From the historic charm of Charleston to the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, driving in the Palmetto State comes with its own set of rules. While the state does not have a law that explicitly prohibits vaping while driving, the practice falls into a legal gray area governed by broader road safety and distracted driving laws. This guide provides an in-depth look at South Carolina’s regulations as of mid-2025, unpacking the laws, the hidden risks, and what every driver needs to know.
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From the historic streets of Charleston to the vibrant Grand Strand, South Carolina has developed a unique and evolving regulatory landscape for vaping products. As of 2025, with new legislation like Senate Bill 287 under consideration, the rules governing e-cigarettes, vape pens, and e-liquids are in a state of transition. This guide provides an in-depth look at South Carolina’s current vaping laws, unpacking the details of what’s legal, what’s changing, and what consumers, retailers, and manufacturers need to know to ensure compliance in the Palmetto State.
Read moreAs new forms of tobacco products enter the market, South Carolina lawmakers are grappling with how to tax them appropriately. A recent bill proposes creating a three-tiered system for taxing tobacco products, with heated tobacco falling into a category taxed at less than half the rate of traditional cigarettes.
Read moreSouth Carolina senators are once again attempting to tackle the issue of children’s access to illegal vapes by proposing a bill that would create a registry of vapes and e-cigarettes approved for sale in the state. The bill, which was sent to the Senate floor on Thursday, would base the registry on products that have received approval or are pending approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Read moreSouth Carolina lawmakers have introduced a bill that would regulate vape products sold within the state, requiring all items to be registered in a state-approved directory. The proposed legislation aims to enhance consumer safety by ensuring that only FDA-authorized products meeting specific labeling and packaging standards, and avoiding banned substances, are available for purchase.
Read moreSouth Carolina lawmakers are once again pushing for stricter regulation of vaping products in the state. A new bill, similar to one that passed the Senate unanimously in 2023(H.3681) but stalled in the House, would introduce significant changes to how electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), commonly known as vapes, are sold and marketed.
Read moreSouth Carolina legislators continue pushing a bill to restrict vape shop inventory to solely FDA-authorized items. By creating a registry prohibiting unlisted products, supporters aim to curb teen usage. But vocal industry opposition argues the restrictive approach could backfire. Read more