FDA Bans Most Flavored Vape Pods. Altria's Juul Stake Could Benefit, Analyst Says Barron's JUUL Receives FDA Authorization for Menthol and Tobacco Pods What It FDA bans sale of popular Vuse Alto menthol e cigarettes CBS News 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