FTC Issues Third Report on E-Cigarette Advertising and Sales in the U.S.

Summary:

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released its third report on e-cigarette sales and advertising in the United States. The report shows that the combined sales of cartridge-based and disposable e-cigarette products increased by approximately $370 million between 2020 and 2021, reaching a total of $2.67 billion. E-cigarette companies spent $90.6 million more on advertising and promotion in 2021 compared to 2020. The report also provides details on e-cigarette product characteristics, such as flavors and nicotine concentration, as well as the bundling of components in cartridge systems. Additionally, the FTC has taken steps to deter underage consumers from purchasing e-cigarette products online. The Commission vote approving the report was 3-0.