Russia Classifies Beer, Wines and Vapes as “Strategic Goods” Under New Law

Russia Classifies Beer, Wines and Vapes as “Strategic Goods” Under New Law

The Russian government has added light alcoholic beverages—including still and sparkling wines, beer, and ciders—along with electronic cigarettes, vape liquids, and nicotine salts to its list of strategically important goods, as reported by The Moscow Times on August 18. Under the newly effective updates to Article 226.1 of the Russian Criminal Code, individuals caught bringing these items across the Russian border or the Eurasian Economic Union…