France Proposes New Vape Tax to Address Budget Deficit

A proposed tax on vaping products aims to raise millions and align with European standards, sparking debate among health experts.

The proposed tax would impose a charge of 15 cents per milliliter on all vaping liquids, whether they contain nicotine or not.
This measure is expected to generate between 150 and 200 million euros annually for the French government.
Advocates argue the tax aligns with similar policies in 19 European countries, where vaping taxes range from 10 cents to over 1 euro per milliliter.
Health experts are divided; some fear the tax could discourage smokers from switching to vaping, considered a less harmful alternative.
The vaping industry warns that prices could increase by up to 38%, potentially impacting the 3.5 million French vapers.