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California Shopping and consumer rights

Vapes disguised as candy or school supplies, or with built-in games, are banned

Vape products may not be sold or marketed looking like food, school supplies or clothing to hide them from adults, or with built-in video games. Fines reach $50,000 per violation for distributors. Schools can also send confiscated vapes for hazardous waste disposal more easily.

Who it affects

Vape makers, distributors, tobacco retailers and schools

When

This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.

Official text

California AB 2667: Vape products: household hazardous waste: advertising.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.

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