New Special Tax on Vaping in Spain: Everything You Need to Know

This tax, which would come into force on January 1, 2025, will affect both premixed liquids and vape bases, regardless of whether they contain nicotine or not.

If you are a regular user of vaping products, this article will explain how this new legislation could affect you and why it is important to be informed.

What is the Vaping Excise Tax?

The new tax is part of a tax reform designed to regulate the vaping market and bring it into line with taxes on traditional tobacco. According to the text of the Bill, currently under debate in the Senate, the following rates are established:

• €0.15 per millilitre for liquids with less than 15 mg/ml of nicotine or without nicotine.
• €0.20 per millilitre for liquids with more than 15 mg/ml of nicotine.

For example:

A 100 ml premixed liquid could have an increase of up to €15 in its final price if it does not contain nicotine, or €20 if it has a high concentration of nicotine. This also includes bases and large formats, such as 1-liter bottles used to personalize liquids.

Which products will be affected?

This tax directly affects all vaping liquids designed for use in e-cigarettes. This includes:

• Premixed liquids (with or without nicotine).
• Premixed bases (with or without nicotine).
• Large liquid formats, such as popular containers of 100 ml or more.

What can we expect?

The bill is currently in the amendment phase in the Senate and will need to be voted on again in Congress before final approval. Although a moratorium is not contemplated for now, the sector is actively working to ensure that this measure is taken into account. However, as of today, nothing is certain, and the tax, according to the draft, would come into force on January 1, 2025 as it is proposed.

Check the official draft of the Ministry of Health here for more details.

How can you prepare?

If this tax is passed on the current terms, the prices of vape liquids and bases could increase significantly. That's why many users are choosing to plan their purchases before the new levies come into effect.

1. Review your needs: Evaluate what your favorite products are and how much you might need in the short term.
2. Take advantage of current prices: Bringing forward your purchases can help you avoid the initial impact of price increases.

Buy now and avoid price increases

Stay informed

At Vaposeleccion, we are committed to keeping you up to date with all the news about this legislation and its impact on the world of vaping. We invite you to follow our blog and social media to receive constant updates on the state of the law and any possible changes in the application dates.

If you have questions or need more information about how this change may affect you, please do not hesitate to contact us.