Switzerland is set to ban single-use e-cigarettes after the lower house of parliament voted in favor of the measure on Wednesday. The government must now draft a corresponding bill. Rechargeable e-cigarettes are not affected by this decision.
The ban targets colorful disposable vaping devices, often with sweet flavors like gummy bears or cotton candy, which are popular among young people. Parliamentarians cited concerns over their addictive nature, potential health risks from harmful substances, and environmental pollution. One MP noted reports of children as young as 12 using these products. Single-use vapes have been available in Switzerland since 2020, with imports rising by approximately 30% annually. This move aligns Switzerland with a growing trend, as the UK has already banned disposables and the EU plans similar regulations by late 2026.
