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The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has seized more than 5,000 vapes, 7,000 nicotine pouches and other products across two locations in Sydney’s western suburb of Penrith.

The TGA and cooperating agencies have seized a large volume of alleged illicit vapes, tobacco and other substances in coordinated operations across Australia.

We have issued infringement notices totalling $37,560 for the alleged unlawful possession of a commercial quantity of vaping goods.

In a significant move against the illicit vaping market, the TGA has played a vital role in joint enforcement activity with Victoria Police, resulting in the seizure of 200,000 vapes, worth more than $8 million

TGA has taken further action to combat the unlawful sale of vapes in Queensland, issuing an infringement notice to a retailer for the unlawful possession of a commercial quantity of vaping goods

The TGA worked alongside Victoria Police officers as part of an ongoing investigation targeting a significant crime syndicate involved in the illicit tobacco market.

Following our Essential Principles presentations on 11-12 September 2024, we have collated questions asked into themes to simplify finding information of relevance to you.

We are introducing strengthened product standards for therapeutic vapes including vaping substances, vaping substance accessories, vaping devices and vaping device accessories.

Patients 18 years or over can purchase therapeutic vapes from participating pharmacies without a prescription. A consultation with a pharmacist is required, and purchase is subject to certain conditions as well as any state and territory restrictions.

A two-day joint enforcement operation has led to the seizure of more than 10,000 nicotine pouches and hundreds of illicit vaping goods.

The Scheme allows businesses to surrender certain quantities of vaping goods that were lawful prior to 1 July 2024. Notify us before September 2024 to participate.

The Bill is part of reforms to prevent and reduce the use of vapes in Australia, unless clinically appropriate for stopping smoking or the management of nicotine dependence.  

The Minister for Health and Aged Care, the Hon Mark Butler MP, introduced a bill that aims to reduce the widespread availability of vapes by controlling all levels of the supply chain.

The TGA has issued 2 infringement notices totalling $37,560 to Queensland-based company Akula Foods Pty Ltd for the alleged unlawful import of unregistered complementary medicines

The Australian Border Force (ABF) and partners have seized more than five and a half million cigarette sticks and prevented hundreds of thousands of prohibited vapes and drug items from reaching the streets of Sydney.

The TGA has issued 18 infringement notices totalling $157,752 to Kilpatrick & Douglas Pty Ltd and two directors, for the alleged unlawful advertising of nicotine vapes

From 1 January 2024, the importation of disposable vapes will be prohibited, subject to very limited exceptions. Read more about the first stage of Australia’s vaping reforms.

The changes will help address the significant public health issues caused by vaping in Australia, while keeping legitimate patient access to therapeutic vapes.

The TGA has issued 38 infringement notices totalling $588,840 to four Sydney-based entities for allegedly importing 22 consignments containing a total of 379,600 nicotine vaping products.

The TGA has issued 5 infringement notices to Affinity Corp Australia Pty Ltd for the alleged unlawful advertising of medicinal cannabis products.

The TGA has issued nine infringement notices to three companies and two associated individuals for the alleged unlawful importation of nicotine vaping products.

The TGA is seeking public comment on potential reforms to the regulation of nicotine vaping products in Australia.

The TGA has issued an infringement notice of $2,664 to a NSW-based medical practitioner for alleged unlawful advertising of nicotine vaping products in a social media post.

Direction and infringement notices given to MDNE Enterprises Pty Ltd for alleged unlawful advertising of nicotine vaping products

JSHealth Vitamins Pty Ltd fined for alleged unlawful advertising