Vape Tax Ireland – Everything You Need to Know (Nov 1, 2025)
Irish Vape Tax: What It Is, When It Starts, and How OB Vape Is Protecting Prices
From 1 November, Ireland is introducing an excise duty (“vape tax”) on e-liquid. This page explains the new tax, how it affects prices in Ireland, and why OB Vape’s prices will not increase while our large pre-tax Irish stock lasts.
Quick Summary
- Start date: 1 November.
- Rate: €0.50 per ml of e-liquid (excise), applied at first supply in the State (on top of VAT and normal costs).
- Who pays it first? The first supplier in Ireland (usually manufacturer/importer/wholesaler) accounts for the new excise. That cost then flows through the chain.
- OB Vape price protection: We have secured large pre-tax stock purchased from Irish suppliers. While that inventory lasts, our prices are frozen for those items.
- What should customers do? Popular products are moving fast. Stock up on your favourites so you don’t miss out on pre-tax pricing.
Why OB Vape Prices Are Frozen (While Stock Lasts)
We’ve front-loaded our purchasing with Irish-sourced inventory ahead of 1 November. Because that stock is already in the State and was first supplied pre-tax, the new excise does not apply to it. That’s why we can hold prices on those lines until our pre-tax batches are gone. Fresh replenishments purchased after 1 November will reflect the new supplier costs and excise.
Expected Price Effects in Ireland
Below are illustrative before/after ranges seen across Ireland when the €0.50/ml excise is added upstream (final retail depends on brand, supplier pricing, and promotions). OB Vape pricing remains at the “Before Tax” level while our pre-tax stock lasts.
| Product Type | Typical Size | Before Tax (Ireland) | After Tax (Indicative) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nic Salt / Freebase E-Liquid | 10 ml | €5.00 | €11–€15+ | €0.50/ml excise adds ~€5 before VAT & margins. |
| Shortfill E-Liquid | 50 ml | €10–€15 | €35–€55+ | Excise on the liquid in bottle; nic-shots purchased separately also carry excise per ml. |
| Shortfill E-Liquid | 100 ml | €20–€25 | €70–€85+ | Large bottles see the biggest absolute increase because excise is per ml. |
| Disposable Vape (typical) | ≈12 ml | €10–€15 | €20–€30+ | Excise adds ~€6 on 12 ml before VAT & margins. |
How to Save Money in Ireland Right Now
- Stock up on favourites: Pre-tax Irish stock is limited and demand is very high.
- Switch to refillables: A refillable pod kit + larger bottles (e.g., OB 80 ml) gives far more e-liquid for the money than disposables.
- Ask us for alternatives: If a specific flavour sells out, we’ll recommend a like-for-like option from our pre-tax inventory.
FAQ: Irish Vape Tax & OB Vape Pricing
When does the Irish vape tax start?
From 1 November.
How much is the tax?
An excise of €0.50 per ml of e-liquid is added at first supply in the State (separate to VAT).
Why are OB Vape’s prices not increasing now?
We secured large pre-tax batches from Irish suppliers ahead of 1 November. That inventory was first supplied before the excise start date, so we can keep prices unchanged while it lasts.
Will prices increase later?
Once a line sells out and we re-order from suppliers after 1 November, new supplier costs including excise will apply. We’ll still work hard to keep pricing competitive in Ireland.
Are zero-nicotine products affected?
The excise applies per ml of e-liquid under the Irish rules. Practical retail impacts vary by product type and supplier pricing; we’ll flag any exceptions on individual product pages.
Best value in Ireland right now?
Refillable pod kits + larger bottles (e.g., OB 80 ml) give the best “€/ml”. They’re ideal for Irish vapers switching from disposables and wanting consistent flavour at a lower cost per day.
Why Buy from OB Vape (Ireland)
- Prices frozen while pre-tax stock lasts — we moved early for Irish customers.
- Next-day delivery across Ireland on most orders.
- Huge selection of e-liquids, pod kits, and accessories for Irish vapers.
- Local, family-run Irish business with friendly support.
- Price-match promise: If you find it cheaper in Ireland, email info@obvape.ie and we’ll match it.
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