As a leading global retailer, My Vapery has always prioritized transparency and quality. Today, we’re looking at a significant shift in the global supply chain that every UK vaper and retailer should have on their radar: the restructuring of Chinese export taxes.
For years, the "Made in China" label has been synonymous with budget-friendly vaping. However, as the industry matures, new fiscal policies in the East are set to change the cost of imported Chinese e-liquid and hardware. Here is what you need to know to stay ahead of the curve.
The Policy Shift: Why Imports are Changing
In a recent move by China’s Ministry of Finance, the long-standing VAT export rebate scheme for nicotine products is being phased out. Historically, this rebate acted as a subsidy, allowing Chinese manufacturers to keep their export prices artificially low.
The Timeline of Change:
April 1, 2026: The 13% VAT rebate for nicotine inhalation products will be officially cancelled.
Battery Impact: Rebates on the lithium batteries used in your favourite kits will drop from 9% to 6%, before disappearing entirely in 2027.
Essentially, the "discount" that Chinese factories once enjoyed is gone. For the end consumer in the UK, this translates to an inevitable rise in wholesale costs that will eventually reflect in UK vape prices.
Stability in a Shifting Market: The Pod Salt Difference
While many international brands are scrambling to adjust their pricing models and absorption rates, British-made E-liquids remain in a unique position of stability.
Our signature brand, Pod Salt, is proudly manufactured in the UK. This means our production is entirely insulated from Chinese export tax fluctuations. When you shop the Pod Salt range at My Vapery, you aren't just buying an award-winning nicotine salt; you are investing in a stable supply chain.
Why Domestic Manufacturing Wins for the Consumer:
Predictable Pricing: Unlike imported liquids that may see sudden price hikes due to international trade shifts, our UK-made products offer long-term cost consistency.
Unmatched Compliance: British manufacturing operates under the world’s most rigorous TPD standards. Every bottle of Pod Salt is batch-tested for purity and safety right here on home soil.
Smarter Logistics: By reducing "vape miles," we ensure that our products reach our shelves—and yours—faster and more sustainably than overseas imports.
Looking Ahead to 2026
The removal of the Chinese rebate is just one piece of the puzzle. With the UK's own Vaping Products Duty (VPD) arriving in late 2026, the cost of vaping is becoming a major talking point.
At My Vapery, our mission remains the same: to provide premium alternatives to smoking that don't break the bank. By focusing on high-quality, domestically produced liquids like Pod Salt and Nexus, we are ensuring that our community has access to the best flavours at the most competitive, stable prices possible.
Don't wait for the import costs to climb. Secure your favourite flavours and discover the quality of British manufacturing today.
