E cigarette explodes in man's trousers FDA bans sale of Vuse Alto menthol e cigarettes, citing health risks for teens FOX 7 Austin The FDA has ordered R.J. Reynolds to stop selling its popular Vuse Alto menthol e cigarettes, a decision the company immediately said it would challenge in court. The FDA is expected, perhaps by FDA Bans Sale Of Top Selling Vuse Menthol E Cigarettes A new TEXAS LAW took effect on Sept. 1 and effectively bans disposable e cigarettes, or vapes, in the state. INFO: kwtx.com 2025 09 04 most disposable nicotine vape devices now banned texas NEW: After an extensive scientific review, FDA has authorized marketing of six Vuse Alto tobacco flavored e cigarette pods and accompanying power unit. Pods are sealed, pre filled, and non refillable. https: www.fda.gov tobacco products ctp newsroom