Easy access: identification verification and shipping methods used by online vape shops.
Adrian BertrandMegan C DiazElizabeth C HairBarbara A SchilloPublished in: Tobacco control (2024)
Most OVSs rely on age self-certification, which underage youth can easily exploit to access these products. Findings warrant that the Food and Drug Administration, state and local policymakers explore additional actions regulating online tobacco sales to address the compliance issues our data elucidate. These include enhanced surveillance, compliance checks and stricter penalties.