Starting October 19, 2026, selling any electronic nicotine delivery system not listed on the state-approved registry under Pennsylvania Act 57 will become illegal, effectively removing the vast majority of current products from store shelves. [1, 2]

Key Details of the New Law

• Effective Date: October 19, 2026. [1]
• The Registry: Administered by the PA Office of Attorney General, manufacturers must be certified and approved to sell products in the state. [1]
• Impact on Inventory: Retailers report that up to 95% of unapproved vape inventory, including most flavored disposables and hardware, will become illegal to sell because most manufacturer applications are still pending approval. [1, 2]
• Penalties: Vendors selling unlisted or unapproved products face strict enforcement, including product seizures and fines of $1,500 per confiscated item