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What a SCOTUS vape decision means for the FDA
The Supreme Court heard arguments Monday over the FDA’s decision to block certain flavored vapes from the market. The court’s eventual decision could change the way the agency regulates not just vaping products, but a litany of other products under its purview, as STAT’s Lizzy Lawrence notes.
Two e-cigarette makers sued the agency after their applications were denied in 2021. A lower court ruled against the FDA in January, taking issue with the agency saying it is not bound to statements made in its guidance documents.
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