From 1st of June 2025, all sales of single-use disposable vapes will be prohibited in the UK. 

With less than 60 days left before implementation, various trading standards across the country are advising retailers to take immediate action by stopping the purchase of single-use vapes and selling any remaining stocks by June.

Changing Product Development

IVG has made a significant change in its product development. On March 1st, 2025, we announced that we had ceased supplying disposable vapes nearly 90 days ahead of the ban.

IVG have expressed our full support for the upcoming legislation. According to RDP data, disposable products are stocked in approximately 45,000 retailers, including major supermarket giants Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Asda, Shell, BP, WHSmith, Nisa, Euro Garages and many more stores.

Steps Towards a Sustainable Future

This action by IVG aims to address two key issues: minimising the environmental impact of disposable vapes and supporting the Trading Standards Initiative to tackle the current disposable vape issue.

IVG has commended the government’s initiative as a significant stride towards sustainability and responsible industry practices. Recognising the need for proactive change.

Within the next 60 days, IVG disposable products will be phased out and replaced with rechargeable, refillable, and reusable alternatives across all UK stores.

The brand aims to become the first among the UK’s top vape brands (IVG, SKE Crystal, and ELF) to go completely disposable-free.

Jacqueline Hoctor, Commercial Director at IVG, shared the company’s perspective: “We are committed to supporting this regulation to ensure our products are used safely and responsibly, paving the way for a more sustainable future.

The disposable vape ban is a crucial step in fostering industry accountability, and we wholeheartedly welcome it.

We have been working closely with trading standards and regulatory bodies for the last 18 months to implement strict processes for this single-use disposable vape ban”.

What is a Disposable Vape?

A disposable vape is a single-use, pre-filled electronic cigarette designed for convenience. They have built-in batteries, heating devices and E-Liquid cartridges. Once the liquid or battery is drained, the entire device becomes discarded, making it a one-time-use product.

Which Vape Products Will be Available After the Ban?

For the last 18-24 months, all major vape companies, including IVG, Blu, ELF and Lost Mary, have been preparing for this product changeover and have introduced alternatives that are rechargeable, refillable and reusable to ensure a smooth transition for adult vapers.

About IVG: IVG is an award-winning British brand and manufacturer in the vaping industry since 2016, committed to delivering an exceptional vaping experience for the adult smoker through innovation. With a strong focus on quality, sustainability, and regulatory compliance, IVG continues to shape the future of vaping in the UK and global markets.

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