New York Sues Online Vape Distributor Over Alleged Illegal Sales

The city accused Price Point of illegally selling and shipping of flavored disposable vapes, which have been banned in the city since 2019.
New York Sues Online Vape Distributor Over Alleged Illegal Sales
Vaping products, including flavored vape liquids and pods, are displayed at a store in Queens, New York City, on Sept. 17, 2019. Spencer Platt/Getty Images
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a lawsuit on Nov. 7 against vape and e-cigarette seller and distributor Price Point in an effort to curb use among teenagers.

At a city hall press conference, Adams said that the Mayor’s Office has filed a lawsuit against Price Point for the alleged illegal sale and shipping of flavored disposable vapes, which are particularly popular with middle and high school students.