5,600 vape cartridges seized in attempted smuggling operation

Maldives Customs Service seized 5,600 vape cartridges from a sea shipment declared as general cargo. In a separate operation at Male' Commercial Harbour, officers seized 1,108 vape cartridges and 27 vaping devices hidden in potato chip cans and chocolate powder packets. Customs also seized 1,940 vape cartridges in April. The seizures follow the ban on vape imports under the Tobacco Control Act effective December 15, which also sets the minimum age for tobacco purchase at 21. Customs did not disclose the origin or individuals involved, stating investigations are ongoing.

Maldives Customs Service seized 5,600 vape cartridges from a sea shipment declared as general cargo. In a separate operation at Male' Commercial Harbour, officers seized 1,108 vape cartridges and 27 vaping devices hidden in potato chip cans and chocolate powder packets. Customs also seized 1,940 vape cartridges in April. The seizures follow the ban on vape imports under the Tobacco Control Act effective December 15, which also sets the minimum age for tobacco purchase at 21. Customs did not disclose the origin or individuals involved, stating investigations are ongoing.

Maldives Customs Service seized 5,600 vape cartridges from a sea shipment declared as general cargo. In a separate operation at Male' Commercial Harbour, officers seized 1,108 vape cartridges and 27 vaping devices hidden in potato chip cans and chocolate powder packets. Customs also seized 1,940 vape cartridges in April. The seizures follow the ban on vape imports under the Tobacco Control Act effective December 15, which also sets the minimum age for tobacco purchase at 21. Customs did not disclose the origin or individuals involved, stating investigations are ongoing.

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