E-Cigarette Vending Machine Laws and Regulations in Wisconsin
Are Vape Vending machines legal in Wisconsin?
Tobacco, cigarettes, and nicotine products may be sold through a vending machine located in a place where the retailer or vending machine operator ensures that no person younger than 18 years of age is present or permitted to enter unless he or she is accompanied by his or her parent or guardian or by his or her spouse who has attained the age of 18 years.
Are there signage requirement for vape vending machines in Wisconsin?
The vending machine operator much attach a notice in a conspicuous place on the front of the vending machine stating that purchases of any cigarette or tobacco product by a person under the age of 18 is unlawful under s. 254.92 and that the purchaser is subject to a forfeiture not to exceed $50.
No such vending machine may be located within 500 feet of a school.
Stat. § 136.66 (b-cm)
Retailers must train new employees and independent contractors whose duties will include the sale of cigarettes or tobacco products for compliance with above statutes.
Stat. § 134.66 (2m)
Do I need a special vending license to operate vape vending machines in Wisconsin and do I need one for each location?
Anyone operating a vending machine must obtain an annual license issued by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection or by a local health department that is granted agent status under Wisconsin law.
A separate license is generally required for each location.
No county, city, village or town may require any license of, or impose any license or inspection fee on a vending machine operator or vending machine licensed under Wis. Stat. § 97.605.
Stat. § 97.605
Additional city, county, and state vending license requirements may apply.
Check with local municipality.
What are the taxes associated with nicotine and vapor products in Wisconsin?
Taxes
Excise Tax: Vapor products are taxed at the rate of $0.05 per ml of liquid or other substance.
Stat. § 139.76(1m)