Terengganu To Ban Sale Of Vapes From 1 August
The advertising of these products will also be prohibited.
By May Vin Ang โ 25 Apr 2025, 04:27 PM
The Terengganu government is set to ban the sale of electronic cigarettes, or vapes, throughout the state starting 1 August
According to the New Straits Times, state Local Government, Housing, and Health Committee chairman Datuk Wan Sukairi Wan Abdullah said the decision was made at the state executive councillors meeting on Wednesday, 23 April.
He said the move is a proactive measure to curb the use of vape products, which may have negative health effects on the younger generation.
Wan Sukairi said the state would uphold its business licensing policy, meaning that licences for vape and e-cigarette businesses would not be granted. It will also update licensing regulations to ensure the full enforcement of the ban.๏ปฟ
Wan Sukairi said a three-month grace period from now until 31 July has been provided before the full ban takes effect on 1 August
Any business operator continuing to sell vapes after the ban takes effect will face strict action under the Local Government Act 1976 (Act 171) bylaws, which include fines, seizures, and court action.
He added that to demonstrate a firm stand, the state has also decided to ban all vape business advertisements, as well as not accept any form of sponsorship from vape manufacturers or distributors for events involving the state government.
"To support affected vape operators, the state, through the Entrepreneur Development Foundation, will offer participation in entrepreneurship courses as well as other business opportunities in more sustainable and safer sectors," he said.
