Harm reduction advocates call for risk-based taxes on smoke-free products

Harm reduction advocates call for risk-based taxes on smoke-free products

PASAY CITY, Philippines — Consumer groups, industry representatives and medical experts called for a risk-based approach to taxation and regulation of smoke-free nicotine products at a summit in Pasay City.The call was made during the 2nd National Summit on Nicotine and Harm Reduction held on Oct. 1, as the government considers proposals involving vaping and heated tobacco products, including possible changes in taxation.“What we are asking is f…