The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has suspended 14 manufacturers and importers of Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products for violating the packaging and health warning requirements under RA11900 or the “Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products Regulation Act.” These companies violated Section 4(d) of RA11900, which mandates compliance with internal revenue fiscal marking requirements as prescribed by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).
The listed manufacturers and importers were issued with a Preliminary Order (PO) or Preventive Measure Order (PMO), and thus are suspended from manufacturing, importing, distributing, selling, and promoting ALL of their Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products. The PO/PMO is valid and effective until a decision on the formal charge is rendered and/or becomes final.
MANUFACTURERS AND IMPORTERS |
SHENZHEN NEVOKS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. &2229 NON SPECIALIZED WHOLESALE TRADING |
MR. O’s LIQUIDO OPC |
SACREDVAPORS CORPORATION |
VIP BROS INCORPORATED |
ZCREW INTERNATIONAL INC. &DONGGUAN AIRV TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD |
VIP BROS INCORPORATED, doing business under the name and style of PASTRY VAPORS VAPE JUICE MANUFACTURING |
WANG DAO TECHNOLOGY (SHENZHEN) CO., LTD. &SKY ROCKET PHILIPPINES |
SHENZHEN SMUG VAPE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. &SEMBA TRADING CORPORATION |
STEEP AND DRIP MANUFACTURING CORP. |
VISCOCITY CONSUMER ELECTRONICS TRADING CORPORATION |
WANG DAO TECHNOLOGY (SHENZHEN) CO., LTD. &WKD LTD. |
Non-compliance with these regulations will result in penalties, including fines and imprisonment. As stated under Section 23 of RA11900, the following penalties will be imposed:
1st Offense: Php 2,000,000 fine + imprisonment of 2 years;
2nd Offense: Php 4,000,000 fine + imprisonment of 4 years;
3rd Offense: Php 5,000,000 fine + imprisonment of 6 years + revocation of business permits and licenses.
Manufacturers and importers are reminded to comply with the packaging requirements for Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products, including graphic health warnings and fiscal marking; otherwise, they shall be held liable under RA11900.
The Office for the Special Mandate on Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products, their Devices, and Novel Tobacco Products (OSMV) encourages consumers to remain vigilant and report any violations, including uncertified products and errant distributors and retailers.
For consumer concerns, contact the DTI Consumer Care Hotline at 1–384 or send an e-mail to consumercare@dti.gov.ph. For vape-related concerns and information, contact osmv@dti.gov.ph or visit https://www.dti.gov.ph/osmv/.
The DTI, through the OSMV, reiterates its commitment to safeguarding Filipino consumers, ensuring fair trade practices, and upholding the standards set forth under RA11900. ♦
Date of Release: 05 February 2025