Pact Act

PACT Act and Vape Shipping Update
You may have heard about recent changes regarding the PACT Act and how it affects the shipping of vaping products, especially concerning carriers like USPS and UPS. We want to clarify what this means for your orders and how OctaVape.com is adapting to continue serving you.
What is the PACT Act?
In December 2020, an amendment to the Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking (PACT) Act was signed into law as part of the omnibus spending bill. This amendment classifies vaping products similarly to combustible cigarettes, bringing them under stricter regulations concerning sales, taxation, and shipping.

Key points include:
  • Online retailers must now collect state and local excise taxes on vaping products.
  • All deliveries require an Adult Signature (21+) to ensure legal age verification.
  • New compliance mandates include enhanced labeling, packaging, record-keeping, and mandatory State and Federal registration and reporting.
Impact on Shipping The United States Postal Service (USPS) has until April 27, 2021, to finalize its policies restricting the shipment of vaping products. After that date, USPS will no longer ship vaping products.

Currently, OctaVape continues to use USPS for shipping while we develop a network of specialized regional and local carriers compliant with all State and Federal laws to ensure uninterrupted delivery service.What’s Next for OctaVape Customers?
  • We are actively building an expanded delivery network that will gradually roll out in select regions.
  • This new shipping option will be available at checkout with detailed instructions once launched.
  • All packages will require an Adult Signature (21+) upon delivery.
  • A $7 Adult Signature service fee will be automatically added to your order at checkout.
How You Can Prepare
We recommend stocking up on your favorite vaping devices and e-liquids while shipping operations remain normal to avoid any future inconveniences or additional fees.
Commitment to Our Customers
At OctaVape, we are dedicated to maintaining excellent customer service and product availability for the vaping community. We appreciate your continued trust and support as we navigate these regulatory changes together.

For more information on Adult Signature requirements, please visit our Adult Signature Policy page.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at support@octavape.com.