Is vaping legal? Vaping products manufactured from tobacco and heated tobacco products can be legally sold in New Zealand. However, under the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Vaping) Amendment Act 2020 (the Amendment Act) most advertising of these products is banned and it is illegal to sell them to young people under the age of 18.
Is vaping allowed in schools in New Zealand?
From 11 November 2020 vaping is prohibited in all schools, kura kaupapa, kōhanga reo and early childhood education and care centres (including both the grounds and buildings) at all times. From 11 August 2021, safety regulations have to be met before a vaping product can be sold in New Zealand. These include:
What is the law on vaping in the UK?
Law and regulations. It is an offence to sell nicotine vaping products to young people aged under 18. There are no legal restrictions on where people can vape. Vape devices and e-liquids are regulated under the Smoke-free Environments Act 1990.
How are vaping products regulated?
Vaping products are regulated through the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Vaping) Amendment Act 2020 which came into force on 11 November 2020 The Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Vaping) Amendment Act 2020 (the Amendment Act) commenced on 11 November 2020.
What is the legal status of a vape product?
Vaping products are relatively new and the Government is soon to change the law so that it is better suited for vaping. Vaping products are marketed as consumer goods. It is an offence to sell nicotine vaping products to young people aged under 18. There are no legal restrictions on where people can vape.
What is the smoking rate in New Zealand?
How long does the vaping act last?
How many people die from smoking in New Zealand?
What should council policy makers consider when quitting smoking?
Is vaping illegal in 2020?
Does the Ministry of Health monitor vaping?
Is vaping good for New Zealand?
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What age is vaping legal in NZ?
18 yearsProhibitions and requirements. From 11 November 2020, the existing prohibitions on the sale of tobacco products and herbal smoking products to minors are extended to vaping products. This means: vaping products, including 'toy' products, must not be sold to people under the age of 18 years.
What happens if you get caught vaping at school NZ?
You can be stood-down or suspended for vaping or smoking. Schools can stand-down or suspend you for “gross misconduct” (serious misbehaviour) or “continual disobedience” (regularly breaking rules) if it is likely to cause harm to others.
How many people vape NZ?
We believe in the free flow of information The number of young New Zealanders aged 15 to 17 who vape every day has tripled in two years, from 2% in 2018-19 to 6% in 2020-21, according to the most recent New Zealand Health Survey. For young adults, aged 18 to 24, daily vaping increased from 5% to 15%.
Is it better to vape or smoke?
1: Vaping is less harmful than smoking, but it's still not safe. E-cigarettes heat nicotine (extracted from tobacco), flavorings and other chemicals to create an aerosol that you inhale. Regular tobacco cigarettes contain 7,000 chemicals, many of which are toxic.
Can you be expelled from school for vaping?
Education Code Prohibits Tobacco and Nicotine Products A pupil shall not be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion, unless the superintendent of the school district or the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has…
How many children vape NZ?
E-cigarettes and Vaping 26% of students reported vaping and 15% reported smoking cigarettes in the past week. Nearly 20% of students are vaping daily or several times a day.
Why is vaping a problem in schools?
Vaping is a dangerous health risk, even to young students. A new study found that youth who use e-cigarettes are up to seven times more likely to test positive for COVID-19. There are many ways to tackle vaping in schools.
What is the Vaping Regulatory Authority?
About the Vaping Regulatory Authority. The Ministry of Health’s Vaping Regulatory Authority is responsible for the regulation of vaping products and smokeless tobacco products (notifiable products). Read more.
What are the steps ahead before vaping regulations take effect?
There are a number of important steps ahead before the vaping regulations can take effect: The Ministry of Health analysed submissions from the public consultation and recommended changes to the regulatory proposals if needed. With this analysis complete, Cabinet approved the final proposals. Cabinet then authorised the Ministry to instruct ...
When will R18 notices be available for vapes?
Retailers and Transitional/Specialist Vape Retailers are reminded that from 11 September 2021, they must display R18 notices at all points of sale. They can also display approved harm reduction notices and approved product availability notices.
What is the smoke free environment act?
The Act strikes a balance between ensuring vaping products are available for smokers who want to switch to a less harmful alternative and ensuring these products aren’t ...
LAW AND REGULATIONS
The Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Vaping) Amendment Act 2020 (the Amendment Act) prohibits smoking and vaping in schools, kura kaupapa, kōhanga reo and early childhood education and care centres (including their grounds and buildings). This means they are smokefree and vapefree at all times.
