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U.S. Seizes 2.1 Million Illicit Vapes as DOJ Seeks Injunctions Against Sellers

Officials say the sweep targets unauthorized flavored disposables funneled into U.S. stores from China.

Overview

  • The Justice Department and FDA said more than 2.1 million unauthorized vaping products were seized from five distributors and six retailers across seven states.
  • Prosecutors filed civil injunctive actions against the targeted firms after FDA warnings, seeking court orders to prevent further illegal sales.
  • The U.S. Marshals Service and ATF executed the seizures with support from HHS and FDA, following undercover buys and inspections authorized by federal warrants.
  • Attorney General Pamela Bondi warned the products are being sold near schools and military bases, posing risks to youth and service members.
  • HHS recently reported a separate 4.7 million‑unit import seizure valued at $86.5 million, and DEA-led operations this month resulted in 106 arrests and the recovery of over 100 firearms.