- AAOK
- Airmez
- AIVONO
- ARYMI
- ATVS
- Bang
- BANG BOX
- BIMO
- BOOD
- BREZE STIIK
- BUG
- CLOUD NINE
- CRAZYACE
- CRYSTAL MARY
- ELF BOX
- FIHP
- FIZZY
- Fussy
- Grativape
- Hazey
- Higo
- Humo
- IQTE
- JNR
- Lavande
- LAVIE
- Mesii
- MOTI
- MRVI
- MYDE
- NEXA
- OLD SCHOOL
- Pluscig
- PUFFEEL
- RandM
- Razz bar
- SFOG
- SOLARIS
- Uwin
- UZY
- VAPEN
- VAPME
- VASY
- Vhill
- VOPK
- VOZOL
- WASPE
- WGA
- ZOOY
Goal: Use a simple method to determine the authenticity of e-cigarettes and reduce the risk of buying fake and non-compliant products.Quick overview
- Fake Vape Often counterfeiting popular brands (such as Bang, JNR, etc.), they look more and more like the real thing.
- Counterfeit goods may exist Poor battery quality、Unknown components of e-liquid、Nicotine labeling is inaccurate or exceeds the label etc. questions.
- One of the most reliable ways is to do Authenticity Check : Use the brand’s official website anti-counterfeiting code/QR code for verification, and check with UK’s MHRA/ECID information.
Table of Contents
1) What is Fake Vape? Why should we pay attention to
Fake Vape Refers to e-cigarettes/cartridges/liquids that are not authorized by the brand but use the brand packaging and model. They often bypass formal channels and compliance reviews, You cannot confirm the production process, raw material sources and safety standards. A large number of illegal products have been seized in the British market in recent years, and consumers need to have basic identification skills.
2) Main risks of counterfeit goods
- Smoke oil is opaque : The formula and nicotine content may be inconsistent with the label.
- Hardware is unreliable : Rough workmanship, oil leakage, unstable atomization； Batteries and circuits are more likely to fail.
- lack of traceability : If there is a problem, it is difficult to complain, return or trace the source.
3) Quick comparison: real vs fake
| Check items | More like the real thing | More like fake |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-counterfeiting code/QR code | Authenticity Check can be completed on the brand’s official website, and the results are clear | Missing/cannot be scanned/redirects to strange URLs/unusually high number of verifications |
| Packaging and printing | Clear fonts, uniform colors, and complete warning information | Typos, unclear words, large color differences, lack of warnings or instructions |
| Barcode and batch number | EAN/barcode compatible products； Batch numbers are clear and consistent | No barcode/skewed sticker； Batch number is missing, altered or inconsistent |
| Sealing and Sealing | The seal/plastic seal is tight and will be obviously damaged when opened. | The plastic seal is loose, as if it has been opened and then sealed back. |
| Price and channel | The price is close to the normal range of the market； Source traceable | Abnormally low prices, private chats on social media, and small sites with unknown origins |
4) Authenticity Check: four-step verification process (recommended to do it every time)
- Look at the appearance first : Check whether typos, printing clarity, warning labels, and seals are complete.
- Looking for anti-counterfeiting stickers : Usually on the side/bottom of the box, there is a scratch code or QR code.
- Scan the QR code carefully : After scanning the QR code, be sure to confirm that the domain name is the official website of the brand. A more prudent approach would be Manually enter the brand official website Then enter the verification page and enter the anti-counterfeiting code.
- Check results : If it displays “invalid” or “has been queried many times”, it is highly suspicious. It is recommended to stop using it and contact the seller.
Tip: In the UK, try to choose products and merchants that can verify MHRA/ECID information and labeling specifications.
5) Common brand verification points (brief description)
- Elf Bar / Lost Mary : Most of them are scratch codes + QR codes. The official verification page will return authenticity and query number prompts.
- VAPORESSO / OXVA : A common 14-digit anti-counterfeiting code or anti-counterfeiting sticker must be entered for verification according to the official process.
- SKE（Crystal Bar） : There are usually scratch codes, so be alert if verification fails or the number of repeated queries is abnormal.
6) What should I do if I suspect that I have purchased fake goods?
- Deactivate now : “Try again” is not recommended.
- Keep packaging and certificates : Convenient for returns and complaints.
- Contact sellers and brands : Apply for a return or exchange and submit information about suspected fakes to the brand.
7) Conclusion
Fake vapes may “look the same,” but the risks often come from places you can’t see: e-liquid, nicotine content, and battery safety. The safest way is to purchase from trusted channels and insist on doing Authenticity Check (brand official website verification + compliance information check).