Vaping Affected By US Tariffs—What It Means for You at Futuristic Vapes

Posted: April 2, 2025

You’ve probably heard the buzz—US tariffs jacking up prices on everything from tech to groceries. As a vaper, you might be wondering: “How’s this hitting my wallet at Futuristic Vapes?” Spoiler: not as much as you’d think. We’re here to break it down—where our gear comes from, what’s driving costs, and who’s really behind those price hikes. Hint: it’s not Uncle Sam.

Where Our Products Come From

At Futuristic Vapes, we’re proud to keep it local—most of our e-liquids are Made in Canada, supporting BC and beyond. Our key-note B.C. made brand "Ultra E-Juice" shines bright. A small handful come from China, but here’s the kicker: zero are US-made. That’s right—no Stars and Stripes in our juice lineup. So, US tariffs? They’re barely a blip for us.

Now, disposables and hardware—new vapes, starter kits, coils, accessories—that’s a different story. Those are Made in China, and tariffs from the US don’t touch them directly. We sidestep the drama, keeping your vape game strong.

Tariff Impact? Minimal—But Watch the Ripple

So, are US tariffs spiking our prices? To Date, Not really. Our Canadian e-liquids and Chinese hardware dodge the crossfire. But there’s a catch—rising material costs (think propylene glycol, nicotine) could nudge things up. Add in the CAD trading low against the USD (1 CAD = ~0.70 USD, April 2025), and imports might creep up $0.50–$1.50 per item based on currency. Speculation? Sure—but it’s peanuts compared to what’s coming next.

The Real Pain: Canada’s Vape Excise Tax

Forget tariffs—the Canadian government’s Excise Duty Tax on vape products is the real gut punch. Call it our homegrown “tariff”—and you, the consumer, foot the bill. Let’s talk e-juice:

• Pre-2023: A 30mL bottle was $20—clean, simple.
• Now, April 2025: That same bottle’s $26.39—with a $7.84 excise tax baked in. Oh, and that’s before BC’s brutal 20% PST (20% provincial + 5% federal GST combo), jacking it to $33.25.

That’s not a typo—26% tax on top of a tax. A $20 bottle in 2022 now costs you $33.25 in 2025. Who’s the bad guy here? Ottawa, unfortunately. 

Excise Tax: Year-Over-Year Sting

This “sin tax” isn’t static—it’s climbing, and fast. Check the trend:

- 2023: Tax debuted at $7.00—$25.56 total (with our base price).
- 2024: Up 12% to $7.84—$26.39 today.
- 2025: Another 12% hike looming—$8.78, pushing it to $27.33 before PST ($34.43 after). Ouch.

That’s $1.78 extra tax in two years—nearly $7 more per bottle with PST since pre-2023. Disposables? Same hit—taxed per mL, no escape.

The Punchline: Who’s Really Hiking Your Vape Costs?

US tariffs? Barely a scratch—our Canadian e-liquids and Chinese hardware keep us steady. A $0.25–$0.50 bump from CAD or materials? We’ll weather it. But Ottawa’s excise tax? That’s the beast—$7 today, $8.78 tomorrow, and 26% Sales Tax on top. Your vape bill’s ballooning, and it’s not us, not China, not the US—it’s the Feds in Ottawa, year over year.

Why Futuristic Vapes Stays Strong

We’re 10 years deep, BC’s vape kings—most of our e-juice is brewed here, supporting local, dodging tariff noise. Our Chinese hardware? Solid, untaxed by US rules. We’re not perfect—currency and materials might tick up—but we’re not the ones slapping $8–$9 taxes on your bottle. That’s Canada’s “support” for vapers.

We wholly support the "Buy Canadian" movement, even before the mainstream media picked it up. Support your local businesses and always when possible, BUY CANADIAN! 

Stay savvy—watch the “sin tax” creep. We’ll keep fighting for value, selection, and you. Drop by—let’s vape smarter, not pricier.

Canadian E-Juice manufacturers and retailers need your support now more than ever. The burden of the COVID era, tight regulations, and never-ending DOOM when it comes to Financial Hardships (Increased costs, Excise Taxes) has really put a strain on Canadian Manufacturers. When possible, SUPPORT Canadian Made Products. Try Ultra's E-Juice for a clean flavour without added sugars that burn out your coil faster. Proudly Canadian. 

- Neil @ Futuristic Vapes