Core Viewpoint - The German parliament is moving towards legislation to potentially ban disposable e-cigarettes, with Environment Minister Carsten Schneider expressing strong support for the ban due to safety concerns related to their disposal [1]. Industry Summary - Disposable e-cigarettes have become increasingly popular among young people in Germany, with an estimated spending of €2.4 billion on e-cigarettes this year, of which approximately 10% is allocated to disposable products [1]. - Several European countries, including Belgium, France, and the UK, have already implemented restrictions on disposable e-cigarettes, indicating a regional trend towards regulation [1]. Legislative Context - The German Federal Diet (lower house of parliament) has called for the government to implement a ban on disposable e-cigarettes, which has received support from the Federal Council (upper house) [1]. - The German government has expressed legal concerns regarding the implementation of such a ban, highlighting potential challenges in the legislative process [1]. Health Considerations - While e-cigarettes do not contain tar and other harmful substances, they still contain nicotine, which poses addiction risks similar to traditional cigarettes [1]. - The World Health Organization has urged governments to treat e-cigarettes similarly to traditional tobacco products, warning of health risks and the potential for nicotine addiction among non-smoking populations, particularly youth [1].