Hybrid Vapes | Will 2+10ml systems soon be banned?
In October 2024, the new Tobacco Products Act was enacted in Switzerland. This law limits liquid pods to a maximum of 2 ml. For hybrid products, this pod can be supplemented with a 10-ml refill container. The Federal Supreme Court has now ruled that, contrary to expectations, at least two products of this type are not permitted.
Short Facts
- Two hybrid vape models have been banned in the Canton of Geneva
- Other 2+10 ml products could be classified as non-compliant with the law
- Imports will be restricted effective immediately
- Hybrid vapes will likely no longer be available in Switzerland in the medium term
What are the implications of the Federal Supreme Court's ruling?
Even though the Federal Supreme Court’s ruling applies only to the Lost Mary (old version, now virtually unavailable in Switzerland) and Elfbar (now virtually unavailable), the decision is likely to set a precedent for all 2+10ml hybrid products. It is expected that no new products of this type will be allowed to be imported into Switzerland.
Which products are affected?
Due to the Federal Supreme Court ruling, the following products can no longer be imported:
- Elfbar Plus 50
- Elfbar 7000
- Elfbar Dual 10k
- Lost Mary V2
- Lost Mary
- Vozol Vista Plug
- Vozol Neon Plug Max
- Aroma King Click
- Sikary SL12000
- SKE Crystal CL6000
- Insta O-PRO
- Instaflow
Which products will still be allowed?
As direct alternatives to Big Puff hybrid vapes, we recommend the products listed below. Of course, e-liquids and open-pod systems are still permitted as well.
Prefilled Pod Systems (2 ml)
Big Puff systems are still permitted
Shop while supplies last
Since we can no longer import these products, our inventory is running out fast. We recommend that you stock up on your favorite products now and build up a supply.
Will Big Puff Vapes no longer be available in the future?
We expect that new products will soon be introduced to the market that comply with the law but still offer a high number of puffs. Products such as the Vaal E-Pack or the Sikary S10000 show the direction in which development might be heading.
Our conclusion
To date, we have not found any clear justification for the ban on vape pods containing more than 2 ml of e-liquid. It is therefore hardly surprising that manufacturers are looking for ways to continue offering customers a long vaping experience with many puffs without the hassle of refilling. If lawmakers continue to heavily regulate products with a high number of puffs, the market will shift toward 2ml pods and open pod systems. These offer the same vaping experience but are more cumbersome to use, as pods often need to be changed or the e-liquid refilled manually.
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