{"id":31470,"date":"2026-09-22T09:11:51","date_gmt":"2026-09-22T08:11:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/blog\/?p=31470"},"modified":"2026-09-22T09:11:53","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T08:11:53","slug":"how-vpd-affects-big-puff-vapes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/blog\/how-vpd-affects-big-puff-vapes\/","title":{"rendered":"How The VPD Affects Big Puff Vapes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Big puff vapes have become one of the fastest growing categories in the UK vape market. Offering more puffs than disposable vapes, with reusable batteries and prefilled pods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, with the Vaping Products Duty (VPD) coming into force on 1st October 2026, the question is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Will big puff vapes become more expensive?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The simple answer is yes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like any vape product containing e-liquid, big puff devices will fall in the scope of the UK&#8217;s VPD. The amount of duty applied does not apply based on puff count however.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, HMRC calculates VPD according to the <strong>total volume of vape liquid supplied with the product<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means two kits advertising the same puff counts could have different amounts of duty, if the liquid they contain differs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we explain how VPD applies to big puff vapes, why larger capacity devices attract more duty, and what the changes mean for some of the UK&#8217;s most popular vape kits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Big Puff Vapes?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Big puff vapes are reusable vape devices designed to give significantly more puffs than disposable vapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead of throwing away the whole thing after use, most big puffs combine:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#c1d3c4\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A rechargeable battery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One or more prefilled pods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A refill container to supply extra liquid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automatic or manual refilling systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because of the larger liquid capacity, many big puff kits can give anywhere from 8,000 to 30,000 puffs, depending on the product and user vaping habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Popular examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#c1d3c4\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hayati Pro Ultra Plus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hayati Pro Max Plus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SKE Bar 15K<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hyola Ultra 30K<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Titan Pro 15K<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IVG Pro 12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PIXL 8000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hyola Pro Max 8000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These products have become very popular since the UK&#8217;s disposable vape ban, offering vapers a convenient reusable alternative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Does VPD Apply To Big Puff Vapes?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite what you may think, VPD will not tax big puff vapes based on advertised puff count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This isn&#8217;t how the legislation works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HMRC doesn&#8217;t calculate duty based on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#c1d3c4;flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>8,000 puffs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15,000 puffs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>25,000 puffs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>30,000 puffs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead the duty is charged on the <strong>total amount of liquid supplied with the product<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The amount of VPD depends on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#c1d3c4\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The liquid inside the pod.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any refill container included with the device.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The combined amount of e-liquid supplied to the consumer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The advertised puff count is simply an estimate of how long the product may last. It has no bearing on the amount of tax applied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do Some Big Puff Vapes Have More Duty?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This boils down to one thing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Liquid Capacity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HMRC has confirmed that Vaping Products Duty is charged at:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u00a32.20 per 10ml of vape liquid (ex VAT).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In other words, this equates to \u00a30.22p per millilitre. As a result:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#c1d3c4\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Products containing 12ml of e-liquid have less duty than products containing 20ml.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Products with 20ml have less duty than products containing 22ml.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two kits with identical liquid capacity have the same duty, even if one advertises more puffs than the other.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This creates a consistent taxation system across all compliant vaping products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Big Puff Vape Examples<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To see how this works in practise, let&#8217;s look at some of the most popular big puff kits available from The Electronic Cigarette Company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hayati Pro Ultra Plus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Hayati Pro Ultra Plus is one of the UK&#8217;s leading big puff vape kits, offering an impressive rechargeable battery and high capacity prefilled pods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because it is supplied with 22ml of vaping liquid, it falls into a higher VPD bracket than smaller capacity kits. This doesn&#8217;t mean Hayati products are taxed differently from other brands. The amount of duty simply reflects the total amount of liquid supplied with the kit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Hayati Pro Ultra Plus remains one of the most convenient disposable alternatives despite the introduction of VPD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hayati Pro Max Plus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Hayati Pro Max Plus delivers thousands of puffs before replacement is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like the Pro Ultra Plus, the total amount of e-liquid supplied determines the VPD payable, not the flavour, nicotine strength or advertised puff count. At 12ml, the Pro Max Plus will be subject to less VPD than its counterpart, as it has 10ml less liquid supplied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is important to note because many consumers have mistakenly assumed that products advertised with higher puff counts automatically mean more tax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SKE Bar 15K<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The SKE Bar 15K is another excellent example of why liquid capacity matters more than puff count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With 12ml of vape liquid, the SKE Bar 15K will have the same amount of VPD as the Hayati Pro Max Plus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is despite the device being marketed as 15,000 puffs vs the 8,000 in the Pro Max Plus. HMRC only assesses VPD using the amount of e-liquid supplied with the product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hyola Ultra 30K<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite its impressive 30,000 advertised puff count, the Hyola Ultra 30K VPD calculation follows exactly the same principle as every other compliant vaping product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tax is based entirely on the total amount of vaping liquid supplied with the device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For customers comparing products, this means looking at liquid capacity is far more useful than comparing puff counts when trying to understand how the new vape tax will affect pricing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Big Puff Vape Pricing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help visualise what prices could look like, we have useful table below to help you see the impact VPD will have on the most popular big puff vape kits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-background has-fixed-layout\" style=\"background-color:#c1d3c4\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Product<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>E-liquid Supplied<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>VPD + VAT<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Total Cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/hayati-pro-ultra-plus-25000\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hayati Pro Ultra Plus<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">22ml<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a35.81<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a316.80<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/hayati-pro-max-plus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hayati Pro Max Plus<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">12ml<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a33.17<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a311.16<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/ske-bar-15k\">SKE Bar <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/ske-bar-15k\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/ske-bar-15k\">5K<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">12ml<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a33.17<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a311.16<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/hyola-ultra-30k\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hyola Ultra 30K<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">20ml<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a35.28<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a314.27<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/hyola-pro-max-8000-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hyola Pro Max 8000<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">10ml<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a32.64<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a310.