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Seoul Classifies E-Cigarettes as Tobacco, Enforces Inspections

4/9/2026

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Seoul will classify all e-cigarettes as tobacco products under a new vape policy, effective April 24, closing a loophole in the Tobacco Business Act.
The city will conduct inspections from April 14 to March 15 targeting e-cigarette retailers, including unmanned stores, to enforce the policy.
A Seoul official said the effort clarifies the policy and supports smoking cessation through Wrist Doctor 9988, a health program that rewards healthy habits.

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Seoul will classify all e-cigarettes as tobacco products under a new vape policy, effective April 24, closing a loophole in the Tobacco Business Act.
The city will conduct inspections from April 14 to March 15 targeting e-cigarette retailers, including unmanned stores, to enforce the policy.
A Seoul official said the effort clarifies the policy and supports smoking cessation through Wrist Doctor 9988, a health program that rewards healthy habits.