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6 Nov 2026
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Commission
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Enforcement
OLAF and customs authorities seize over 1.9 million e-cigarettes in joint operation
The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) and customs authorities from 30 countries carried out JCO VAPE from 14 November to 15 December 2025. Seizures totalled over 94 million pieces of tobacco products, e-cigarettes, devices and related goods. Most seized goods breached national laws, including rules on flavours, nicotine levels, safety and labelling.
Importance
Noteworthy
Lenses
Regulatory
Why it matters
The operation targeted illicit tobacco and e-cigarette trade across 30 countries and uncovered non-compliant products and smuggling methods.
Institutions
CommissionOLAF
Audience
Importers and exportersCompliance teams
Tags
Customs unionHealthInternational
Sectors
Food, drink, and tobaccoWholesale and retail
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