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Netherlands Investigates Snapchat Over Minor Vape Sales

9/10/2025

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The Netherlands’ Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is investigating Snapchat for possible breaches of EU online platform regulations.
This inquiry stems from a complaint by Dutch doctors regarding Snapchat's facilitation of minors purchasing electronic cigarettes.
Doctors assert that Snapchat did not enforce a ban on illegal vapes.
The Netherlands prohibited flavored vapes in January 2024, banning sales to minors.
ACM will evaluate Snapchat's adherence to the Digital Services Act concerning minor protection.

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The Netherlands’ Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is investigating Snapchat for possible breaches of EU online platform regulations.
This inquiry stems from a complaint by Dutch doctors regarding Snapchat's facilitation of minors purchasing electronic cigarettes.
Doctors assert that Snapchat did not enforce a ban on illegal vapes.
The Netherlands prohibited flavored vapes in January 2024, banning sales to minors.
ACM will evaluate Snapchat's adherence to the Digital Services Act concerning minor protection.