How to Quit Smoking & Vaping in China

China has a smoking rate of approximately 26.6%. The vaping rate is around 0.9%. Whether you're quitting cigarettes, vapes, or both, local resources can make a significant difference in your success.

• National China tobacco cessation programs • Government-funded quit smoking support services • Healthcare provider-based cessation counseling • Community smoking cessation programs • Online and mobile quit smoking support
• China Quitline: 12320 • National health service cessation support • World Health Organization quit tobacco resources • Hospital and clinic-based programs • Pharmacy-based nicotine replacement therapy

China has comprehensive smoke-free laws in public places and workplaces and regulated vaping products. The country maintains tobacco control measures including advertising restrictions and point-of-sale regulations.

The quitline for China is 12320. Quitlines provide free, confidential coaching from trained counselors who can help you create a personalized quit plan. Most quitlines offer services in multiple languages and may also provide free nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) like patches or gum.

A pack of cigarettes in China costs approximately $2.90 USD. Pack-a-day smokers spend around $1059 USD annually. Many cessation services are subsidized or free through national health programs.