India upholds ban on heated tobacco products by Philip Morris
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- on e-cigarettes
- 2019 ban
India's health ministry has rejected lobbying efforts by Philip Morris International to exempt its heated tobacco products (HTPs) from the 2019 ban on e-cigarettes. This decision reinforces India's commitment to public health over commercial interests, impacting PMI's strategy for growth in smoke-free alternatives. The ban remains a significant hurdle for tobacco companies seeking market entry in India.
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