Bill > A01709

This bill amends the New York Public Health Law to expand the definition of "flavored" vapor products by explicitly including products containing N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide (a chemical that creates a cooling sensation similar to menthol) as a flavored product. The bill modifies existing language about flavored vapor products to add this specific substance to the list of characteristics that would classify a vapor product as "flavored". Previously, the definition of flavored vapor products included items with distinguishable tastes or aromas related to fruits, desserts, candy, and other flavors different from traditional tobacco. Now, the presence of N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide will automatically categorize a vapor product as flavored, which likely means such products would be subject to additional restrictions or potential sales prohibitions. The bill also maintains the existing provision that a vapor product can be considered flavored if the manufacturer or retailer has made any expressed or implied statement suggesting the product has a distinguishable taste or aroma beyond tobacco. The amendment takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1709