Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. The National Narcotics Agency (BNN) warned on Wednesday (18/2/2026) that electronic cigarettes have become a dangerous new medium for consuming illicit substances and New Psychoactive Substances (NPS). 

During a focus group discussion in Jakarta, BNN Head Commissioner General Suyudi Ario Seto debunked the narrative that vaping serves as a smoking cessation tool, labeling it a scientifically unproven "illusion" that instead facilitates clandestine drug abuse.

"I emphasize that the narrative of vapes as a smoking aid is an illusion; instead, this product has opened a new gateway for narcotics," Chief Suyudi said, as cited by antaranews.com.

Investigations revealed that e-liquids are being laced with liquid methamphetamine and etomidate. Because the vapor is often pleasantly scented, users can consume these "chemical cocktails" in public without detection. 

BNN officials noted that vaping allows offenders to bypass conventional drug paraphernalia, making enforcement more challenging as the devices effectively mask high-risk chemical additives and narcotics.

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