The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has intensified its efforts against the illegal sale of evaporisers, conducting a significant raid on 15 May at Club Slim, located in Excelsior Shopping Centre, Coleman Street. The operation led to the arrest of a 45-year-old club manager who confessed to selling evaporisers to staff members. Further investigations revealed his involvement in a broader illegal distribution network.
During the raid, HSA officers also found three men and two women, aged between 22 and 40, in possession of evaporisers and related components. These individuals were fined on the spot as part of HSA’s ongoing crackdown on unauthorised evaporiser sales in nightlife venues.
The possession, use, or purchase of evaporisers in Singapore is prohibited under the Tobacco Control of Advertisements and Sale Act, with offenders facing fines up to $2,000. More severe penalties apply for importing, distributing, or selling prohibited tobacco products, with fines reaching $10,000 and potential imprisonment for repeat offences.
HSA continues to warn the public about the health risks associated with all tobacco products, including evaporisers. Information on these risks is available on the HealthHub website. The public is encouraged to report any illegal activities related to evaporisers to the Tobacco Regulation Branch.
This raid underscores HSA’s commitment to enforcing tobacco regulations and protecting public health, with further actions anticipated as part of their ongoing strategy.
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