Disposable Vapes June 2025
It has been illegal to sell or supply disposable vapes in the UK since June 2025
This applies to both shops and online retailers
There is a fine of £200 for non-compliance, along with the possibility of a prison term of up to 2 years for repeat offenders
Trading standards are authorised to seize any vapes being sold
Only Reusable devices can be sold legally:-
must be one of the following
rechargeable batteries
replaceable coil
refillable
Disposing of vapes:- return to stores or recycling centre for specialist handling.
Vaping rules changes
Already subject to vat 20% tax
A new vaping duty will start on 1 October 2026.
The duty introduces a flat rate charge of £2.20 per 10ml vaping liquid.
Tobacco tax will be increased at the same time.
There will be a ban on vape advertising and sponsorship introduced under the Tobacco and Vapes Bill
Massive crackdown on illegal vapes will continue through enforcement action