As of March 1, 2025, further amendments to the product standards in TGO110 have officially come into effect. These changes are part of the ongoing regulatory shift aimed at tightening controls on therapeutic vaping products in Australia. Here’s a breakdown of what’s changed and what you need to know moving forward.
Key Changes Effective March 1, 2025
- Stricter Rules on Product Names
- - Names cannot be attractive to children or adolescents
- - Cannot be associated with food, beverages, confectionery, or cosmetics
- - Must not suggest health benefits or imply the product is safe
- - Cannot promote, exaggerate, or encourage use
- Tighter Packaging & Labeling Requirements
- - Restrictions on label colors and text sizes
- - Clear and standardized warning statements
- - Prohibitions on features like heat-activated inks or time-delayed embellishments
- Ingredient & Nicotine Limits
- - Only approved ingredients can be included in vaping substances
- - Menthol concentration is capped at 20mg/ml
- - Nicotine concentration cannot exceed 50mg/ml
- - Maximum container sizes:
- + Individual vape liquid containers: 60ml max
- + Pods/cartridges (closed system): 5ml max
What Happens Next?
From March 1, 2025, only vaping products that meet these updated standards can be imported into Australia. However, retailers and suppliers within Australia have until July 1, 2025, to ensure all stocked products comply with the new regulations.
Why Does This Matter?
These updates mark another major shift in Australia’s vaping landscape. If you're using therapeutic vaping as part of your quit journey, it's crucial to stay informed and ensure your prescriptions and supplies meet the latest requirements.
At Quit Hero, we’re committed to helping you navigate these changes. If you have any questions about how these updates affect your prescriptions or product options, reach out to our team today!
References:
https://www.tga.gov.au/products/unapproved-therapeutic-goods/vaping-hub
https://www.tga.gov.au/news/media-releases/enhanced-product-standards-therapeutic-vapes-2025