SIGNAGE
From 11 May 2021, schools, kura kaupapa, kōhanga reo and early childhood education and care centres must display notices stating that smoking and vaping within the premises is forbidden at all times.
fines
The management of schools, kura kaupapa, kōhanga reo and early childhood education and care centres may be fined up to $4,000 for not complying with the Act.
policies
Individual schools, kura kaupapa, kōhanga reo and early childhood education and care centres can decide on whether or not to have a vaping policy. Most will already have a Smokefree policy, and find the easiest way is to amend this to include vaping. For an example of a Smokefree and Vapefree Policy click here.
When will vaping legalize in New Zealand?
It's amazing to finally have this legislation through parliament! These laws will come into effect on 11 November 2020.
Does VAPO sell vaping?
VAPO has always sold 100% vaping products so there will be no changes for VAPO under these new laws - everything will still be readily available! This will affect some retailers that primarily sell other products, such as drug paraphernalia, by limiting their e-liquid sales to tobacco, menthol and mint flavours only.
Is VAPO a specialist vape store?
Online-Only Stores are not Specialist Vape Stores. The new laws state that an online store must have a physical brick and mortar store to be considered a specialist vape store. VAPO operates 13 physical brick and mortar stores so our online store is considered a specialist vape store and we will not be affected.
Is it illegal to sell vapes under 18?
Age Restriction. The Government has made it illegal to sell to customers under the age of 18 years. The industry has been self-regulating to ensure under 18 consumers cannot access vaping products so this will result in no material change to the industry.
When will vaping be banned?
Prohibitions on colouring and flavourings. From 11 May 2021, manufacturers and retailers can no longer supply or sell any vaping liquids that contain a colouring substance. A ‘colouring substance’ is defined as a substance used to add colour to, or alter the colour of, a vaping substance.
When will vaping regulations come into force?
At this stage it is expected the final regulations will come into force by 11 August 2021, although some provisions may be phased in over time.
When will the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Act be implemented in New Zealand?
In addition, from 11 August 2021 all retailers must comply with the requirements of the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Act, which includes restrictions relating to flavours that can be sold by retailers in New Zealand.
When will the ban on tobacco be extended?
From 11 November 2020, the existing prohibition on the sponsorship of tobacco products is extended to vaping products. This means that: trademarks, logos, branding, etc relating to vaping products must not be used to sponsor an organised activity or event in New Zealand. manufacturers, importers, distributors, or retailers must not sponsor an ...
Can you use a trademark on a vaping product?
articles that are not vaping products must not bear a trademark or name related to such a product. trademarks or names related to a vaping product must not be used for advertising or identifying any service, activity, event, scholarship, fellowship, or other educational benefit.
Can a distributor sponsor a vaping event in New Zealand?
manufacturers, importers, distributors, or retailers must not sponsor an organised activity in New Zealand based on an arrangement for them to be the sole supplier of vaping products for the activity or event. articles that are not vaping products must not bear a trademark or name related to such a product.
Is vaping legal in 2020?
From 11 November 2020, the existing prohibition on the advertisement of tobacco products is extended to vaping products. This means it is prohibited to encourage the use, promote the sale, or notify the availability of vaping products. Vaping products include vaping substances such as e-liquids/‘vape juice’ as well as e-cigarettes ...
All Workplaces Can Make Their Own Policies
If you’ve ever wondered why you can vape in the outdoor area of one business and not another, then it’s because all businesses and workplaces can make their own vaping policies. All they have to do is meet the minimum requirements of the law.
All Smokefree Indoor Workplaces Must Also Be Vapefree
From November 11, 2020, all Smokefree indoor workplaces, including bars and restaurants, had to be Vapefree. This means that if you want to vape at a business, you have to make sure it has a designated outdoor area or refrain from vaping on the premises.
You Must Be 18 to Buy Vape Products
Just as you must be 18 to purchase cigarettes, you must be 18 to buy vape products and e-liquid, even if it doesn’t contain any nicotine. This law also applies to the indirect supply of vaping products to anyone under the age of 18.
Vape Stockists must Follow Safety Regulations
Some of the latest vaping rules and regulations came into effect on August 11, 2021. These apply to manufacturers, importers, retailers, and specialist vape retailers. Even if you’re only someone who buys vape products, there’s no harm in understanding what the people you purchase from have to do to provide a safe sales experience.
Vaping is Banned At Educational Facilities
The Smokefree Environment and Regulated Products (Vaping) Amendments Act 2020 makes it against the law to vape at schools, care centres, early childhood education facilities, kura kaupapa, and kōhanga reo. There is a legal requirement for no vaping signage on every entrance.
Keep Up With The Law
If you’re a new vaper who doesn’t quite know what the law entails regarding vaping, don’t be afraid to ask. The friendly team at Vapourium will be more than happy to enlighten you on where you can vape, where you can’t vape, and what your favourite suppliers can and can’t do.
What are notified vape products?
