Vaping In Spartanburg – Tariffs, Bans and More – There’s no doubt that vaping is under attack. Here is the current situation as things change almost daily.
Vaping In Spartanburg – Tariffs, Bans and More
Updated 09-10-25 Disposable Vapes Under Attack
The immediate worries are tariffs and shipping concerns.
And yes, tariffs are significantly affecting disposable vapes, primarily due to increased duties on products imported from China, where the vast majority of these vapes, the juice inside, and their components are manufactured.
Here’s a breakdown of the situation as of early May 2025:
- Substantial Tariff Hikes: The U.S. has imposed hefty tariffs on Chinese-made vaping products. Reports indicate that cumulative tariffs have reached rates as high as 79%, with some sources even mentioning figures up to 170%. These tariffs apply to all Chinese-made vape devices, including disposable vapes, batteries, and other components.
- Price Increases for Consumers: A direct consequence of these tariffs is a noticeable increase in the retail price of disposable vapes. For example, a vape that previously cost around $20 could now be priced at $35 or more. Businesses along the supply chain, from importers to retailers, are likely to pass most of these additional costs on to consumers.
- Dominance of Chinese Manufacturing: Well over 90% of disposable vapes sold in the U.S. are manufactured in China. And if it weren’t for the efforts of Fifty Bar (made and juiced in the U.S.) it would be 100%. The lack of significant domestic manufacturing alternatives means the market is heavily reliant on these imports, making the impact of the tariffs particularly pronounced.
- Supply Chain and Market Impact: Retailers and distributors are facing higher costs, which could lead to some reducing inventory or even some brands exiting the U.S. market. There are also concerns that significant price hikes could push some consumers towards illicit or black-market vape products.
- Impact Extends to Hemp Derived Vapes: The tariffs also affect vape hardware used for hemp (farm bill) products, leading to similar concerns about increased prices and supply disruptions in that segment of the market.
- Ongoing and Potentially Volatile Situation: The trade policies and tariff rates have been described as volatile, with the potential for further changes. This creates uncertainty for businesses and consumers in the vaping market.
- And we can’t forget the FDA which has been seizing disposable vapes at the ports as “illegal”
The bottom line here is that pricing hikes as well as availability could be major concerns sooner, not later.
South Carolina Vape Ban Update
In 2024 there was a bill introduced in South Carolina to ban vapes. It died in the senate. In 2025, the house expanded it and and sent it to the senate again, but due to numerous amendments, they tabled the bill until January 2026.
Not great news, but it does buy us some time to continue the fight. Speaking of fighting….if you’re not a Noble Vapor customer, ask your favorite shop what they have done to oppose a bill being pushed through by Big Tobacco. We know it’s NOBODY because we were the ONLY upstate South Carolina Vape Shop to actually show up and TESTIFY at the judicial hearings in Columbia S.C.
What Can You Do To Keep Vaping in Spartanburg
Write or call your legislators, write or call your senators, write or call the governor, As a Vaper…MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD.
CASAA (Consumer Advocates for Smoke-free Alternatives Association) is a good resource for finding and emailing your state representatives. Just take a moment and DO SOMETHING to protect yourself from big tobacco lobbyists!!
Another good resource is South Carolina Vapors Association
What Else Can I Do?
The first thing that comes to mind is help make that 10% a 100%
BUY AMERICAN MADE DISPOSABLE VAPES
Key features include:
- 20,000 puff capacity
- 14mL prefilled e-liquid
- 800mAh battery
- Dual parallel mesh coils
- Full HD screen
- USB Type-C charging with passthrough
- Boost Mode for enhanced flavor
This device is made in the USA and powered by Beard Vape Co. eJuice.
The Fifty Bar V2 20K Disposable is a long-lasting vaping device designed for extended use and maximum flavor.
AMERICAN-MADE VAPE represents a major step forward for disposable vapes on its own because virtually every disposable vape on the market today is filled with Chinese-made vape juice. The Chinese e-liquid industry has come a long way, but we believe that there’s still
no way to beat American-made juice. Plus, the operation has undoubtedly created nearly 200 new American jobs.
Additionally, Fifty Bar has also partnered with
Hidden Hills for a new line of flavors.
Another Option
One other option is to make the change to a pod type system. Yes, they too are made in China, but you can fill it with American made juice. and that is what you buy the most of anyways, thereby saving money in the long term (as well as the ability to step down gradually in nicotine as all the disposables are max nicotine).
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106 Parris Bridge Rd
864-308-1115
