Vape Batteries and Charging

Take Charge of Battery Safety

Vaping kits and disposable vapes use batteries which require careful use. Please read through the important safety information below.

Safety Guidelines

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Essential Battery Safety Tips

Most risks around vaping and e-cigarettes are related to their batteries and how they're charged. Follow these important safety guidelines:

  • Use the correct charger: Only use the chargers that came with your device
  • Never charge unattended: Don't leave e-cigarettes charging overnight or when you're away
  • Unplug after charging: Don't leave items continuously on charge after the charge cycle is complete
  • Allow ventilation: Never cover batteries that are on charge, in case of overheating
  • Avoid temperature extremes: Don't store, use, or charge batteries in very high or low temperatures
  • Protect from damage: Keep batteries safe from being damaged, crushed, punctured, or immersed in water
  • Prevent short circuits: Never let your battery come into contact with metal items such as coins or keys in a pocket or bag, as this can cause a short circuit and explosion

Additional Resources

For more detailed information and official guidance, please visit the UK Government Guidelines on E-Cigarette Battery Safety.

Information sourced from: Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (DBEIS) and Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS). Published 17 February 2020.