If you’ve noticed vaping products getting a little more expensive—or heard that prices might rise soon—you’re not imagining things. A new 25% U.S. government tariff on imported vape products is now in effect, and it could impact your next vape kit or pod purchase.

Here’s what’s going on:

Vape Tariffs: What Happened?

The U.S. government has imposed a 25% import tax (tariff) on a wide range of products coming from China—including finished vape devices and disposables. While this is part of a broader trade dispute between the U.S. and China, it’s already beginning to affect vape prices nationwide.

More than 90% of the world’s e-cigarettes are manufactured in China, and a huge portion of vape hardware sold in the U.S. is imported. That means vape shops and online retailers like Mi-Pod are now paying more to bring in the same high-quality products customers love.

Will Prices Go Up Right Away?

Not immediately—but soon. Retailers like Mi-Pod have been working hard to keep prices stable, but once existing stock runs out and new shipments come in at the higher tariff rate, you may see modest increases on some products.

Estimates suggest the price of affected items could rise by 10–15%, depending on the product. That includes popular disposables, pod systems, and refillable kits.

Why This Matters

Vaping is already overtaxed in many states. Between local excise taxes and now federal import tariffs, it’s getting harder for adult customers to access affordable alternatives to smoking.

Worse still, price hikes could discourage new vapers from switching—especially those still exploring options or trying to find the right device. A recent study published in Tobacco Control found that even a 10% price increase can reduce vape sales by up to 19%—a concerning figure when many adults are looking for options other than cigarettes.

What Mi-Pod Is Doing

At Mi-Pod, we’re committed to keeping prices as low as possible. We’re also monitoring the situation closely and adjusting our inventory strategy to help soften the impact of these tariffs for our customers.

We believe adult consumers should have access to innovative, reliable products without being punished by unpredictable trade policies.

Bottom Line

Tariffs are here—and they’re making it more expensive to import the same vape devices we’ve all come to rely on. While we’re doing our part to manage costs behind the scenes, we want our community to understand what’s driving these changes.

If you have questions or need help finding more affordable options, reach out to our support team. We’re here to help.