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What is NYC RCNY § 28-04?

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A licensed retailer may inquire of the Department whether a product is a Flavored Tobacco Product for purposes of § 17-715 of the Act by sending an inquiry to [email protected]. Such inquiry must include the brand, product name, product type, and either (1) an image of such product's packaging and labeling, or

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Effective: 12/18/2021Last amended: 12/18/2021

§ 28-04 Licensee Inquiry about Flavored Tobacco Products, Flavored Electronic Cigarettes or Flavored E-Liquids.

RCNY § 28-04

A licensed retailer may inquire of the Department whether a product is a Flavored Tobacco Product for purposes of § 17-715 of the Act by sending an inquiry to [email protected]. Such inquiry must include the brand, product name, product type, and either (1) an image of such product's packaging and labeling, or (2) a web link to digital images of such product's packing and labeling. Incomplete inquiries may not be reviewed. If the Department determines that such product is Flavored based on its aroma or taste, or that it is presumed to be flavored based on its Packaging, Labeling, or Marketing, the Department will update the Flavored Tobacco Products List within 90 days of the receipt of an inquiry with all necessary information, and will advise such licensed retailer of its conclusions within the same time frame. (Amended City Record 11/18/2021, eff. 12/18/2021)

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