California Passes Law to Phase Out Disposable Vapes by 2028

Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 762, a new law requiring California to phase out the sale of disposable vapes by 2028. The legislation specifically targets the lithium-ion batteries sealed inside these devices. Retailers and distributors who violate the law face fines starting at $500 for a first violation.

The law is driven by concerns that exploding vape batteries cause fires in trash trucks, landfills, and recycling facilities, costing local governments and ratepayers an estimated $95 million annually. The mandate creates a significant regulatory shift for vape retailers and distributors in the state.