Commodity
2402 Cigars, cheroots, cigarillos and cigarettes, of tobacco or of tobacco substitutes
Measures Applicable to the Commodity
1. Print and Appearance of Pictures, Warnings and Statements
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restriction | Goods | 01/04/2014 | |
2. Pictures, Warnings and Statements
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspection Requirement | Goods | 01/04/2014 | |
3. Reduction of Supply of Tobacco Products
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prohibited Goods | Goods | 01/04/2014 | |
4. Levy on import, distribution or sale of tobacco products
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | Goods | 01/04/2014 | |
5. Reduction of Demand for Tobbacco Products
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | Goods | 01/04/2014 | |
The legislation prohibits the advertisement, sponsorship, and promotion of tobacco products. Specifically, no person may publish or broadcast advertisements related to tobacco use or utilize tobacco trademarks for advertising any organization or event. Manufacturers, importers, distributors, or retailers of tobacco products are banned from organizing or financially contributing to activities in Namibia. Retailers can post signs indicating the availability and price of tobacco products at points of sale without violating this law. The sale or display of replica toys or candy products resembling tobacco is also prohibited. The Minister may issue regulations for phasing out existing sponsorships and addressing advertising matters. Violations of these provisions can result in fines of up to N$200,000 or imprisonment for up to 10 years, or both. Additionally, tobacco product packaging must include health warnings and specify the constituents present, with non-compliance also resulting in similar penalties. |
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