Many candies are very much intended for children. Bright colours, cartoon characters, etc. The FDA, several state attorney generals, senators have all moved in

Many candies are very much intended for children. Bright colours, cartoon characters, etc. The FDA, several state attorney generals, senators have all moved in the past few years to attempt to outright ban any flavored tobacco products (including menthol) specifically because they provide an easy gateway for children. The most recent high-profile case I can think of is San Francisco banning the sale of flavored tobacco, including menthol, this summer specifically for this reason.