#2026/338The Vaping Duty Stamps (Requirements, Reviews and Appeals) Regulations 2026
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These regulations introduce mandatory duty stamps for all vaping products in the United Kingdom starting 1 April 2026. They set out the technical and procedural requirements for applying stamps to vaping liquids and devices, along with rules for amending existing Finance Act 1994 regulations. The rules also establish formal processes for reviews and appeals against decisions made by HMRC regarding stamping compliance. The measure forms part of the new excise duty regime on vaping products introduced by the Finance Act 2026.
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Key Changes
- Mandatory duty stamps required on all vaping products from 1 April 2026
- Regulations made under section 45 of the Taxation (Cross-border Trade) Act 2018 and section 119 of the Finance Act 2026
- Formal review and appeals process established for HMRC stamping decisions
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What this law requires
Apply mandatory duty stamps to all vaping products (vaping liquids and devices) in compliance with technical and procedural requirements specified in the regulations
Ensure all vaping products are stamped before or at the point of sale, with stamping requirements taking effect on 1 April 2026
Comply with amendments to Finance Act 1994 regulations as specified in Section 3 of these regulations regarding vaping product duty stamp requirements
Submit to HMRC reviews and comply with HMRC decisions regarding stamping compliance as established by the formal review processes outlined in these regulations
Exercise the right to appeal HMRC decisions regarding stamping compliance through the formal appeals process established in these regulations