Tennessee Vending Machine Sales of Tobacco and Electronic Cigarettes

Looking to install a vape vending machine in Tennessee? Understanding the local regulations is crucial for a smooth operation. This guide provides a concise overview of Tennessee's e-cigarette regulations.

Tennessee's Vape Machine Laws Are Common Across the States

Tennessee prioritizes responsible vaping through its regulations. Here's what you need to know for vape vending machines:

 

  • "(a) It is unlawful for any person to sell tobacco, smoking hemp, vapor products, or smokeless nicotine products through a vending machine unless the vending machine is located in any of the following locations:
    • (1) In areas of factories, businesses, offices, or other places that are not open to the public;
    • (2) In places that are open to the public but to which persons under twenty-one (21) years of age are denied access;
    • (3) In places where alcoholic beverages are sold for consumption on the premises, but only if the vending machine is under the continuous supervision of the owner or lessee of the premises or an employee of the owner or lessee of the premises, and is inaccessible to the public when the establishment is closed; and
    • (4) In other places, but only if the machine is under the continuous supervision of the owner or lessee of the premises or an employee of the owner or lessee of the premises, or the machine can be operated only by the use of a token purchased from the owner or lessee of the premises or an employee of the owner or lessee of the premises prior to each purchase, and is inaccessible to the public when the establishment is closed.
  • (b) In any place where supervision of a vending machine, or operation by token is required by this section, the person responsible for that supervision or the sale of the token shall demand proof of age from a prospective purchaser if an ordinary person would conclude on the basis of appearance that the prospective purchaser may be under thirty (30) years of age."

Source: 2023 Tennessee Code
Title 39 - CRIMINAL OFFENSES (§§ 39-1-101 — 39-17-1812)
Chapter 17 - OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE (§§ 39-17-101 — 39-17-1812)
Part 15 - PREVENTION OF YOUTH ACCESS TO TOBACCO AND ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES ACT (§§ 39-17-1501 — 39-17-1551)
Section 39-17-1507 - Vending machine sales

Stay Informed for a Successful Business

Vape laws can change, so it's important to have the latest information. We recommend checking the Tennessee government resources for the most up-to-date regulations.

We Support Responsible Vape Businesses

By following these regulations, you can ensure a responsible and compliant vape vending machine operation in Tennessee. Contact us to discuss how our age-verification systems and compliant vending machine placements can help your Tennessee vape business thrive.

Disclaimer

This page is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Please refer to official Tennessee government resources for the most current regulations.