France plans to impose new taxes on e-liquids, with the vape industry association warning of unemployment risk

Oct.16
France plans to impose new taxes on e-liquids, with the vape industry association warning of unemployment risk
French government proposes tax on e-liquid, sparking concerns over job losses and increased smuggling and underage sales risks.

Key Points:

 

  1. The French government has proposed in its budget plan to impose a tax of 30 to 50 euro cents on every 10 milliliters of bottled e-liquid products. 
  2. The e-cigarette industry association warned that the tax could threaten 20,000 related jobs.
  3.  Consumers are worried about increased spending, while industry workers fear smuggling and unemployment risks. 
  4. E-cigarette merchants also cautioned that the tax could drive up the risk of online smuggling and underage purchases.

 

2Firsts, October 15, 2025 - According to France Info, the French government has proposed in its budget proposal to impose a tax of 30 to 50 euro cents on every 10 milliliters of bottled e-liquid products.

 

According to the French e-cigarette industry association (Fivape), it is estimated that the new policy will impact 3,500 e-cigarette stores nationwide and 20,000 employees in the industry.

 

The organization stated that France's plans to levy taxes are just a prelude to an overall policy adjustment within the European Union. The European Commission is planning to quadruple this tax amount for member countries by the year 2028.

 

French e-cigarette users believe that this measure increases their personal burden and weakens the appeal of e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation aid. Olivia, a user of e-cigarettes, says she replenishes e-liquid every month, and the government's plan will now cost her nearly 7 euros more each month.

 

E-cigarette retailers, however, warn that increased taxes could lead to a rise in online smuggling and underage purchases.

 

A shop owner stated that social media platforms have become the main channel for young people to purchase disposable e-cigarettes, with a lack of quality regulation.

 

We are trying to encourage people to quit smoking, we refuse to sell to minors, but they can easily purchase unregulated and low-quality products on Snapchat.

 

Image source: France Info

 

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