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U.S. Struggles to Curb Illegal E-Cigarettes Despite Task Force

4/13/2026

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A government report finds U.S. efforts to curb illegal e-cigarettes are insufficient, noting 88 DOJ actions from 2022–2025.
Enforcement actions mainly targeted online sellers.
About 6,000 illegal e-cigarette products remain on the market, with only 41 FDA-approved products.
Experts highlight that unapproved products are flavored to attract youth, contributing to 1.6 million child users.
A federal task force launched in 2024 aims to strengthen enforcement, yet illegal vapes remain available.

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Story summary

A government report finds U.S. efforts to curb illegal e-cigarettes are insufficient, noting 88 DOJ actions from 2022–2025.
Enforcement actions mainly targeted online sellers.
About 6,000 illegal e-cigarette products remain on the market, with only 41 FDA-approved products.
Experts highlight that unapproved products are flavored to attract youth, contributing to 1.6 million child users.
A federal task force launched in 2024 aims to strengthen enforcement, yet illegal vapes remain available.