河南省烟草专卖管理条例 （2025年12月4日河南省第十四届人民代表大会常务委员会第二十一次会议通过）

Core Viewpoint - The "Henan Province Tobacco Monopoly Management Regulations" has been approved and will take effect on May 1, 2026, aiming to strengthen tobacco management, improve product quality, and protect consumer interests while ensuring fiscal revenue for the state and local governments [2][34]. Group 1: General Principles - The regulations are established based on the "Tobacco Monopoly Law of the People's Republic of China" and related laws, tailored to the province's specific conditions [4]. - The regulations apply to all activities related to the production, sale, transportation, and storage of tobacco monopoly products within the province [4][5]. Group 2: Responsibilities of Authorities - The provincial tobacco monopoly administrative department is responsible for overseeing tobacco monopoly work, supported by municipal and county-level departments [6]. - County-level tobacco monopoly administrative departments are required to utilize new technologies like big data and AI to enhance service quality and management efficiency [7]. Group 3: Tobacco Leaf Management - The regulations mandate the provincial department to manage tobacco leaf planting and provide support in terms of funding and technology to improve quality and efficiency [10]. - Tobacco companies are required to unify the purchase of tobacco leaves according to national standards and must sign contracts with growers regarding planting areas and prices [10][12]. Group 4: Production and Sales of Tobacco Products - Tobacco product manufacturers must comply with national quality standards and are required to strengthen technical research to reduce harmful components [18]. - Retailers must obtain the necessary licenses and are prohibited from selling tobacco products to minors, with clear signage required in retail locations [20][21]. Group 5: Supervision and Enforcement - The tobacco monopoly administrative department has the authority to investigate violations of tobacco laws, including inspecting production and storage sites [25][30]. - There are specific penalties outlined for various violations, including fines for disrupting tobacco leaf purchasing order and for unauthorized sales of tobacco products [31][36]. Group 6: New Tobacco Products - New tobacco products, such as e-cigarettes, will be regulated similarly to traditional cigarettes under the new regulations [34].