How to spot a fake vape as over a million illicit products seized

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In the UK we use ‘substance’ Check for nicotine content: the product must indicate the nicotine content and delivery per dose the maximum e-liquid capacity is 2ml the maximum nicotine strength is 20mg Check the manufacturers details: the vape packaging must contain the manufacturer or importer name and contact details the manufacturer or importer must be registered on the MHRA website The Tobacco and Vapes Bill Health minister Andrew Gwynne said the NTS report shows “just how many illegal and harmful vapes are on our streets, putting consumers and children at risk”. “The Tobacco and Vapes Bill will strengthen enforcement activity, allowing trading standards to take swifter action to enforce the law, including on non-compliant products, and closing loopholes.” open image in gallery The Tobacco and Vapes Bill will be introduced in the House of Commons on Tuesday The legislation includes a total ban on vape advertising and sponsorship, including displays seen by children and young people such as on buses, in cinemas and in shop windows, bringing them in line with current tobacco restrictions. “Trading standards has seized nearly 1.2 million illegal vapes and more than £26 million worth of illicit tobacco so far. “But the reality is further action is necessary to remove more illegal, and in many cases dangerous, products from sale.” The Tobacco and Vapes Bill also includes powers to introduce a licensing scheme for retailers to sell tobacco, vape and nicotine products in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.