Will I have to sign for my vape order?

Yes. All packages containing vaping products require an adult signature from someone 21 years of age or older, with a valid government-issued ID, in all states.

Vape Pact Act

Q: What is the PACT Act?

The PACT Act stands for Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking Act. Amended in December 2020, it expanded to include all electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) and vaping products, taking effect March 27, 2021. It prohibits USPS from shipping vaping products and requires adult signature upon delivery.

Q: Are vaping product shipments banned?

Shipping vaping products is not outright banned, but the PACT Act prevents USPS from carrying them. FedEx and UPS have also stopped carrying vaping products, making compliant shipping more complex for online vape retailers.

Q: Where does West Coast Vape Supply ship to?

West Coast Vape Supply can only ship to US states and cities where vape mail is legal under the PACT Act. If your state or city has banned vape shipments, an error will appear during checkout indicating no shipping is available for your location.

Q: Will I have to pay extra taxes on my vape order?

Some states impose an excise tax on vaping products under the PACT Act. If you live in one of these states, the applicable tax will be automatically calculated and added to your order total at checkout based on your ZIP code.

Compliance Information

Vape PACT Act

Everything you need to know about how the Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking Act affects your vape orders, shipping, delivery, and taxes when shopping at West Coast Vape Supply.

What Is the PACT Act?

The PACT Act stands for the Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking Act. It was originally signed into law in 2009 to stop USPS from delivering cigarettes and smokeless tobacco directly to consumers. In December 2020, Congress amended it to include all Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS), covering every vaping product sold online. The amendment took effect on March 27, 2021.

The amendment, formally titled the "Preventing Online Sales of E-Cigarettes to Children Act," redefined "cigarette" to include vaping products. This means the full weight of the original PACT Act now applies to every disposable vape, vape juice bottle, and vaping device sold or shipped online in the United States.

Since 2013, West Coast Vape Supply has operated as a compliant, responsible retailer. We've worked diligently to meet every requirement of the PACT Act and will continue to do so. Your ability to shop with us is something we take seriously, and full compliance is how we protect that.

How the PACT Act Affects Your Order

Shipping Carriers

USPS, FedEx, and UPS no longer carry vaping products. We ship through compliant carriers that follow PACT Act guidelines.

Adult Signature Required

All vape deliveries require a signature from someone 21+ with a valid government-issued ID. This applies in every state, no exceptions.

State Excise Taxes

Certain states require excise tax collection on vape products. If applicable, the tax is automatically calculated at checkout based on your ZIP code.

New Package Labeling

Packages now include a required federal compliance sticker disclosing excise tax obligations and licensing requirements under federal law.

Shipping Restrictions

We can only ship to states and cities where vape mail is permitted. If your area is restricted, an error will appear at checkout automatically.

You Can Still Shop With Us

Vaping products are not banned. The PACT Act adds compliance requirements, but West Coast Vape Supply remains open and fully operational.

Common Questions About the PACT Act

Are Vaping Product Shipments Banned?

No, shipping vaping products is not outright banned. However, the PACT Act prevents USPS from carrying any vaping products. FedEx and UPS have also stopped accepting vape shipments. This means online vape retailers must use other compliant carriers to fulfill orders, which adds logistics complexity but does not stop sales entirely.

Where Does West Coast Vape Supply Ship To?

We ship to all US states and cities where vape mail is permitted under the PACT Act. If your state or city has restricted vape shipments, our checkout system will automatically display an error indicating that no shipping option is available for your location. The simplest way to check is to begin the checkout process and enter your ZIP code.

Will I Have to Sign for My Package?

Yes. Every package containing vaping products requires an adult signature from someone who is 21 years of age or older. A valid, government-issued ID is required at the time of delivery in all states. Please make sure someone of legal age is available to receive your package, otherwise delivery may be rescheduled or returned.

Will My Package Look Different?

Yes. The PACT Act introduced new federal labeling requirements for all vape shipments. Your package will include a compliance sticker with the following required language:

"CIGARETTES/NICOTINE/SMOKELESS TOBACCO: FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES THE PAYMENT OF ALL APPLICABLE EXCISE TAXES, AND COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE LICENSING AND TAX-STAMPING OBLIGATIONS."

Will I Have to Pay Extra Taxes?

Some states now impose a state excise tax on vaping products. If you're located in one of these states, the applicable tax will be automatically calculated and added to your order total at checkout once you enter your ZIP code. We collect this tax on your behalf and remit it directly to your state. This requirement applies to all online vape retailers and local vape shops operating in those states.

Can I Still Shop at West Coast Vape Supply?

Absolutely. The sale of vaping products has not been banned. The PACT Act adds compliance requirements that make operating an online vape store more challenging, but we've done the work to meet every requirement. As long as you're located in an area where vape mail is permitted, you can continue to shop our full catalog of vape juice and disposable vapes without interruption.

Our Compliance Commitment

West Coast Vape Supply has been a compliant, responsible retailer since we launched in 2013. The PACT Act amendment represents a significant regulatory shift for the entire vaping industry, and we've met every requirement head-on to make sure our customers can continue shopping without disruption.

We collect and remit all required state excise taxes, use only PACT Act-compliant shipping carriers, apply all required package labeling, and enforce adult signature verification on every delivery. Compliance isn't optional for us. It's how we stay in business and keep serving you.

PACT Act Compliance Checklist

Shipping only through PACT Act-compliant carriers

Adult signature (21+) with valid ID required on all deliveries

State excise taxes collected and remitted automatically at checkout

All required federal compliance labeling applied to packages

Shipping blocked at checkout for restricted states and cities

Age verification enforced on all orders

Still Have Questions?

If you have specific questions about how the PACT Act affects your order, our support team is available Monday through Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm PST. We're happy to help clarify anything before you place your order.