The Department of Trade and Industry of the Philippine National Capital Territory (DTI-NCRO) has set up a special team to be responsible for the regulatory enforcement of vapes. In addition, the sale of vapes near schools is prohibited, and violators will face criminal prosecution.
Key points:
1. The Department of Trade and Industry of the Philippine National Capital Region (DTI-NCRO) has set up a special team to focus on combating the illegal sale of vapes.
2. The new law prohibits the sale of vapes near school districts, and offenders may face criminal charges.
According to PIA reports on March 12. The Philippine National Capital Territory Department of Trade and Industry (DTI-NCRO) has set up a special team to focus on regulatory enforcement of vapes.
Winston T. Singun, regional director of DTI-NCRO, pointed out at a forum event on Tuesday that the widespread use of vape products among youth has raised social concerns.
- “The Ministry of Trade and Industry (DTI) bears primary responsibility in the enforcement of vape regulations. We have an office at our headquarters dedicated to vape issues.”
He explained that regional consumer departments are required to enforce regulations that prohibit the sale of vape products near schools.
In addition, the department strictly enforces product standards for these products, although Singon noted that the vape program is not directly under the jurisdiction of DTI-NCRO.
When asked about the penalties for illegal businesses selling vapes near schools. Simon said violators would face serious consequences.
- “As far as I know, criminal charges have been brought against violators.”
