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ITSA hits back over tax stamp criticism

Amended version of press release dated 22 May 2020, which contained erroneous information. A high-profile trade association has responded to criticism of tax stamps in a new report on the impact of blockchain technology on excise duty payments. The study by Deloitte highlights the potential benefits of using blockchain to …


Proposal for an FCTC Protocol-Compliant Tobacco Control System Blue Print

Its aim is to contribute to the work being carried out on implementing a tobacco track and trace system compliant with the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) and its Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products (Protocol).


EUCJ rejects legal appeal against Tobacco Products Directive

ITSA has criticised the decision to reject its legal claim against the EU Tobacco Products Directive (TPD), calling it “disappointing and curious”.


Recruitment campaign aims to stamp out fraudulent trade

Building on its success, ITSA is now looking to widen its membership base to include government authorities, universities, foundations, NGOs and other associations.


The Revolution in Excise Stamps and Programmes

Presented at the High Security Printing EMEA conference in March 2020, Lisbon, Portugal by Barna Barabas (Jura)


ITSA Guideline

Why Tax Stamps Provide the Best Combined Solution for Traceability and Security Features Under the EU Tobacco Products Directive


UIDs for Tobacco Track & Trace

How to Make Unique Identifiers for Tobacco Track and Trace Secure and Independent from the Tobacco Industry: A Standards-Based Approach


ITSA in Product & Image

Urgent Action Needed to Prevent Recurrence of Alcohol Deaths in Costa Rica



Current Landscape and Developments, and Country Case Studies

Presented during an ITSA seminar at the Tax Stamp Forum, September 2019, Budapest, Hungary