Tobacco, tobacco products and related equipment (ICS code(s): 65.160)

Draft Law on Control of Tobacco, Tobacco Products and Related Products of the Republic of Lithuania on amendment of Article 85, 9, 93, 94, 99, 910, 911, 17 and 26 No. XVP-447(3), 4 pages, Lithuanian (hereinafter – Draft Law).

The Draft Law introduces a requirement to display the contact details of the national smoking-cessation telephone line (hereinafter – the Quitline) on relevant tobacco product packaging, electronic cigarette leaflets, and in retail sales areas. It also clarifies the administrative procedures for evaluating tobacco product notifications submitted through the EU-CEG portal, introduces state fees for these services, and sets standardized timelines for evaluation and market placement. Overall, the goal is to expand the visibility and use of free smoking-cessation support services, enhance public awareness of available assistance, and strengthen regulatory oversight. By improving access to these services, the proposed measures are expected to increase the effectiveness of smoking-cessation efforts and contribute to reducing nicotine dependence, along with the broader health, social, and economic harms associated with tobacco use.