Belgium on Wednesday became the first EU country to ban sales of disposable vapes, as governments across the continent try to reverse growing e-cigarette use among younger people.
England, France and Germany are planning tighter regulations, but experts warn such moves are likely to have only limited impact on the rapidly growing industry.
The looming controls highlight the difficulties policymakers face as they try to manage the health risks of vapes while supporting their positive impact in helping adults wean themselves off tobacco cigarettes. The moves reflect concern over how the pricing and marketing of disposable products have fuelled underage use and attracted young people who may never have smoked cigarettes.
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