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Nicotine and vape in North Carolina This jurisdiction's information has not been approved through LegalStates.org's normal review process. We believe it reflects the most up-to-date information available, but it has not been confirmed by a LegalStates.org administrator.This jurisdiction's information has not been approved through LegalStates.org's normal review process. We believe it reflects the most up-to-date information available, but it has not been confirmed by a LegalStates.org administrator.

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Legal with restrictions

Federal law bars North Carolina retailers from selling e-cigarettes to people under 21, while state law still states an 18-year floor. State vapor licensing applies, only nicotine vapor/consumable products listed in the Department of Revenue directory may be sold at retail, and nicotine consumable vapor is taxed at $0.05 per milliliter.

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Legal with restrictions

Federal law bars North Carolina retailers from selling e-cigarettes to people under 21, while state law still states an 18-year floor. State vapor licensing applies, only nicotine vapor/consumable products listed in the Department of Revenue directory may be sold at retail, and nicotine consumable vapor is taxed at $0.05 per milliliter.

Effective from
2026-08-22T00:00:00.000Z
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