Nicotine Strengths & E-Liquid Guide Ireland 2026 | LS Vape

2026 Irish E-Liquid Quick Facts:

• Legal Limit: Maximum nicotine strength is 20mg/ml.
  
  
• Bottle Size: All nicotine-containing liquids are restricted to 10ml.
  
  
• Excise Tax (EPT): A mandatory €0.50 per ml excise duty applies to all e-liquids (nicotine and nicotine-free).
  
  
• Retail Licensing: As of February 2026, all vendors must hold a valid HSE Nicotine Inhaling Products Licence.
  
  
• Safety Standards: Products feature child-resistant closures, TPD health warnings in English and Irish, and full batch traceability.
  
  

Disclaimer: This article is intended for adults aged 18 and over only.
It does not promote vaping or provide health advice.

Selecting the correct nicotine concentration is a key factor in ensuring your e-liquid is compatible with your hardware. At LS Vape, we provide a variety of formats across our BMG, Kinship, and LS Nic Salts ranges to meet the 2026 Irish regulatory standards.

As of February 2026, all nicotine-containing e-liquids in Ireland are limited to a maximum concentration of 20mg/ml and must be sold in 10ml containers.

Nicotine Strengths (mg/ml) and Usage Nicotine concentration is measured in milligrams per millilitre. Choosing the appropriate level typically depends on your previous requirements and your specific refillable vape kit:

• 20mg/ml (Legal Maximum): Often preferred by those with a frequent daily requirement.
  
  
• 12mg/ml – 18mg/ml: Moderate to high concentrations suitable for standard starter kits.
  
  
• 3mg/ml – 6mg/ml: Lower concentrations primarily used with high-power, sub-ohm devices.
  
  
• 0mg/ml: Formulations containing no nicotine (Note: Excise EPT still applies).
  
  

Technical Formats: Traditional vs. Nicotine Salts
While the nicotine concentration (mg/ml) may be the same, the format of the liquid changes the inhalation experience.

Traditional Nicotine (BMG & Kinship) Traditional nicotine is found in our classic tobacco and fruit ranges. In this format, as the mg/ml concentration increases, the physical presence of the vapour (throat hit) during inhalation becomes more noticeable.
View BMG here. 
View Kinship here. 

Nicotine Salts (LS Nic Salts) Nicotine salts are a modified formulation designed to have a reduced physical presence on the inhale, even at the maximum 20mg/ml limit. This format is also noted for its specific absorption rate.
View Nic Salts here.

Device Compatibility
To maintain consistent product performance, the nicotine concentration should match the device output:

• MTL Systems (Pods and Pens): These produce a smaller volume of vapour and are designed for medium to high concentrations (12mg/ml to 20mg/ml).
  
  
• Sub-Ohm Systems: These high-power kits produce large vapour clouds. It is standard practice to use lower concentrations (3mg/ml to 6mg/ml) with these devices.
  
  
• 2026 Compliance Standards Every product at LS Vape meets the 2026 HSE licensing and Revenue Excise (EPT) requirements. This ensures all 10ml bottles feature child-resistant closures, mandatory TPD health warnings, and traceable batch information.
  
  
  

Full product information is available across our website.
For general enquiries, you can contact the LS Vape team using the details below.

Call: +353 51 361030
Email: info@lsvape.com

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