gov.ph
Visit: DTI OSMV Website
The DTI, through the OSMV, remains committed to protecting Filipino consumers, ensuring fair trade practices, and enforcing the standards set under Republic Act No. 11900.
