What Vapes Are FDA Approved? Authorized List and PMTA Facts
Quick answer: FDA doesn’t “approve” e-cigarettes as safe; it can issue marketing granted orders that authorize specific products to be sold. FDA keeps…
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Reviewed Nov 10, 2026. Source: FDA authorized e-cigarettes page. Facts from FDA sources; not legal advice. The list changes, so check the linked source. This page does not give medical advice.
Quick answer: The FDA does not “approve” vapes. It can authorize specific e-cigarette products for sale by issuing a marketing granted order, usually through a Premarket Tobacco Product Application (PMTA). As of November 10, 2026, the FDA’s official authorized e-cigarettes page states that the list is up to date and that there are 48 authorized e-cigarette products, from Glas, JUUL Labs, Logic, NJOY, and R.J. Reynolds (Vuse). RAZ, Geek Bar, and Foger do not appear on that list. The FDA says authorization does not mean a product is safe or “FDA approved.” Jump to the authorized list.
What’s the difference between FDA approved and FDA authorized?
“Approved” is the term for medical products evaluated as safe and effective. The FDA says that standard does not apply to tobacco products. A new tobacco product, including an e-cigarette, needs a written marketing order to be legally marketed in the U.S.
Which e-cigarettes are FDA authorized?
As listed on the FDA’s authorized e-cigarettes page (checked November 10, 2026). This is a manufacturer summary, not a republication of every product name on the FDA list:
| Manufacturer | Product lines on the FDA list |
|---|---|
| Glas Inc. | Glas G 2 device and pods (authorized May 5, 2026) |
| JUUL Labs Inc. | JUUL device and JUULpods; JUUL2 device and pods (August 28, 2026) |
| Logic Technology Development LLC | Logic cartridges, Pro capsule tank systems, e-liquid packages, Power kit |
| NJOY LLC | NJOY DAILY and NJOY ACE products |
| R.J. Reynolds Vapor Company | Vuse Vibe, Ciro, Solo and Alto products |
The FDA page states that these are the only e-cigarettes that may be lawfully sold in the United States, and that the list is up to date. The list changes, so always check the FDA authorized e-cigarettes page for the current version.
Are RAZ, Geek Bar, or Foger on the list?
As of November 10, 2026, RAZ, Geek Bar, and Foger do not appear on the FDA authorized e-cigarettes list. The official list names products from Glas, JUUL Labs, Logic, NJOY, and R.J. Reynolds (Vuse) only. Authorization applies only to the specific products named, and the list changes, so check the official FDA page. Authorization is not a first-invention date. For the public patent-record timeline, see when vapes were invented.
How does the PMTA pathway work?
- A manufacturer submits a Premarket Tobacco Product Application (PMTA) for a specific product to the FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products.
- The FDA reviews the application under its tobacco-product marketing standard.
- The FDA issues a marketing granted order (authorization) or a marketing denial order. See Tobacco Products Marketing Orders.
- Authorized products are added to the FDA authorized e-cigarettes list, usually on the day of authorization, and to the Searchable Tobacco Products Database.
How do I check whether a specific vape is authorized?
Search the FDA authorized e-cigarettes page (fda.gov/authorizedecigs) or the FDA Searchable Tobacco Products Database for the exact brand and product name. Authorization applies only to the specific products named, not to other products from the same company. The FDA says it intends to update the authorized e-cigarettes page on the day of an authorization.
Sources
- FDA: E-Cigarettes, “Vapes” and Other ENDS Authorized by the FDA (HTTP 200, checked Nov 10, 2026)
- FDA: Searchable Tobacco Products Database (HTTP 200, checked Nov 10, 2026)
- FDA: Tobacco Products Marketing Orders
- FDA: FDA Expands Market Access, Authorizes New ENDS Products (May 5, 2026)
- FDA: FDA Authorizes Marketing of JUUL2 (August 28, 2026)
FAQ
How many vapes are FDA authorized?
As of November 10, 2026, the FDA’s authorized e-cigarettes page states that the list is up to date and that there are 48 authorized e-cigarette products. The list changes, so check the official FDA page for the current count.
Does FDA authorization mean a vape is safe?
No. The FDA states that authorization does not mean these products are safe, and that they are not “FDA approved.” This page does not give medical advice.
Are RAZ vapes FDA approved?
The FDA authorizes specific e-cigarette products; it does not “approve” them. As of November 10, 2026, RAZ does not appear on the FDA authorized e-cigarettes list. Authorization applies only to the products named on that list, which changes. Check the official FDA page for the current version.
Are Geek Bar or Foger vapes FDA authorized?
As of November 10, 2026, Geek Bar and Foger do not appear on the FDA authorized e-cigarettes list. Authorization applies only to the specific products named. Check the official FDA page for the current list.
What’s the difference between FDA approved and FDA authorized?
“Approved” is the term for medical products evaluated as safe and effective. The FDA says that standard does not apply to tobacco products. A new tobacco product, including an e-cigarette, needs a written marketing order to be legally marketed in the U.S.
How do I check whether a specific vape is authorized?
Search the FDA authorized e-cigarettes page or the FDA Searchable Tobacco Products Database for the exact brand and product name. Authorization applies only to the specific products named, not to other products from the same company. The FDA says it intends to update the authorized e-cigarettes page on the day of an authorization.
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