EVALUATION OF THE VAPE CATEGORY AMONG E-CIGARETTE SMOKERS IN UZBEKISTAN

S.M. Mirzaliev, Kholmatov Mukhriddin Mumin oglu, M.O. Kurolov, Judy Smetana, Krissy Lewis

Innovation science and technologiy · 2025-yil

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This article examines the consequences of the ban on flavored e-cigarettes and vapes, with a focus on consumerbehavior in Uzbekistan. The study, which surveyed 1,031 active vaping users, highlights the signifcant challenges andunintended consequences that such a ban could bring.The article explores consumer preferences for regulatory alternatives and highlights the complexity of regulatoryresponses to tobacco control. It suggests that outright bans may be ineffective in reducing smoking rates and may leadto negative public health consequences. The fndings provide an opportunity for policymakers to consider more effectivestrategies to regulate the vaping industry.

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MualliflarS.M. Mirzaliev, Kholmatov Mukhriddin Mumin oglu, M.O. Kurolov, Judy Smetana, Krissy Lewis
JurnalInnovation science and technologiy
Nashr sanasi2025-01-31
Jild1
Son1
Betlar9-22
TilIngliz
DOI10.5281/zenodo.17400064

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flavored electronic cigarettes, consumer behavior, vaping regulation, government regulation, tobacco control, market adaptation strategies, regulatory interventions, illicit market.

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