Rhode Island Smoke Shop Regulations

high risk

Last verified: April 4, 2026

Flavor Ban Status

full ban

Permanent flavor ban effective Jan 1 2025. Exempts menthol and tobacco.

Delta-8 / Hemp Status

banned

Prohibited

Kratom Status

legal

Kratom ban REVERSED Apr 1 2026. Now regulated via KCPA: 21+, testing, 15% excise tax.

Vape Tax

$0.50/mL closed

Tobacco Tax

4.25

License Required

Yes

RI Division of Taxation

License Cost

$200/yr

PMTA Directory Required

Minimum Purchase Age

21+

Flavor Ban Details

all_except_tobacco_menthol

all_vape_ends

Permanent ban effective Jan 1 2025. Replaces earlier executive order. Exempts menthol and tobacco flavors. Only applies to ENDS/vape products, not combustible tobacco.

Effective: 1/1/2025

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