New Vaping Products Duty comes into effect

UK · 2026-09-30

1. Step 1 · The triggerthe UK imposes an excise duty on all vaping liquids manufactured or imported, raising input costs for producers
2. Step 2 · Knock-onmanufacturers and importers pass the higher costs to retailers, who face increased wholesale prices and compliance requirements
3. Step 3 · Knock-onretail prices for vaping products rise, reducing demand, especially among price-sensitive consumers
4. Step 4 · Reaches youcompliant retailers and manufacturers may gain market share as illicit competition is deterred, but all legitimate operators face higher compliance and enforcement costs, impacting SME margins

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Source: HM Revenue & Customs

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