Politics & Government
State Outlines New Rules For Washington Vape Shops
After an emergency rule went into effect Thursday, the state has released updated guidelines for vape store owners.
OLYMPIA, WA — In the wake of an emergency rule banning the sale of all flavored vapor products, the state Liquor and Cannabis Board released new guidelines for Washington vape shop owners. Stores are now required to immediately post signs warning of potential lung injuries due to vaping and recommending the public not use the products.
Officials are also asking stores that sell vapor products to cooperate with local, state and federal health agencies who are investigating which specific products may be linked to lung injuries. Washington State currently has seven confirmed cases of lung illnesses linked to vaping, with more than a thousand reported nationwide.
An updated list of products that are allowed or not allowed is posted on the LCB website.
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| Allowed | Not Allowed |
| Terpenes and terpenoid derived directly and solely from marijuana, as defined in RCW 69.50.101(y) , or hemp plants that have been grown and tested as required by state law | Synthetic terpenes and terpenoids or other synthetic flavoring compounds Botanically-derived terpenes, terpenoids or other botanically-derived flavoring compounds, except if directly derived and solely from marijuana plants tagged within the I-502 system or hemp plants Any other compounds that impart a “characterizing flavor” that is not specifically excluded |
The Liquor and Cannabis Board's enforcement team will be following up with businesses and anyone found not complying with the emergency rules could face a license suspension. The board has also published a list of steps to dispose of products that violate the law. The temporary rule expires after four months, but state officials have indicated they will pursue permanent regulations.
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