As of today restrictions on cigarette branding and new labeling requirements go into effect in the United States.

Restrictions include:

Cigarettes may no longer be branded as “light”, mild” or “low”

Cigarette packages will have larger and more detailed warning labels

Cigarette companies will be barred from sponsoring cultural and sporting events

According to federal law, sales of tobacco products are prohibited to anyone under 18

Restrictions on cigarette vending machines

Further reading:
FDA marks first anniversary of Tobacco Control Act

 

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