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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 28, 2026Miami-Dade

FDA authorizes Juul to sell updated e-cigarette with age-verification technology

The federal government has granted Juul Labs permission to market an updated version of its e-cigarette device. The new model features an optional age-gating system intended to restrict access to underage users.

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Why It Matters

This decision changes the regulatory status of Juul's product line, allowing the company to sell a device with specific age-verification features in the U.S. market.

Key Facts

  • Juul Labs received federal permission to sell an updated version of its e-cigarette.
  • The updated device includes an optional age-verification system.
  • The age-verification system is designed to prevent underage use of the device.

Who's Mentioned

organizationFood and Drug Administration“Federal regulator granting authorization”otherVuse“Top-selling e-cigarette brand”locationWASHINGTON“Location of the news report.”personK.C. Crosthwaite“CEO of Juul Labs”organizationJuul Labs“Vaping company receiving FDA authorization”organizationReynolds American“Tobacco company and maker of Vuse”personDonald Trump“Former President referenced regarding past industry appeals”