Fake Disposable E-cigarettes Flood the UK Market

Sep.19.2022
Fake Disposable E-cigarettes Flood the UK Market
Up to 60% of disposable e-cigarettes sold in the UK are counterfeit or illegal, warns UKVIA, with potential consequences.

According to the UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA), between 40% to 60% of disposable e-cigarettes sold in the UK market are fake or do not comply with UK laws and regulations.


According to Doug Dun, the chief executive of the UK Electronic Cigarette Industry Association, there is a significant problem with illegal sales of electronic cigarette products in the UK market. The association receives around 200 to 400 reports per month regarding illegal products. Dun notes that while the e-cigarette market has significant potential, the actions of participants within the industry could ultimately lead to harmful consequences, including a potential ban on sales of e-cigarette products, if they prioritize short-term profits over legal compliance. This presents a serious threat to the industry's growth prospects and retailers' interest in participating in this sector.


This article contains excerpts or reprints from third-party sources. The copyright belongs to the original media and author. If there is any infringement, please contact us for deletion. Any organization or individual wishing to reprint must contact the author and not do so directly.


This document has been generated through artificial intelligence translation and is provided solely for the purposes of industry discourse and learning. Please note that the intellectual property rights of the content belong to the original media source or author. Owing to certain limitations in the translation process, there may be discrepancies between the translated text and the original content. We recommend referring to the original source for complete accuracy. In case of any inaccuracies, we invite you to reach out to us with corrections. If you believe any content has infringed upon your rights, please contact us immediately for its removal.

2Firsts In-Depth | From Demographics to Distribution: Why Pakistan May Be Asia’s Next Vape Battleground
2Firsts In-Depth | From Demographics to Distribution: Why Pakistan May Be Asia’s Next Vape Battleground
Despite renewed conflict and airspace closures, Pakistan’s e-cigarette market is quietly expanding. As a "gray market" shaped by high taxes, weak regulation, and trade hurdles, it poses both challenges and opportunities. Chinese brands are entering cautiously, as the vaping business becomes a real test of resilience in a complex and uncertain environment.
May.14
VPR Brands partners with Associated Supply for exclusive distribution in NYC
VPR Brands partners with Associated Supply for exclusive distribution in NYC
VPR Brands, a US-based cannabis vaporizer manufacturer, announced an exclusive agreement with New York-licensed distributor Associated Supply LLC to promote the sale of its ELF brand pre-filled cannabis vapes in the New York market. In 2024, New York's adult-use cannabis retail sales exceeded $1 billion, with cannabis vapes accounting for approximately 27% of that total.
Apr.27 by 2FIRSTS.ai
Products | VAPORESSO and GEEKVAPE Introduce New Open-System Devices Featuring Larger Capacity and Batteries
Products | VAPORESSO and GEEKVAPE Introduce New Open-System Devices Featuring Larger Capacity and Batteries
GEEKVAPE and VAPORESSO have recently launched new open-system vaping products: the Geekvape Soul 2 Pod Kit and the Vaporesso Apex Pod Kit, priced at £15.99 and £21.99, respectively. The devices feature large-capacity e-liquid pods of 4ml and 5ml, powerful output, and battery capacities of 2100mAh and 2000mAh. Both models support Type-C charging and adjustable airflow.
Apr.28 by 2FIRSTS.ai
U.S. Tariffs on Chinese E-Cigarettes Soar to 145% — Industry Faces Sharp Decline in Orders and Surging Costs
U.S. Tariffs on Chinese E-Cigarettes Soar to 145% — Industry Faces Sharp Decline in Orders and Surging Costs
US-China trade tensions escalate as US imposes 145% tariffs on Chinese products; e-cigarette industry faces substantial impact.
Apr.21 by 2FIRSTS.ai
Tax Stamp System Drives Compliance: E-Cigarettes as Key Revenue Source
Tax Stamp System Drives Compliance: E-Cigarettes as Key Revenue Source
Tax stamp system drives compliance: Philippines BIR chief aims to boost industry compliance and increase revenue through e-cigarette taxation.
Apr.17 by 2FIRSTS.ai
Malaysia's Kedah State to Stop Renewing E-Cigarette Sales Licenses, Plans Full Ban by 2026
Malaysia's Kedah State to Stop Renewing E-Cigarette Sales Licenses, Plans Full Ban by 2026
The government of Malaysia's Kedah state has announced it will stop renewing licenses for e-cigarette sales. The Chief Minister stated that to avoid legal risks, the ban will be implemented gradually, with a full prohibition planned once existing licenses expire. The move is partly driven by concerns over the misuse of e-cigarette devices for consuming synthetic drugs.
May.15 by 2FIRSTS.ai