Indonesia to implement a new tax on e-cigarettes starting January 1

The decision follows Indonesia's earlier imposition, in 2018, of a hefty 57% excise tax on essences used in e-cigarettes.

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The Southeast Asian giant will apply a 10% levy on the excise tariff for electronic cigarettes, stated the ministry in a released statement.

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As the government pushes forward with its plans, the clash between public health concerns, industry interests, and regulatory measures continues.

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