Letter to the editor: China is winning the vape war
This article was originally featured in The Washington Times. Opinion by Javier Palomarez.
Opinion
In a newly published opinion piece in The Washington Times, USHBC President & CEO Javier Palomarez examines how unclear federal vaping regulations are unintentionally fueling the rise of illegal Chinese vape imports while placing American small businesses at a disadvantage.
Representing millions of entrepreneurs and neighborhood retailers, Palomarez argues that responsible businesses are struggling to navigate an increasingly complicated regulatory system as illicit products continue to dominate the market. He calls for a balanced approach that expands access to legal, regulated alternatives for adult smokers while strengthening enforcement against illegal and unsafe imports.
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