Does AB 762 ban all vapes?
No. The bill only targets disposable, battery-embedded nicotine vaping devices. Refillable pod systems, tank-based devices, and rechargeable devices with replaceable pods remain legal.
When would the ban take effect?
Manufacture and import would be prohibited starting January 1, 2027. Retail sales and distribution would become illegal on January 1, 2028.
Does the ban include cannabis/THC vapes?
No. Cannabis vaping products are explicitly excluded from the bill's scope.
Can I still buy disposables online and have them shipped to California?
After January 1, 2028, distributing or offering disposable vapes for sale in California would be illegal, which would include online sales to California addresses.
What if I already own disposables when the ban takes effect?
The bill does not criminalize possession. It targets manufacture, import, sale, and distribution. You would not be penalized for using disposables you already purchased before the ban.
Has Newsom signed the bill yet?
As of September 9, 2026, the bill has been enrolled and is awaiting the Governor's action. He has 12 days from enrollment to sign or veto. We will update this page as soon as a decision is announced.
Will this affect prices of refillable systems?
Increased demand for refillable devices and e-liquid in California's large market could drive up prices in the short term, though competition among manufacturers may stabilize prices over time.
What about other states — will they follow California?
States with existing flavored tobacco restrictions (NY, MA, NJ, RI) are the most likely candidates for similar disposable-specific bans. The environmental framing of AB 762 may also appeal to states that haven't passed flavor bans.
We Want to Hear From You
Are you a California vaper affected by this bill? A retailer planning for the transition? A manufacturer assessing your product portfolio? Share your perspective:
- Will you switch to a refillable system if disposables are banned? Why or why not?
- For retailers: How much of your current revenue comes from disposable vape sales?
- Do you think the environmental framing (battery waste) is the right approach, or should this be a health regulation?
- Will this ban actually work, or will a black market emerge like in the UK?
Do you support California's disposable vape ban?
- Yes, it's overdue
- No, it limits adult access
- Only if enforcement is strict
- Not sure yet
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