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/titan-pro-15k\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Titan Pro 15K<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">12ml<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a33.17<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a310.16<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/pixl-8000\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PIXL 8000<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">12ml<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a33.17<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a311.16<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/ivg-pro-12\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IVG Pro 12<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">12ml<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a33.17<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a314.12<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Prices correct at time of writing. Final cost may vary.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you can see, the duty price is based purely on the <strong>volume of liquid supplied<\/strong>. The more liquid there is, the more you pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Will Big Puff Vapes Still Be Worth Buying?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For most people, the answer is yes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While Vaping Products Duty (VPD) will increase the cost of kits with a larger amount of e-liquid, big puff vapes continue to offer several important advantages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#c1d3c4\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Longer lasting performance before replacing pods.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rechargeable batteries that reduce waste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower environmental impact than disposables.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A wide choice of flavours and nicotine strengths.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A simple, user-friendly alternative for anyone moving away from cigarettes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s also important to remember that the Government has introduced VPD alongside increases in tobacco duty, with the stated aim of maintaining a financial incentive for smokers to switch to vaping rather than continue smoking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although prices will rise, vaping is expected to remain a considerably less expensive option than smoking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Should Vapers Do Before October 2026?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With VPD approaching, there are a few steps every vaper can take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#c1d3c4\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Following official HMRC guidance as new information is published.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Purchasing products from reputable UK vape retailers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understanding how VPD is calculated so you know what affects pricing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Looking beyond puff count and comparing products based on their total e-liquid capacity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keeping up to date with changes through trusted vaping resources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being informed is the best way to avoid confusion as the new legislation comes into force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is The Electronic Cigarette Company Prepared?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Absolutely yes, we&#8217;ve been preparing for Vaping Products Duty well ahead of its implementation. In fact, we&#8217;re confident that when VPD arrives, we will be better prepared than most vape retailers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;re committed to providing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#c1d3c4;flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fully compliant vaping products from trusted brands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Honest, evidence-based guidance on VPD.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Competitive pricing wherever possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regular updates as new information is published.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One of the UK&#8217;s most comprehensive Vape Duty Guide Centres, covering everything from e-liquids and refill pods to big puff vape kits, duty stamps and wider vaping regulations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you&#8217;re new to vaping or an existing customer, our aim is to help you understand the changes with clear, reliable information, not speculation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ&#8217;s<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784903763414\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Will big puff vapes be affected by the vape tax?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. From 1st October 2026, big puff vape kits supplied with vape liquid will be subject to Vaping Products Duty (VPD).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784903770311\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does puff count affect how much tax is charged?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. HMRC calculates VPD using the total amount of e-liquid supplied, not the advertised puff count.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784903771271\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why do some big puff vapes cost more after VPD?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Products supplied with more e-liquid have more VPD applied because the tax is based on liquid volume. This is why a 20ml or 22ml kit has more duty than a 12ml device.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784903771751\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are reusable big puff vapes still better than disposables?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Big puff devices offer rechargeable batteries, replaceable pods and far less waste than single use vapes. They are also more cost effective long term.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784903772342\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Where can I learn more about the UK&#8217;s vape tax?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Visit The Electronic Cigarette Company&#8217;s Vape Duty Guide Hub, where you&#8217;ll find expert guides covering:<br><br>&#8211; What Vaping Products Duty is.<br>&#8211; E-liquid price increases.<br>&#8211; How VPD affects refill pods and big puff vapes.<br>&#8211; UK vaping regulations.<br>&#8211; Duty stamps.<br>&#8211; Government policy and implementation timelines.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4fc3f8e1 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(1). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/introduction-of-vaping-products-duty-from-1-october-2026\/introduction-of-vaping-products-duty-from-1-october-2026\">HM Revenue &amp; Customs<\/a> \u2013 Introduction of Vaping Products Duty from 1 October 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(2). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/preparing-for-vaping-products-duty-and-the-vaping-duty-stamps-scheme\/prepare-for-vaping-products-duty-and-the-vaping-duty-stamps-scheme\">HM Revenue &amp; Customs<\/a> \u2013 Preparing for Vaping Products Duty and the Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(3). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/consultations\/vaping-products-duty-consultation\">HM Treasury<\/a> \u2013 Vaping Products Duty Consultation and Government Response<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(4). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/live-well\/quit-smoking\/using-e-cigarettes-to-stop-smoking\/\">NHS<\/a> \u2013 Using E-cigarettes to Stop Smoking<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:22px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-author\"><div class=\"wp-block-post-author__avatar\"><img alt='' src='https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/13bd8fb752c1cbb223a873b632f29f5288197e7a1f26d15bfad0ea3a6ce06d7f?s=96&#038;d=mm&#038;r=g' srcset='https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/13bd8fb752c1cbb223a873b632f29f5288197e7a1f26d15bfad0ea3a6ce06d7f?s=192&#038;d=mm&#038;r=g 2x' class='avatar avatar-96 photo' height='96' width='96' \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-post-author__content\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-author__byline\">Written by<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-author__name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theelectroniccigarette.co.uk\/blog\/author\/rick\/\" target=\"_blank\">Richard Fleetwood<\/a><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-author__bio\">Richard joined the business in 2014. 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