Arkansas Enforces Banning Unapproved Vapes from Nov. 1

A new law in Arkansas, Act 590, is now being enforced as of November 1st, making it illegal for retailers to sell vaping products that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This legislation has created a regulated state directory of manufacturers and products that are permitted for sale, significantly limiting the variety of vapes available to consumers.

Currently, the approved list contains only 12 manufacturers and 140 different products. All other vape products must be removed from store shelves. Retailers will have a 120-day grace period to sell off any products that are subsequently removed from the state’s continuously updated directory. The law also bans the advertising of vapes to minors, prohibiting branding that features cartoons, superheroes, or other youth-appealing themes, and prohibits vaping in schools, healthcare facilities, and childcare centers.

Scott Hardin with the Department of Finance and Administration acknowledged that some businesses may struggle due to the restrictions but emphasized the law’s public health objective. “Ultimately, it’s good for Arkansans, because you really are taking a gamble if you’re using these vapes and just assuming that what’s in it is actually what’s in it,” Hardin stated. This new regulation follows a ban on Delta-8 vapes in Arkansas earlier this year.

• Read more: FDA Authorized E-Cigarette List: What’s Really Included?
• There are 12 manufacturers on this list and 140 different products. Read the list here.

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