Karnataka becomes third state to ban
e-cigarettes in the country
New Delhi: In a development that would
reduce serious potential health problems, including cancer, caused by use of
e-cigarettes, the Karnataka government has banned electronic cigarettes in the
state with immediate effect from Wednesday. Health Minister UT Khader said that
the decision has been taken on the recommendation of the committee on cancer
prevention.
He said e-cigarettes mimic the size and
shape of cigarettes and contain a cartridge containing liquid, which includes
nicotine (up to 36 mg/ML) among other chemicals (usually propylene glycol or
glycerol).
The government, in a circular, said the
state has knowledge that Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems or e-cigarette
and other similar products have been sold illegally (including online sale),
without a obtaining valid license from appropriate authority specified by law.
It also pointed out that the use of
nicotine in food products and consumption by public is banned under Food Safety
and Standard Act 2006 and Food Safety and Standards (Prohibition and
Restriction on Sales) Regulation 2011. "Nicotine is allowed as an aid for
de-addiction in nicotine replacement therapy under Drugs and Cosmetics Act
1940, it is not allowed for any other purpose under law.
"Therefore, the state government
hereby prohibits the sale (including online sale), manufacture, distribution,
trade, import and advertisement of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems, its
parts and components in any shape or size of cartridges containing nicotine in
the interest of public," the circular said.
The Indian Medical Association 9IMA)
had in January discouraged the use of electronic cigarettes to cut down on
smoking as these disguised forms of tobacco can have "serious"
long-term effects on health. Karnataka is the third state to ban e-cigarettes
after Maharashtra and Punjab.
Alternative tobacco products, such as e-cigarettes,
smokeless tobacco, and waterpipes have been gaining popularity as they are
often perceived as being relatively safe. However, these products contain
chemicals and toxins which may cause serious potential health problems,
including cancer.
Source: www.zeenews.india.com
17.06.2016
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