Exclusive poll exposes effects of Slovenia’s proposed flavored vape ban
New polling reveals that a majority of Slovenian vapers rely on fruit and menthol flavors—and fear a ban will push them back to smoking.
The Tholos Foundation has released exclusive polling data conducted by IPSOS, shedding light on the likely consequences of Slovenia’s proposed ban on flavored vaping products. The results show overwhelming dependence on non-tobacco flavors and deep concern over the public health fallout of prohibition.
Flavors are central to quitting
More than 70% of Slovenian vapers use non-tobacco flavors such as fruit (56.7%) and mint/menthol (27.2%), with a majority citing health-related reasons—including smoking cessation—as their main reason for vaping.
A ban risks reversing progress
If flavors are banned:
- 80% of vapers believe it will push users back to smoking
- 50% say they would smoke, mix their own liquids, or turn to the black market
- Only 40% support the ban, while one-third remain neutral
Vapers support smarter alternatives
- 90% support alternative measures to reduce underage access
- 73% believe the government should support reduced-risk alternatives to smoking
- Popular policy alternatives include stricter enforcement and education campaigns
“These results are crystal clear: Slovenian vapers rely on flavored products to quit and stay off cigarettes,” said Tim Andrews, Director of Consumer Issues at Tholos Foundation. “Banning them would do far more harm than good.”
Download the full report:
For more information, please contact:
Tim Andrews, tandrews@tholosfoundation.org
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