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Podcast: FDA's CTP Director Brian King Discusses Efforts to Combat Unauthorized Vape Sales

He also discusses how convenience-store operators can partner with CTP when it comes to regulation

In this episode of “At Your Convenience,” CSP Editor Diane Adam talks with the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) Director Brian King.

King discusses CTP’s top priorities, including the creation of a federal multi-agency task force to combat the illegal distribution and sale of e-cigarettes. He also discusses how convenience-store operators can partner with CTP when it comes to regulation.

The two spoke at CSP's 2024 Tobacco Plus Forum in Schaumburg, Illinois, in September.

“At Your Convenience” brings industry experts and analysts together with CSP editors to discuss the latest in c-store news and trends. From mergers and acquisitions to foodservice and technology, the podcast delivers the story straight to listeners in short-format episodes, perfect for the morning commute or a quick break at the office.

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