No products in the cart.
Vape News
Can I vape at 16 in the uk?
It’s a common question I hear all the time: can I vape at 16 in the UK? After all, vaping seems to be everywhere these days, and it’s not just adults participating. Many young people have taken up the habit, and it’s understandable why they might be curious.
The short answer to the question is no, you cannot vape at 16 in the UK. The legal age for vaping is 18, and this applies in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. You must be 18 or older to purchase any kind of vape products, including vape pens, e-cigarettes, and vape juice.
According to the Tobacco Products Directive (TPD), it is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to purchase or possess any type of nicotine product including e-cigarettes. It’s also illegal for anyone over 18 to purchase these products on behalf of someone under 18. So no matter what your age is, you must never buy nicotine products for anyone else!
Now that we have that out of the way, let’s discuss some other important points about vaping at 16 or younger in the UK:
- Vaping devices must not be visible or accessible by someone under 18
- Vape pens cannot contain more than 2ml of liquid
- Nicotine strength should not exceed 20mg/ml
- All vapes must be registered with an approved manufacturer before they can be sold legally
- Advertising materials should not target people aged under 18
But why is the legal age for vaping set so high? Vaping is considered a less harmful alternative to smoking, so why is it treated so differently?
The answer lies in the fact that vaping still carries some risks. While it’s true that vaping is not as harmful as smoking, there are still some health risks associated with it. The long-term effects of vaping are not yet known, and there is still a lot of research that needs to be done.
In addition, vaping is very addictive. Nicotine is one of the main ingredients in vape juice, and it is highly addictive. This means that young people who start vaping are more likely to become addicted and continue vaping into adulthood.
Finally, there is a concern that vaping can act as a gateway to smoking. Many young people who start vaping may eventually move on to smoking cigarettes, which are much more dangerous.
So, while it may be tempting to start vaping at 16, it’s important to remember that it’s illegal. Not only that, but it’s also not worth the risk to your health. If you’re curious about vaping, talk to an adult you trust and get the facts before making any decisions.