California's new Unflavored Tobacco List (UTL) shifts the burden of proof to manufacturers, effectively removing flavored cigarillos and wraps from state shelve
Posted on July 09, 2026
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Statehouses across the U.S. are debating 'cigar bar' exemptions to indoor smoking bans. From Iowa's stalled bill to Maryland's ongoing debate, the map is shifti
Posted on July 07, 2026
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Enforcement agencies report record hauls of illegal tobacco in 2026. Learn why the rise in black market seizures impacts the legal retail landscape.
Posted on July 05, 2026
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A new FDA proposal seeks to require foreign tobacco manufacturers to register facilities and list products, potentially impacting imported cigars, vapes, and po
Posted on June 27, 2026
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Federal court rulings have challenged tariffs on imported cigars from Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic, but a pending appeal keeps price relief uncertain.
Posted on June 26, 2026
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A federal judge has issued a final order reaffirming that handmade premium cigars are exempt from FDA oversight, providing clarity for the tobacco industry.
Posted on June 26, 2026
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