European Parliament and nicotine: what does the resolution of September 16, 2026 really say?

On September 16, 2026, the European Parliament adopted a resolution dedicated to the European strategy on cardiovascular diseases. The text attracted the vaping sector’s attention because it addresses nicotine beyond combustible tobacco alone.

Which text are we talking about?

This is procedure 2025/2132(INI), a European Parliament own-initiative resolution. The Legislative Observatory confirms a Parliament decision on September 16, 2026.

A resolution is not an immediate ban

An own-initiative resolution expresses a political position and provides guidance; it does not automatically change French rules on the sale of e-liquids or electronic cigarettes. Any binding change would require an appropriate legal instrument and a separate process.

Why is nicotine at the center of the debate?

The text forms part of a broader cardiovascular strategy. European discussions increasingly concern all products containing nicotine. For context, see our article on the future European vaping rules.

What does this change today in France?

In the short term, this resolution alone does not change the maximum nicotine concentration, permitted volumes, or French rules on where vaping is allowed.

Why follow this text?

Resolutions can influence the European Commission’s future work and signal issues that may reappear in future regulatory revisions.

FAQ

Is nicotine banned in the EU?

No. It remains permitted in several product categories under different rules.

Is the maximum level of 20 mg/ml changing?

Not as a result of this resolution.

Is a new TPD already applicable?

No. We must wait for the official proposals, their adoption, and then their entry into force.

Conclusion

The September 16 resolution is a political signal to monitor, not new regulations immediately applicable to French vapers.

Sources: European Parliament, procedure 2025/2132(INI); Vaping Post, September 16, 2026.