The Superintendence of Industry and Commerce (“SIC”) has issued Resolution No. 30838 of May 22, 2025, that established the minimum information that must be made available to consumers of cigarettes, tobacco products, their derivatives, substitutes, or imitators, and the devices required for their use.
This regulation was issued within the framework outlined in Law 1480 of 2011 regarding the general right of consumers to receive information. In addition, it introduces specific obligations that must be fulfilled by producers and suppliers of these products, as detailed below:
1. Minimum Information:
1.1 A clear indication of whether the equipment or device is rechargeable or disposable.
1.2 For rechargeable or disposable devices, the following must be included:
a. Instructions for use;
b. Product lifespan;
c. Safety warnings, storage, conservation, and appropriate use instructions.
1.3 For rechargeable and/or refillable devices, the following must be included:
a. Instructions for use;
b. Clear and precise assembly instructions;
c. List of included accessories;
d. Battery type, power specifications, and related safety recommendations and warnings;
e. Maintenance instructions;
f. Warranty period;
g. Safety, storage, conservation, and appropriate use warnings.
1.4 For tobacco heating devices, the following must be included:
a. Instructions for use;
b. Clear and precise assembly instructions;
c. List of included accessories;
d. Battery type, power specifications, and related safety recommendations and warnings;
e. Maintenance instructions;
f. Warranty period;
g. Safety, storage, conservation, and appropriate use warnings.
1.5 For oral nicotine products and tobacco substitutes or imitators presented in formats other than those previously described, the following must be included:
a. Instructions for use;
b. Safety warnings.
2. Presentation of the information
2.1 The required information must be provided clearly and legibly in writing and Spanish. It must be included on labels, containers, packaging, or accompanying materials.
2.2 For online sales of electronic nicotine delivery systems (e.g., electronic cigarettes), non-nicotine alternatives, heated tobacco products, and oral nicotine products, producers and suppliers must ensure that consumers have access to the required information, legibly, and in writing before purchase.
3. Term entry into Force: The obligations outlined in this Resolution must be implemented no later than six (6) months following its publication.
4. Key additional points
4.1 The SIC clarified that the information required under this Resolution must not contradict the provisions of Law 1335 of 2009, which regulates the prohibition of advertising and promotion of these products.
4.2 The SIC also clarified that compliance with this Resolution does not exempt or replace compliance with technical standards, sanitary measures, or technical regulations issued by the Ministry of Health and Social Protection applicable to these products.
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