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A NEW STUDY HAS REVEALED THAT A QUARTER OF VAPE USERS HAVE STOCKPILED DISPOSABLE VAPES AHEAD OF A BAN THAT COMES INTO EFFECT THIS WEEKEND. ROB KNIGHT 13:09, 29 May 2025 A survey reveals that

a quarter of vape users have hoarded supplies in anticipation of the impending ban on disposable vapes this Sunday. The ban, set to take effect on June 1, has prompted users to stash away

nine weeks' worth of the soon-to-be illegal products, according to a poll of 1,000 adult disposable vape users. Over half have expressed worry about the ban, with 38% fearing potential

withdrawal symptoms. Meanwhile, 42% confess they are 'likely' to turn to unregulated black market vapes once disposable options vanish from shops. The study also found that 36%

oppose the disposable vape ban, while 9% were oblivious to it before participating in the research. However, 40% of respondents, in a study commissioned by übbs Pouches, support the

decision to eliminate such products. According to the survey, convenience (61%), flavour variety (53%), and taste (49%) were the key factors driving people's use of disposable vapes.

And disposable vape users reportedly spend an average of £41 a month on the product, consuming 13 devices within that period. Since the announcement of the ban, nearly half (47%) have tried

to cut down their usage before they are gone for good. Yet, 15% confess they have been 'unsuccessful' in their attempts. A spokesperson for übbs Pouches said: "For those who

use disposable vapes, there's no getting away from it – they are going to disappear from stores. And while many of those polled have stocked up on supplies in anticipation of the ban,

they won't last forever." "For those worried about transitioning away from disposables there are plenty of alternative options which are regulated – but unregulated options

should be avoided," they added. Article continues below The survey revealed that most respondents have experimented with alternatives to disposable vapes in anticipation of the ban,

including refillable vapes, nicotine gum, nicotine patches, and nicotine pouches. The spokesperson added for übbs Pouches commented: "The vast majority of disposable vape users have

taken steps to move away from throw-away options. "And with a range of viable substitutes legally available, hopefully the ban won't be too much of a shock for them."