Govt increases duties on vapes and e-cigarette flavours in budget measures

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has increased duties on vapes, e-cigarettes and related flavouring products as part of its latest budgetary measures aimed at boosting revenue and discouraging tobacco-related consumption.

The revised taxation framework raises the duty burden on electronic nicotine delivery systems and associated consumable products, including flavoured cartridges and liquids.

Officials said the measure forms part of broader efforts to strengthen tax collection while bringing alternative nicotine products under stricter fiscal regulation.

The increase is expected to raise the retail prices of vaping devices and e-cigarette flavours, potentially affecting consumers and businesses operating in the sector.

Health advocates have long called for tighter regulation of vaping products, citing concerns over rising usage among young people and the availability of flavoured nicotine products.

The government believes the revised duties will not only generate additional revenue but also support public health objectives by reducing the affordability of such products.

Further implementation details and updated duty schedules are expected to be issued by the Federal Board of Revenue.