SFATA – Making Electronic Cigarettes Safe

30th October 2012

SFATA – Making Electronic Cigarettes Safe.

Convenience Store News, has reported about a new electronic cigarette advocacy group.

Did you hear about it?

This group has originated as the Smoke-Free Alternatives Trade Association (SFATA). It is basically a consortium of North American e-cigarette distributors and retailers. They are dedicated towards promoting the idea of self-regulation within the industry.
They initiated by attending an October 8 (2012) trade show in Las Vegas. The team promoted their organisation and the ideals.
The group did not only spread a word about self-regulation. Also, raised over $500,000 in voluntary donations. They have decided to use this money in promoting themselves and growing their organization.

that self-regulation is a great move to ensure electronic cigarettes safety without the intervention of government.
They cited the efforts from the officials in the European Union.
The World Health Organisation and U.S. FDA, who are looking forward to potential prohibitive e-cig legislation.
Officials at SFATA stress on removing the need for any regulation by voluntarily establishing appropriate standards as well as members agreeing to this idea.
Launch of new vapor product lines contribute to the growth of the e-cigarette market globally.
The vapor products market is witnessing an increase in desire among end-users globally to quit smoking.