Unofficial Translation (excerpts) The procedure for the issuance of such authorization is to be determined by a joint order of the Ministers noted in sub-paragraph 1. Article 105: The tobacco industry is civilly liable for the damages that its activities cause to the public and the environment. Any influence by the tobacco industry in public health policies involving tobacco control is prohibited, whatever the level of decision-making may be. Article 106: Any natural or juridical person whose interest is injured by the activities of the tobacco industry can bring action against the latter before the competent tribunals. 2. Composition, packaging and labeling Article 107: Tobacco products of any kind whatsoever, must be in compliance with the standards defined by order of the Minister of Public Health and the public is to be made aware of them. Article 108: Manufacturers and importers of tobacco are required to report to the competent authorities all information relating to the composition and emissions of tobacco products. The information is to be disclosed to the public. Article 109: Each product must be tested by a competent facility jointly approved by the Ministers of Public Health, Commerce and Industry prior to any authorization for the importation or distribution on the market. Costs inherent to the tests are to be borne by the importers and manufacturers of tobacco. The time periods relating to the standards and procedures are to be set by regulatory provision. Article 110: The average nicotine content as well as the average content of tar and other substances likely to be released by combustion are to be stated on each package in their current forms of use. An order by the Minister of Public Health shall define the list of substances that must be stated, as well as the conditions in which the presence of the substances and components is determined.

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