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Consumer advice and details of how to report problems with e-cigarettes with guidance on how to place an e-cigarette on the market in Great Britain and Northern Ireland, including the notification scheme.
Guidance on how to license electronic cigarettes and other inhaled nicotine-containing products (NCPs) as medicines in the UK.
Advice for Retailers and Producers
Healthcare professionals should be vigilant for suspected adverse reactions and safety concerns associated with e-cigarettes and e-liquids, commonly known as vapes. Please report adverse reactions to the Yellow Card scheme and promote vigilance among patients.
Government takes steps to crack down on rogue firms targeting children with free samples.
Evidence on the impact of e-cigarettes, information on government policy and regulation, and guidance for organisations on vaping policies.
Disposable vapes will be banned in the UK as part of ambitious government plans to tackle the rise in youth vaping and protect children’s health.
The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) is exploring technology options to prevent and/or reduce E-Scooter and E-Bike enabled crime.
Check the tariff classification for empty atomizers.
There is an obligation on the manufacturers and importers of electronic cigarettes to submit a notification of such products they intend to market.
Advice on ingredients in nicotine-containing liquids in electronic cigarettes and refill containers.
Dose of nicotine delivered & uptake and consistency of dose.
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