Vape / E-Cigarette → United States

Legal to bring for personal use

Details

TSA permits e-cigarettes, vape pens, and e-liquid in carry-on baggage only — they may NOT be in checked baggage due to lithium-battery fire risk. E-liquids over 100ml must be in carry-on under the standard liquid-aerosols-gels rule (one quart-sized bag). State and local laws apply on the ground: vaping is banned in airports in CA, CT, FL, LA, MD, MN, NJ, NY, OR, UT plus most major-city ordinances. Federal age threshold: 21+.

Quantity limit

Personal use

Documentation required

• No specific forms required for personal import; CBP may question commercial quantities

Legal reference

FDA deeming rule, TSA regulations

Practical advice

Keep vaping devices in carry-on only. Check destination state laws for local restrictions on flavored products.

Customs authority

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) · https://www.cbp.gov