Vape laws in The Netherlands
Whether you sell, import or manufacture ecigarettes in The Netherlands, the information in this section can help you to understand the laws and regulations in The Netherlands. Don’t forget to check out the TPD compliance page to understand the general requirements that apply to all EU markets.
Last Updated: 11th January 2023
Apart from the TPD requirements common to all EU member states, here are the notable things you need to know before selling vapes in The Netherlands:
Products must be notified to the National Institute for Health and the Environment (RIVM) via the EU TPD portal before they can be sold. Do you want to learn how to submit a TPD notification? Read on to learn about our online course.
Dutch Tobacco Act can be found here:
https://wetten.overheid.nl/BWBR0004302/2022-08-01/0
https://wetten.overheid.nl/BWBR0037160/2023-01-01/0
https://wetten.overheid.nl/BWBR0037958/2023-01-01/0
Yes – a vape business selling into The Netherlands must register their business here.
Check Ingredient / Flavour Restrictions section.
Yes. A flavour ban applies with a sell through period until 1st October 2023. For more information check our blog post The Netherlands to ban e-cigarette flavours
Check Ingredient / Flavour Restrictions section.
€44.85 per notification
Check out our online EU Vape regulation course where you can learn how to prepare and submit TPD notifications. Click here to learn more.
There is no official database maintained by the Dutch authorities where vape businesses can check EC-ID and notified status.
Nothing specific other than general TPD testing requirements
Yes. Nicotine-free vape products must be notified via the EU TPD. Learn how to submit a notification by taking our online course. Click here to learn more. See below about CBD vapes.
Nothing specific other than general TPD requirements
The following health warning should be included on nicotine e-cigarette and e-liquid packaging:
‘Dit product bevat de zeer verslavende stof nicotine. Het gebruik ervan wordt afgeraden voor niet-rokers.’
Nothing specific other than general TPD requirements
Learn about CBD laws in The Netherlands here
None found.
Vape laws in The Netherlands can change at any time and without notice. The information presented is on a best endeavours basis. Medic Pro Limited does not accept liability for the accuracy of the information.
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