Poland Proposes Vape Tax Hike: Devices and E-Liquids to Cost More
The Polish Cabinet is scheduled to decide on a Ministry of Finance proposal to raise excise taxes on vaping devices and e-liquids. This initiative aims to reduce the economic accessibility of these products, particularly for young consumers, while closing existing tax loopholes.
Under the proposed amendment to the excise tax act, the tax on vaping hardware—including reusable e-cigarettes, heaters, and component kits—will rise from 40 PLN to 50 PLN. Additionally, the excise tax on e-liquids will increase to 2.20 PLN per milliliter, up from the current 1.80 PLN.
| Product Type | Current Excise Tax | Proposed Excise Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Vaping Devices (Reusable/Heaters) | 40 PLN | 50 PLN |
| E-Liquids (per ml) | 1.80 PLN | 2.20 PLN |
| Disposables (Flat Tax) | 40 PLN | 50 PLN |
The Ministry of Finance also targets market loopholes. The proposal introduces taxes on power and control units (locally termed “doły”), which retailers previously sold tax-free to bypass reusable device regulations. The proposal also increases the flat tax on disposable e-cigarettes from 40 PLN to 50 PLN, aligning tax rates across all device types.
Government officials state that the higher tax rates are designed to curb consumption by making vaping less financially attractive to youth. The draft law also refines legal definitions of electronic cigarettes to ensure uniform taxation across different vaping technologies.
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