
HMRC adds vape duty code detail before October start
HMRC has updated excise and customs guidance with the tax type code and rate details businesses will need as Vaping Products Duty begins on 1 October 2026.
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HMRC has updated excise and customs guidance with the tax type code and rate details businesses will need as Vaping Products Duty begins on 1 October 2026.

A Respiratory Research paper reports laboratory and isolated mouse-lung findings on nicotine-containing e-cigarette vapour exposure, endothelial permeability and a Tie-2 pathway drug candidate.

Monmouthshire County Council says recycling wardens found eight disposable vapes in one household waste bag, prompting a warning about battery fire risks and proper disposal.

Cambridgeshire Police says a multi-agency inspection in St Neots led to seizures of illegal cigarettes, hand-rolling tobacco and 37 illegal vaping products from three locations.

A population-based Scottish study found e-cigarettes were commonly reported as helpful in recent quit attempts, but the authors stress that the figures are retrospective self-reports rather than proof of comparative effectiveness.

A newly published laboratory study reports mitochondrial stress in human alveolar type II cells exposed to cinnamon-roll flavoured nicotine e-cigarette aerosol, but it does not measure real-world disease risk for adult vapers.

A clear label-reading checklist for bottle volume, nicotine concentration, PG/VG order and device compatibility, including a worked example of what mg/ml means.

Understand how a refillable vape works, which parts need replacing and what to check before the first fill—without an unnecessary jump into complicated equipment.

A research-based review of the UWELL CALIBURN G4, focusing on its adjustable pod format, GPP cartridge compatibility and UK compliance checks.

A research-based look at the Vaporesso XROS 5, a refillable pod device with a display, adjustable airflow and UK-relevant 2ml pod considerations.

A research-based review of the VOOPOO ARGUS Klyc, a refillable pod kit with a protective cap, 1350mAh battery and 5-30W output.

A research-based look at the OXVA NeXLIM 2, a refillable pod kit with a 2000mAh battery, 5-40W output and UK-relevant 2ml cartridge option.

A research-based review of the VOOPOO ARGUS G3 Mini, covering the UK TPD pod version, battery, cartridge compatibility and limits.

A research-based look at Aspire’s refillable Gotek Pro II pod kit, focused on UK-relevant specifications, compatibility and limitations.