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TGA fines Bundaberg retailer for unlawful vapes

  • Written by Departmetn of Health

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has taken further action to combat the unlawful sale of vapes in Queensland, issuing an infringement notice totalling $18,780 to a retailer for the unlawful possession of a commercial quantity of vaping goods at their store in Bundaberg.

Over 350 vapes were located and seized at the store on 1 August 2024 when TGA officers executed a warrant, as part of a joint enforcement operation with Queensland Health.

This operation underscores the commitment of both the TGA and Queensland Health to ensuring compliance with the Therapeutic Goods and Other Legislation Amendment (Vaping Reforms) Act 2024, which prohibits retailers such as tobacconists and convenience stores from selling any type of vape. Only Australian pharmacies are permitted to supply vapes.

"The unlawful possession and sale of vaping products endangers public health and undermines our efforts to regulate vaping goods in accordance with the legislation that passed on 1 July 2024," said Professor Anthony Lawler, Head of the TGA and Chief Medical Officer. "The TGA continues to work with state and territory partners to remove illicit vaping goods from the market and will take action against those entities found to not be complying, including retailers."

This legislation establishes 2 lawful pathways for accessing therapeutic vapes- directly from a pharmacist, or via a pharmacist with a prescription. Patients aged 18 years and older may purchase certain therapeutic vapes from participating pharmacies without a prescription, depending on state and territory regulations.

Since 1 July 2024, enforcement officers have been visiting retail stores across various states and territories to educate and issue warnings about unlawful advertising, supply, and commercial possession of vaping goods, with informational materials being disseminated widely.

This domestic initiative complements ongoing activities at the border, where over 6.5 million vaping goods, valued at more than $195.5 million, have been seized by the Australian Border Force and TGA combined since 1 January 2024. Further joint enforcement operations are planned across the states and territories.

The TGA encourages anyone with information about the unlawful sale of vaping products to report it to the TGA. To learn more about the regulations surrounding vaping goods, visit our Vaping Hub.

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