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E-Cigarette Liquid (Vape Juice) → United States

Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2026-07-25

RESTRICTED

E-Cigarette Liquid (Vape Juice) may require documentation or declaration

Details

E-liquid is subject to the same country-level restrictions as vaping devices. Countries that ban vaping products (Thailand, Singapore, India, Australia for non-prescription nicotine, etc.) also prohibit e-liquids. The EU limits nicotine concentration. Enforcement in United States carries fines from USD 300 to USD 10,000 under 19 USC § 1497 (failure to declare); 19 USC § 1592 (fraudulent entry) (typical personal cases are handled as civil infringements).

Documentation required

Documentation may be required

Leaving with this item

Personal e-liquid may be taken out of United States freely; many destinations ban or restrict it, and nicotine-liquid rules vary.

IATA dangerous goods

E-Cigarette Liquid (Vape Juice) is classified under Class 3 — Flammable liquids. Cabin and checked-baggage limits apply on top of customs rules.

Practical advice

Carry in carry-on with 100ml liquid limit per container. Declare commercial quantities; some destinations require destination certification.

Customs authority

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) · https://www.cbp.gov