Teen Vaping: Loopholes in age verification causing easier access to e cigarettes Did you know? In New York State, the legal age to buy or possess vape products is 21 not 18. That includes: E cigarettes Nicotine vape liquids Tobacco vape products Cannabis vape products Vaping Age: How Old Do You Have To Be To Vape In 2026? The FDA Regulations say the minimum age to sell tobacco and vaping products is 18, but it may be different for your store. We Card You'll have to be 21 to buy cigarettes or vape products in Washington starting Jan. 1, 2020 KNKX Public Radio