Global List of Countries/Regions Prohibiting Online Vape Sales
April 15,2025 | View: 1608
Based on current information, the following countries or regions have explicitly banned or strictly restricted the online sale of vapes (also referred to as e-cigarettes or vaping products):
China
Nationwide Online Sales Ban: In November 2019, China’s State Tobacco Monopoly Administration and State Administration for Market Regulation jointly issued a directive prohibiting online sales of vapes, requiring e-commerce platforms to remove all related products and advertisements. This aims to prevent minors from accessing vaping products through online channels.
Local Regulations: Cities like Shenzhen and Chengdu have included vaping in their smoke-free laws, further restricting both online and offline sales.
India
National Ban: Since September 2019, India has enforced a comprehensive ban on the production, import, sale, and advertising of vaping products, including online sales. First-time violators face fines or imprisonment.
Thailand
Strict Legal Prohibition: Under the 2017 Customs Act, Thailand bans the import, sale, and use of e-cigarettes, including online sales. Violators risk up to 10 years in prison or fines of 1 million Thai Baht.
Brazil
Legislative Ban: Brazil was among the first countries to ban the manufacturing, sale, and advertising of vaping products, including online channels.
Singapore
Zero-Tolerance Policy: Singapore prohibits the sale, import, and distribution of e-cigarettes, with online sales explicitly banned. Only nicotine replacement therapies (e.g., patches) are allowed with a medical prescription.
Turkey
Production & Sales Ban: Turkey prohibits the production of vaping devices and restricts sales, explicitly banning online platforms. President Erdoğan advocates "replacing smoke with tea" to prioritize public health.
United States (Select States)
State-Level Restrictions: While no federal ban exists, states like Massachusetts and New York enforce online sales bans, particularly targeting flavored vapes.
Federal Updates: The FDA has proposed nationwide restrictions but currently defers to state-level regulations.
New Zealand
Disposable Vape Ban: In March 2024, New Zealand banned disposable vapes and tightened retail management, limiting online sales.
Australia
Prescription-Only Policy: Since 2023, Australia has prohibited non-prescription vape imports and sales. Only pharmacies may sell nicotine vaping products with a prescription.
EU Countries
Strict Regulations: The EU treats vaping products as tobacco equivalents. Countries like France, Hungary, Belgium, and Lithuania ban online sales, requiring in-store age verification.
Kyrgyzstan
Upcoming Ban: Starting July 1, 2025, Kyrgyzstan will fully prohibit the import, sale, and use of vaping products, both online and offline.
Global Overview
Trends: As of 2024, 34+ countries/regions enforce full bans on vape sales (including online), while 79 others impose partial restrictions.
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