Vaping hub
Find out how we define and regulate vapes in Australia.
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The vaping hub provides up-to-date information on the regulatory changes and how they impact the Australian community, industry and health practitioners.
Reporting non-compliance
We encourage you to report any perceived breach of the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 or questionable practices relating to the importation, manufacture, supply, export or advertising of vapes to the TGA. This includes the supply of vapes by a retailer that is not a pharmacy.
Related information
- Nicotine pouches – can only be imported, supplied and advertised in accordance with the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989, and state/territory law
- Medicinal cannabis – cannabis vapes are subject to separate strict regulations
Latest articles
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Enhanced product standards for therapeutic vapes in 2025
We are introducing strengthened product standards for therapeutic vapes including vaping substances, vaping substance accessories, vaping devices and vaping device accessories. -
Therapeutic vapes available without a prescription following consultation with a pharmacist
Patients 18 years or over can purchase therapeutic vapes from participating pharmacies without a prescription. A consultation with a pharmacist is required, and purchase is subject to certain conditions as well as any state and territory restrictions. -
Therapeutic Goods (Poisons Standard) (Therapeutic Vaping Goods) Labelling Exemption 2024
This instrument is made under section 39 of the current Poisons Standard.
Latest guidance
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This guidance helps sponsors and manufacturers of ‘unapproved’ therapeutic vapes understand quality and safety requirements, under the Therapeutic Goods (Medical Device Standard —Therapeutic Vaping Devices) Amendment Order 2024.
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Guidance on the quality and labelling requirements of Therapeutic Goods Legislation Amendment (Standard for Therapeutic Vaping Goods) (TGO 110) Instrument 2024.
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Guidance on the application of the Therapeutic Goods (Vaping Goods - Possession and Supply) Determination 2024.