Ban on single-use vapes in Scotland
From 1 June 2025, it is illegal to sell or supply single-use vapes anywhere in the UK. This includes online and in-store sales.
Under the Environmental Protection (Single-Use Vapes) (Scotland) Regulations 2024, a single-use vape is a device that:
- cannot be refilled
- cannot be recharged
If a vape meets both criteria, it is considered single-use and is banned from sale. This includes:
- All single-use vapes, whether or not they contain nicotine
- All forms of sale or supply, including online
- Possession of single-use vapes for sale
Who does the ban apply to
The ban applies to all businesses and organisations that sell or supply vapes, including:
- retailers (shops, market stalls, petrol stations, vape shops)
- wholesalers and importers
- manufacturers
- healthcare settings and stop smoking services