While the vape category continues evolving, it remains popular with legal-age adult users seeking an alternative to traditional tobacco. Understanding the vape consumer presents opportunities for convenience stores to drive sales through strategic cross-promotions.

Vape products have faced increased FDA scrutiny in recent years regarding flavors and marketing practices. However, the category persists with loyal users aged 18+ who enjoy vapes like e-cigarettes as a substitute for cigarettes. Read more

The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control (ATC) has published its new V.A.P.E. Directory, an official registry of approved vape and alternative nicotine products permitted for sale in the state. Popular disposable brands like Elf Bar are absent from the list, effectively banning their retail sale in Louisiana. Read more

Concerns Grow Over Teen Vaping Rates, But Approaches Vary Across Canada

Ontario recently announced plans to impose a new provincial tax on vaping products, joining a federal taxation scheme aimed at addressing rapidly rising rates of vaping among Canadian youth. While several provinces have already implemented taxes on vapes, approaches remain inconsistent nationwide. Experts call Ontario’s move an important first step, but say more comprehensive strategies are needed to tackle this pressing public health issue.

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The vaping landscape continues to shift, with disposable e-cigarettes claiming a growing share of the market according to recent industry analysis. These convenient, affordable devices now account for close to 40% of vape sales globally. This article will explore the disposable vaping boom, including key trends, product variations, and implications for the wider industry. Read more

At one point valued at an astonishing $38 billion, e-cigarette maker Juul seemed destined to transform the nicotine industry. But in one of the most stunning falls from grace in recent memory, the company now faces thousands of lawsuits and a decimated reputation.

Netflix’s new four-part documentary series Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of Juul chronicles the company’s meteoric ascent, followed by an equally rapid demise. Through extensive research and insider accounts, it constructs a cautionary tale of innovation without foresight. Read more