Disposable vapes are set to be banned in the UK from June 1st under new laws aimed at reducing waste and cutting youth vaping rates. This ban is part of a broader effort to encourage users to switch to rechargeable devices, which must meet specific criteria to remain legal after the ban takes effect:
- Must have a rechargeable battery
- Must have a replaceable coil
- Must be refillable
User Preferences
Despite the upcoming ban, around 30% of users prefer disposable e-cigarettes due to their ease of use compared to rechargeable options.
Stockpiling Ahead of the Ban
Cara Hallinan, 25, has been purchasing boxes of disposable vapes from her local discount store in anticipation of the ban. She currently has about 40 vapes, which she believes will last her a few weeks. "I want to stockpile enough so I can get me through the summer," she stated.
Surge in Sales
Haypp’s scientific director, Dr. Marina Murphy, reported that daily sales of disposable vapes were regularly surpassing even their Black Friday peaks prior to the recent surge. Dan Marchant, who runs a vape shop in London’s Camden Market, confirmed, “We’ve had an increase in sales.”
Concerns About Quitting
Baroness Claire Fox expressed concern for those who may struggle to quit smoking once disposable vapes are banned. She credits strawberry and banana-flavored disposable vaporisers with helping her quit smoking after decades of chain-smoking cigarettes.
Environmental Impact
According to data published by Public Health England (PHE) last autumn, approximately five million discarded vape pens are left littered across Britain each year. This amount is roughly equivalent to half an Olympic-sized swimming pool full every day. Alarmingly, nearly three-quarters (72%) of people believed these items posed no threat, despite the significant harm they can cause if ingested or crushed.
Health Risks
The PHE also found that nearly two-thirds (63%) of respondents believed that discarded e-cigarettes did not pose any risk. However, these devices contain toxic chemicals such as formaldehyde and acrolein when burnt or crushed. These chemicals have been linked to various health problems, including:
- Cancerous tumors
- Respiratory diseases, such as asthma attacks
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
These health issues arise primarily due to the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released when heated, which can cause inflammation and long-term damage to the lungs.
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