With the rapid growth of the global e-cigarette market, "going global" has become a strategic choice for many e-cigarette brands. However, as a special commodity, the export of e-cigarettes not only requires an understanding of international market demands but also strict compliance with the regulations and standards of various countries. This article will explore the key compliance issues in the e-cigarette export process, helping companies smoothly complete customs clearance procedures and ensuring that e-cigarette products can safely and legally enter the international market.

E-cigarette exports related policies

Before exporting e-cigarettes, companies must understand and comply with the following policies:

Compliance of products:Ensure that export products comply with the laws and regulations of the country (region) of destination, in particular the restrictions on the content of nicotine, fragrances, solvents and other critical ingredients. If the country (region) of destination does not have specific e-cigarette laws and regulations, it should at least comply with relevant laws and standards in China.
Requirements for packaging labelling:Export electronic cigarette products box, box packaging should be clearly marked tobacco sales production enterprise license number, product name, production batch number and production date.
The logistics transport:Compliance with the domestic and international requirements on the logistics and transportation safety of electronic cigarette products, ensure that the entire course of the product can be traced, especially products containing lithium batteries. in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Import and Export Goods Inspection Law of the Peoples Republic of China, for products containing excess lithium batteries application for performance and use certification.
Customs declarations and records:The export e-cigarette products shall be truthfully declared to the customs in accordance with the law and recorded in the national unified e-cigarette trading management platform within 30 days after the export declaration.

Export technical regulations and standard requirements

The export of e-cigarettes must also meet the following technical regulations and standards:

Certification of finished product testing:
EU: obtain CE certification, ensure that products comply with REACH regulations, RoHS directives, EMC directives, etc.
U.S.: FCC certified to meet U.S. Electronic Equipment Communications Standards.
Australia and the United Kingdom: comply with TGO 110 and MHRA registration certification, respectively.
Testing of batteries:
EU: Ensure batteries comply with EU Battery Regulation 2023/1542, meet UN 38.3 and EN/IEC 62133 standards.
US: Compliant with Public Law 104-142 and UL 2054 standards.
TRA Toxicity Analysis and Food Contact Materials Test:Follow the toxicity and safety requirements for smoke oil and e-cigarette parts in different regions, such as the relevant toxicity analysis and material testing standards in the EU, the United States and Australia.

E-cigarette export declaration requirements

E-cigarette export companies must strictly comply with the regulatory declaration requirements of each country. The correct declaration not only accelerates the customs process, but also reduces potential legal risks.

1 Name of declaration:Specific names of e-cigarette products should be clearly declared to avoid the use of vague or widespread classifications. For example, it should be distinguished between e-cigarette equipment, smoke oil or accessories, etc. Avoid the use of common terms that may lead to confusion, such as electronic products or gifts.
2 Components in detail:Exactly list the main ingredients in e-cigarette smoke oil, including nicotine content, fragrance types and other chemicals. If the product does not contain nicotine, it should be clearly labelled no nicotine or 0% nicotine.
Classification of purposes:Clearly indicate the use of e-cigarettes, for example, for recreational smoking, for smoking or other special purposes, according to the legal definitions and classifications of e-cigarettes in different countries and regions.
Brands and models:Truly declare the brand and model of e-cigarette products. For brands, the trademark name must be officially registered or used. For models, the specific model or series name defined by the manufacturer as the product must be listed.
Safety standards and certification:E-cigarettes must comply with international safety standards and certifications such as CE, FCC, RoHS, etc. Battery safety standards such as UN38.3 or IEC62133 must also be declared where applicable.
Packaging and labelling:Exactly describe how the product is packaged, including internal and external packaging materials, packaging sizes and weight. Ensure that product packaging and labels meet the language and standard requirements of the country of destination, including health warnings, ingredient lists and user guidelines.
Customs Code and Tax Rate:Use the exact customs number for e-cigarette products to ensure the correct calculation of tariffs and tax rates.The FOB price of the products is provided, as well as other relevant price information that may be involved according to the national tax policies of the destination.
Additional documents :Additional documents and certificates, such as production permits, export permits, health and safety reports, may be required depending on the country and region of destination and ensure that all relevant documents are ready for customs inspection.

Exporting e-cigarette products requires an in-depth understanding and strict implementation of the specification declaration requirements to ensure that each batch of exported products meets the laws and regulations of the country or region of destination.Through the careful preparation of the declaration, the company can not only avoid unnecessary delays and costs, but also improve the brand image and market competitiveness.