About OSMV

The Office for the Special Mandate on Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products (OSMV) is dedicated to regulating the vaporized nicotine and novel tobacco market, ensuring consumer safety and compliance with RA11900, the Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products Regulation Act, also known as the Vape Law. 

It was established under DTI Department Order No. 24-154 (DO24-154) in 2024. Focused on implementing RA11900, its mandate includes the proper collection of taxes and the effective regulation of both online and physical advertising and sales of vaporized nicotine, non-nicotine products, their devices, and novel tobacco products, ensuring alignment with internationally accepted product standards.

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DTI amends Vape Law IRR, implements stricter regulations to protect Filipino consumers

Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) amended the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 11900 (RA11900), or “The Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products Regulation Act.” This move reinforces the DTI’s commitment to protecting consumers and ensuring that all vapor products and Heated Tobacco Products

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DTI strengthens enforcement of Vape Law, reminds traders to comply

In line with the commitment to the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to expand and strengthen efforts against the smuggling and illegal trading of tobacco and vape products, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), together with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Bureau of Customs (BOC), and Philippine

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DTI warns consumers of vape brands subject to trading suspension

Pursuant to Executive Order No. 913 (1983), or “Strengthening the Rule-making and Adjudicatory Powers of the Minister (now Secretary) of Trade and Industry”, Preliminary Orders and Preventive Measures Pending Formal Investigation Orders have been issued against the following vape brands: BrandManufacturerImporterSHFT & DR FREEZEShenzhen Adwell Technology Co. LTDSHFT Electronic Gadgets

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ADVISORY: Elements of Offenses Provided Under Republic Act No. 11900, or the Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products Regulation Act

The Department of Trade and lndustry-Office for the Special Mandate on Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products, their Devices, and Novel Tobacco Products (OSMV), created under DTI Department Order No. 24-154, issues this Policy Advisory for the guidance of all concerned: ♦ Date of Release: 04 September 2024

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