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FDA Finalizes Enforcement Policy on Certain ENDS That Appeal to Children

FDA issues policy on unauthorized flavored cartridge-based e-cigarette products, including fruit and mint flavors, that appeal to children.

The Freedom of Information Act

Protecting Citizens’ “Right to Know” by Fostering CTP Transparency

FDA Launches Youth E-Cig Addiction Video Series

“The Real Cost” Youth E-Cigarette Prevention Campaign launches videos featuring teens’ stories of the physical and emotional effects of e-cig addiction.

Newly Signed Legislation Raises Federal Minimum Age of Sale of Tobacco Products…

On Dec. 20, 2019, the President signed legislation amending the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, and raising the federal minimum age of sale of tobacco products from 18 to 21 years—effective immediately.

FDA Streamlines Grandfathered Product Review Program

FDA streamlined the voluntary, standalone Grandfathered tobacco product status determination program. Updates will take effect on Jan. 15, 2020.

2019 National Youth Tobacco Survey shows youth e-cigarette use at alarming levels

2019 National Youth Tobacco Survey Results Published

Results show youth e-cigarette use is at alarming levels for the second year in a row.

Respiratory Illnesses Associated with Use of Vaping Products

FDA and CDC are working closely with state and local public health partners to investigate incidents of vaping-associated respiratory illnesses as quickly as possible.

Products, Guidance & Regulations

FDA's approach to regulating tobacco products is grounded in science and uses the full power of the law to protect public health.

Compliance, Enforcement & Training

FDA vigorously enforces the Tobacco Control Act (TCA), which provides FDA with a wide array of powerful regulatory tools to protect the health of all American families.

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From press releases to public meetings to email newsletters, stay up to date on the latest news and events from the FDA Center for Tobacco Products.

Public Health Education

While there has been significant progress in educating the public about the dangers of tobacco use, it still remains the leading cause of preventable death in the United States.

Science & Research

FDA supports science and research to help us better understand tobacco use and associated risks so that we can reduce the public health burden of tobacco in the United States.

About the Center for Tobacco Products

FDA's Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) regulates the manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of tobacco products.

FDA's Youth Tobacco Prevention Plan

FDA's Youth Tobacco Prevention Plan—a key component of the agency's Comprehensive Plan for Tobacco and Nicotine Regulation—is a series of actions to stop youth use of tobacco products, especially e-cigarettes. This includes a special focus on preventing youth access to tobacco products, curbing marketing of tobacco products aimed at youth; and educating teens about the dangers of using any tobacco product, including e-cigarettes, as well as educating retailers about their key role in protecting youth.

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