Can I still buy Juul today?

Yes, Juul e-cigarettes are still sold in the U.S. after the FDA reversed a ban in July 2025, authorizing the sale of their tobacco and menthol products, concluding they're appropriate for public health in helping adult smokers switch, though this doesn't mean they are deemed "safe". The authorization allows Juul to continue offering devices and nicotine pods in limited flavors, despite past marketing controversies and earlier removal orders, with sales restricted by monthly limits.

Can you still buy JUUL in the US?

You can continue to purchase JUUL products.

It is an exciting day for Juul Labs. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued marketing granted orders (MGOs) for JUUL products currently on the market.

Is JUUL legal now?

HealthDay News — After years of legal battles and health concerns, Juul Labs has the go-ahead to sell some of its electronic cigarettes in the United States. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said that it will allow Juul to market its e-cigarette device and tobacco and menthol refill cartridges.

What vapes will still be available after the ban?

What vapes aren't getting banned? Vapes that are reusable will not get banned. They need to be refillable and rechargeable, with replaceable coils to class as a reusable vape kit. This includes all refillable pod vapes, vapes with tanks and all pre-filled pod systems that provide replacement pods.

What replaced JUUL?

JUUL alternatives include other pre-filled pod systems like Vuse Alto and STLTH, refillable pod systems for more choice (e.g., Vaporesso XROS, Uwell Caliburn series), disposable vapes (like Elf Bar), or non-nicotine options and nicotine pouches for those looking to quit nicotine entirely, alongside prescription medications. Popular choices often focus on similar ease-of-use with different flavors, nicotine levels, or customization.
 

FDA reverses ban on Juul's e-cigarette sales after 3 years

How many cigarettes is 1 JUUL pod equal to?

One Juul pod generally contains the nicotine equivalent of about 20 cigarettes, or one full pack, though this can vary slightly by usage and pod type (5% or 3%), with some studies showing a range from 13 to 30 cigarettes' worth of nicotine. The high nicotine concentration comes from nicotine salts, allowing for faster absorption, making it highly addictive.
 

Is JUUL making a comeback?

Yes, Juul is "coming back" in the sense that the FDA authorized its tobacco and menthol products for continued sale in July 2025, reversing a previous ban, allowing sales for adult smokers as an alternative to cigarettes, though they face new tech like age-verification apps and remain restricted to tobacco/menthol flavors to curb youth use.
 

Can I order vapes online after the ban?

The city also prohibits the online sale of e-liquid that contains nicotine salt. San Francisco, California, has enacted a ban on the sale of all vaping products.

Can lungs heal after 7 years of vaping?

Yes, your lungs can begin to heal after 7 years of vaping, with improvements starting in weeks and continuing for months or years as cilia (tiny hairs) clear toxins and inflammation lessens, but some damage might become permanent, so quitting now offers significant benefits, though full recovery depends on the extent of damage from heavy/prolonged use, with a healthy diet and exercise supporting healing. 

Is it okay to order vapes online?

Buying vapes online can be safe if you use reputable, age-verified sites that sell authentic products, but it's risky if you buy from unregulated sellers, as counterfeits and unregulated products pose serious health dangers, often bypassing strict age/shipping laws (like the USPS ban). To stay safe, buy directly from trusted brands, check for authenticity codes, avoid "too good to be true" deals, and ensure the site follows regulations, like age verification and secure payments. 

Does anyone still use Juul?

Yes, people still use Juul, but its market dominance has significantly decreased, with usage rates among teens dropping due to crackdowns and shifts to disposable vapes like Elf Bar, though the FDA recently authorized Juul to continue selling its tobacco and menthol products after years of legal battles. While teens have moved to other brands, adult smokers still use Juul as an alternative, with the company re-focusing on adult smokers with its second-generation device.
 

What is the least harmful vape?

The "least harmful" vape is one that avoids nicotine and toxic additives like diacetyl and Vitamin E acetate, uses high-quality, food-grade ingredients (PG/VG/natural flavors), comes from a transparent brand with third-party testing, and ideally offers a simple, plant-based formula (like ARRØ) for transitioning away from nicotine. No vape is entirely harmless, but choosing nicotine-free options with strict quality control and simple ingredients minimizes risks compared to traditional cigarettes or unregulated vapes. 