A notified product is a vaping product or smokeless tobacco product that complies with the safety requirements under the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Vaping Amendment Act.
When will flavoured e-liquids be banned?
From August 2021, flavoured E-liquids will be banned from general stores which include places like convenience stores, supermarkets, gas stations and other retailers who are not considered a “specialist vape retailer”.
Where Can I Buy Flavoured E-Liquids?
Flavoured E-liquids are available for purchase at specialist vape retailers such as Shosha where the flavoured e-liquids are notified and comply with the safety requirements under the Act. Shosha will continue to have the full flavour range for customers to access despite the banning of flavoured e-liquids being sold in general stores from August 2021. Customers can continue to depend on these flavoured vape juice to remain smoke-free while having confidence that the flavoured e-liquids stocked by us are following safety requirements.
Is there a coloring ban on vaping in 2021?
Prohibitions on colouring substance for E-Liquids. From 11th May 2021, vaping products and smokeless tobacco products that contain colouring substances cannot be sold in New Zealand under s66 (3) of the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Vaping) Amendment Act. E-liquids sold at your specialist vape shop Shosha DO NOT contain any ...
Will sweeteners be banned in E-Liquids?
It is proposed by the Ministry of Health New Zealand in the proposal under Appendix A: product safety requirements that notifiable vaping products (including in vape flavours) must not contain substances such as sugars and sweeteners.
When will vaping be banned in the workplace?
Prohibition on vaping in workplaces. From 11 November 2020, the existing prohibition on smoking inside workplaces is extended to include vaping. This means employers must take all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that no person vapes inside a workplace at any time, unless one of the following exemptions applies: ...
Can an employer allow vaping?
An employer may permit vaping in a vehicle provided by the employer and normally used by employees and volunteers if: the public does not normally have any access to any part of it, and.
Can you vape in a hospital?
Patients and residents (but not employees or visitors) may vape within a dedicated room for vaping located within a hospital care institution, residential disability care institution or rest home if: the room is connected to or equipped with a mechanical ventilation system.
Is vaping legal in 2020?
From 11 November 2020, vaping is prohibited in the following: aircraft carry ing passen gers domestically for hire or reward. passenger service vehicles such as buses, trains, taxis and rideshare services.
When will the Vaping Amendment come into effect?
The Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Vaping Amendment Bill will come into effect in three months' time, in November. It has broadly been welcomed but some fear it is too restrictive and could result in people using vaping as a smoking-cessation tool to turn back to cigarettes. The new law will:
Is White Fox tobacco banned?
And despite efforts from National MP Nicky Wagner, non-tobacco nicotine pouches - like the product White Fox - are now also banned. Wagner drafted a bill to regulate the industry when National was in power but it wasn't picked up by the current government. Advertisement. Advertise with NZME.
Is vaping a wild west?
Public health professor at the University of Otago, Janet Hoek, was pleased the law will see the end of "aggressive and very widespread marketing" of vaping products to young people. She's previously called the vaping industry a "wild west" which was making the most of its lack of regulation.
What is the smoking rate in New Zealand?
The current state of smoking in New Zealand is: 1 11.6% of people smoke daily, that’s 464,000 people 2 smoking and second-hand smoke causes about 5,000 deaths a year 3 up to two-thirds of people who smoke today, and continue to, will eventually be killed by tobacco 4 people who smoke one pack per day spend approximately $12,000 a year.
How long does the vaping act last?
The new Act will be phased in over a period of 15 months following commencement.
How many people die from smoking in New Zealand?
The current state of smoking in New Zealand is: 11.6% of people smoke daily, that’s 464,000 people. smoking and second-hand smoke causes about 5,000 deaths a year. up to two-thirds of people who smoke today, and continue to, will eventually be killed by tobacco.
What should council policy makers consider when quitting smoking?
Council policy makers should consider the needs of communities. Businesses need to think about their employees who are quitting smoking, together with those with sensitivities to vaping.
Is vaping illegal in 2020?
It is an offence to sell nicotine vaping products to young people aged under 18. From 11 November 2020 people cannot vape in legislated smokefree areas. These areas will all be smokefree and vape free. The new legislation provides for safety standards that need to be met before vaping products can be sold.
Does the Ministry of Health monitor vaping?
The Ministry of Health will continue to monitor the evidence on vaping. It will also monitor the number of New Zealanders taking up vaping (both of smokers and young people/non-smokers). The Ministry of Health will continue to provide smokers and the public with clear, evidence-based information about the relative harm of nicotine, ...
Is vaping good for New Zealand?
The Ministry of Health released a statement in October 2017 stating that vaping has the potential to help people quit smoking, and contribute to New Zealand’s Smokefree 2025 goal.