Colombia Considers New “Contaminant” Tax on Vapes

Petro Government Explores “Contaminating Agent” Levy as Part of Fiscal Revenue Plan

The Colombian Ministry of Hacienda (Finance) is exploring the possibility of introducing new taxes on vaping products (e-cigarettes), potentially classifying them as “contaminating agents” to bolster national fiscal revenue. This initiative is part of a broader roadmap unveiled by Finance Minister Germán Ávila, aimed at increasing the country’s income, which will require in-depth study to establish collection mechanisms.

While taxes on e-cigarettes for consumption or health contributions have been previously discussed or implemented, this new proposal seeks to specifically target vapes due to their environmental impact. Past legislative projects and tax reforms in Colombia have considered adjusting the VAT (Value Added Tax) for these electronic devices up to 20%. Currently, under the tax statute, e-liquids used in vapes are already subject to VAT, and restrictions are in place to ensure sales are only to adults.

The consideration of new vape taxes in Colombia aligns with trends in other economies which have implemented various taxation models for these products. Examples include:

• Spain: Applies a tax of €0.20 per milliliter to vape liquids. > Spain’s New Vape Tax 2025
• United States: Approximately 32 states and the District of Columbia apply taxes to vaping products, with varying structures. > Vaping Taxes by State in the United States
• Bulgaria: Has an implemented tax of 0.18 BGN per milliliter.
• United Kingdom: Is set to introduce a tax on vaping liquids starting in 2026.
• Ireland: Plans to apply a tax of €0.50 per milliliter to vaping liquids.

The Colombian government estimates that new taxes on vapes, along with other proposed fiscal changes, could add up to $8 trillion COP to national revenue.stimates that new taxes on vapes, along with other proposed fiscal changes, could add up to $8 trillion COP to national revenue.

• News source: Petro puso el ojo en colombianos que consumen vapeadores y tomó (dura) decisión

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