Popular Distributors of Flavored Vapes Targeted in NYC Lawsuit

The lawsuit alleges that vape packaging uses colors, themes, and sometimes cartoon characters to appeal to children.

A former smoke shop on 2nd Ave. in Harlem, New York City, on April 7, 2025. The shop was across from a school. New York is aiming to curb an epidemic of youth vaping. Oliver Mantyk/The Epoch Times

NEW YORK—Top national distributors of flavored vapes are facing a new lawsuit filed by the administration of New York City Mayor Eric Adams. It continues the city’s efforts to turn around what Adams called “exploding” vape addiction among middle and high schoolers.

The lawsuit filed April 7 in U.S. District Court targets nine major distributors of flavored vapes, including Puff Bar, MYLÉ Vape, and Evo. The companies involved aren’t restricted to the New York market, with most being headquartered in California, Florida, and other states.