What Juul flavors can you still buy?

As of late 2025, Juul primarily sells only Virginia Tobacco and Menthol flavored JUULpods in the U.S., after suspending sales of fruit, mango, creme, cucumber, and mint flavors in response to youth usage concerns and FDA regulations, though some markets outside the U.S. (like the UK/Canada) may still offer other variations. The FDA authorized these two flavors for continued sale to adult smokers.
 

Are Juuls stronger than vapes?

Yes, JUULs are generally considered much stronger than many traditional vapes due to their use of high-concentration nicotine salts, delivering significantly more nicotine per puff, often equivalent to a pack of cigarettes in one pod, making them highly addictive. While vape pens offer customization and varied strengths, JUUL's specific design with nicotine salts provides a faster, more potent nicotine hit that mimics smoking, notes Banyan Treatment Center and Truth Initiative.
 

Does Walmart sell JUUL products?

No, Walmart stopped selling all e-cigarettes, including Juul, in its U.S. stores back in 2019 due to health concerns, regulatory complexity, and a desire to curb youth usage, so you won't find them in their physical stores now. Walmart removed all vaping products, even though they still sell some tobacco items, focusing on reducing access to e-cigarettes after health issues rose, according to CBS News and The Washington Post. 

Does Amazon sell JUUL pods?

Amazon.com: 4 Pack JUUL Flavor Pods.

How to clean lungs after vaping?

How to Do a Lung Detox

1. Stop smoking and/or vaping regardless of how long you've been doing it.
2. Keep indoor air clean by avoiding chemicals, burning fuels, and allergens.
3. Monitor your air quality index (AQI).
4. Eat a balanced diet with antioxidant-rich foods for lung support.

Is vaping as bad as smoking?

Vaping is generally considered less harmful than smoking traditional cigarettes, but it is not safe, and its long-term effects are still unknown; while vapes have fewer cancer-causing chemicals than smoke, they still contain toxic metals, ultrafine particles, and flavorings that can damage the heart and lungs, and nicotine in vapes is highly addictive, posing risks like severe lung injury (EVALI) and acting as a gateway to smoking, especially for youth.
 

Can you vape indoors?

If you want to vape indoors, and you are unsure whether it is allowed, it is always best to check first with the owner or manager of the building in question. However, in locations where you are allowed to vape indoors, it is a good idea to ask first if those around you object.

Does USPS allow vapes to be shipped?

Under a 2021 law, USPS is generally restricted from mailing vapes directly to consumers with some exceptions per the report. “Some other large carriers, including FedEx, refuse to ship vapes. DHL only offers carriage for business shipments with prior approval,” wrote the outlet.

Which states have banned vapes?

No U.S. states have a total ban on all vapes, but many have strong restrictions, especially on flavored products, with California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island banning most flavors (excluding tobacco/menthol) and others like Maryland, Utah, Florida, and North Carolina banning specific types, like disposable vapes, or restricting sales to age-restricted venues, while some, like Texas, target vapes from certain countries (e.g., China).
 

What is the punishment for having a vape?

The offence of possess prescribed restricted substance under section 16 of the Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Act carries a maximum penalty of a fine of $2,200 and/or imprisonment for 6 months.

Are Juuls being sold again?

Yes, Juul is "coming back" in the sense that the FDA authorized its tobacco and menthol products for continued sale in July 2025, reversing a previous ban, allowing sales for adult smokers as an alternative to cigarettes, though they face new tech like age-verification apps and remain restricted to tobacco/menthol flavors to curb youth use.
 

Who still uses JUUL?

And despite recent declines in youth e-cigarette use, Juul products remain popular among youth. According to the 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey, Juul remained in the top five most popular e-cigarette brands among U.S. youth, including 12.6% of current middle and high school e-cigarette users.

Why did JUUL get banned but not others?

Juul was initially banned (then unbanned, then re-evaluated) by the FDA primarily because it failed to provide sufficient evidence that its products were safe for public health and its marketing was heavily linked to the teen vaping epidemic, using flavors and sleek designs appealing to youth, while other vapes remained on the market due to different regulatory pathways or loopholes, particularly with flavors like menthol, until broader FDA action was taken against those as well, though many disposables still skirted rules.