nicotine delisting was a 039critical step039 to regulate black market vape industry says dr zaliha

The article discusses regulatory changes in Malaysia regarding nicotine and vaping products. The delisting of liquid nicotine from the Poisons Act was intended to allow regulation of the vape market under Act 852, which aims to protect public health and prevent sales to minors. The High Court ruling creates legal uncertainty. Commercial impact is weak: no direct price, supply, or margin channel identified. The primary effect is on the regulatory environment for vape product sales in Malaysia, potentially affecting local vape retailers and importers. No specific company or commodity is mentioned.