The Frozen Collection - Chilling Innovation: The Creation of Our Legendary Menthol E-Juice Collection
In 2014, as vaping gained popularity and the demand for a refreshing menthol e-juice grew louder, we embarked on a journey to craft the perfect menthol vaping experience. We understood that former menthol cigarette smokers sought a familiar, icy sensation without the overpowering chill that many existing options delivered.
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Excise Tax 2023
As of January 1, 2023, a new excise tax has been implemented on vaping products in Canada. This tax is being implemented at the federal level and applies to all vape products, including electronic cigarettes, e-liquids, and other vapor products.
There has been a new excise tax implemented in Canada. This excise tax on vaping products is known as the federal Excise Duty on Tobacco Products and is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
An excise tax is a tax that is levied on the production, sale, or use of a specific good or service.
This tax is being implemented through the introduction of a new excise duty framework. The duty applies to all vaping related e-liquids that are manufactured in Canada or imported and that are intended for use in a vaping device in Canada, as well as any vaping related items. Excise taxes are also a popular policy tool used by governments around the world to discourage the consumption of products that are perceived to be harmful to individuals or society.
This tax is applied to the taxable amount of e-liquid, which is the wholesale price of the e-liquid plus any applicable markups, minus any applicable discounts or rebates. The taxable amount is determined at the time the e-liquid is delivered to the purchaser. This tax is also intended to discourage the use of e-cigarettes and other vaping products, particularly among young people.
E-cigarettes and other vaping products have become increasingly popular in recent years, with many people turning to them as a way to quit smoking traditional cigarettes.
This new tax has been the topic of being very controversial since it has been implemented. Let's explore some of the reasons why.
One of the pros people see with the excise tax, is that it may be seen as a positive step in reducing the use of these products. However some people argue that the tax disproportionately affects low-income individuals, who may be more likely to use e-cigarettes as a cheaper alternative to smoking.
There is also concern that the excise tax may not effectively discourage the use of e-cigarettes, as it may simply drive people to purchase these products from unregulated sources or on the black market.
Another issue that may arise is the excise tax may not effectively address the negative externalities associated with the product. For example, if the excise tax is intended to reduce smoking rates to reduce the burden on the healthcare system, it may not be effective if people continue to smoke despite the higher price.
And finally, the excise tax may not be a sustainable source of revenue in the long term, as people may reduce their consumption of the taxed product or switch to substitutes, leading to declining tax revenues.
Overall, the excise tax on vaping products is a controversial issue that raises a number of complex questions about public health, personal choice, and the role of government in regulating consumer behavior. While the tax may be "well-intentioned", it is important to carefully consider the potential consequences and ensure that any policy decisions are made with the best interests of the public in mind.
We must constantly voice our concerns with illogical legislation; if legislation and taxes are intended to be positive for society, there should be facts and logic to back all decision. To charge a Sin tax on a product that has no demonstrable harms is illogical and unfair.
Vaping products that are subject to the excise tax must bear an excise stamp that indicates that the tax has been paid. The excise stamp must be affixed to the packaging of the vaping product in a manner that is specified by the CRA. The excise stamp must also include certain information, such as the date of manufacture, the name and address of the manufacturer, and the type and quantity of the product.
In addition to the excise tax, vaping products may also be subject to other taxes and fees in Canada, such as the goods and services tax (GST) and the harmonized sales tax (HST).
For the first 10mL of liquid the duty is $1.00 per 2mL. For each additional 10mL of liquid the duty is at the rate of $1.00 per 10mL
Disposable/Pods
Less than 2 ml = $1
2-4 ml = $2
4-6 ml = $3
6-8 ml = $4
8-10 ml = $5
If there are multiple containers in the package (multiple pods/devices in a pack), the duty is individually applied to each unit
Juice
10mL = $5.00
30mL = $7.00
60mL = $10.00
120mL = $16.00
Undika is a flavour with no comparison. This combination offers a unique taste from start to finish, delivering a full body tropical experience. The main goal for Undika was to create a flavour that utilized all of our senses; not only did it have to taste great but also smell and feel like the ultimate tropical experience. We spent over 5 years of trial and error and finally perfected Undika, which is VanGo’s and perhaps the industry’s most unique flavour yet. Undika is jam packed with some of the world’s most exotic fruits like the elusive African Horned Cucumber, luscious Pink Guavas, juicy Tangerines and fresh Pineapples. We hope you enjoy the flave as much as we did the journey!
Undika is a flavour with no comparison. This combination offers a unique taste from start to finish, delivering a full body tropical experience. The main goal for Undika was to create a flavour that utilized all of our senses; not only did it have to taste great but also smell and feel like the ultimate tropical experience. We spent over 5 years of trial and error and finally perfected Undika, which is VanGo’s and perhaps the industry’s most unique flavour yet. Undika is jam packed with some of the world’s most exotic fruits like the elusive African Horned Cucumber, luscious Pink Guavas, juicy Tangerines and fresh Pineapples. We hope you enjoy the flave as much as we did the journey!
The journey started in 2017 when VanGo decided they wanted to shake up the industry with a new and exciting flavour that’s never been done before. The idea, as mentioned earlier, is to create the best tropical vape juice in the world. We wanted to combine crazy exotic fruits like
The journey started in 2017 when VanGo decided they wanted to shake up the industry with a new and exciting flavour that’s never been done before. The idea, as mentioned earlier, is to create the best tropical vape juice in the world. We wanted to combine crazy exotic fruits like African Horned Cucumber, Pink guava, Cactus and Pineapple.
2018 was a hectic year filled with testing and blending flavours. With numerous fruits to work with, finding the perfect balance was a very difficult yet flavourful task.
African Horned Cucumber, Pink guava, Cactus and Pineapple. Now that the idea and flavours were cemented, it was time to get to work. 2018 was a hectic year filled with testing and blending flavours. With numerous fruits to work with, finding the perfect balance was a very difficult yet flavourful task.
Moving into 2019, VanGo decided to add two more flavours to the already existing tropical masterpiece, Pink Guava and Tangerine. These two flavours really help create the body of the tropical flavour alongside the Pineapple, while letting the African Horned Cucumber and Cactus act as envelopes and hints as you exhale.
Once we entered 2020, we knew the perfect idea was there. A blast of Pineapple, Pink Guava and Tangerine with an exotic envelope of African Horned Cucumber and hints of Cactus. Although the creation of Undika might have seemed almost complete, the balancing of the intricate flavours still needed a lot of attention. Throughout 2020 and 2021 the flavour tasting process continued. Long nights were spent creating different
Moving into 2019, VanGo decided to add two more flavours to the already existing tropical masterpiece, Pink Guava and Tangerine. These two flavours really help create the body of the tropical flavour alongside the Pineapple, while letting the African Horned Cucumber and Cactus act as envelopes and hints as you exhale.
Once we entered 2020, we knew the perfect idea was there. A blast of Pineapple, Pink Guava and Tangerine with an exotic envelope of African Horned Cucumber and hints of Cactus. Although the creation of Undika might have seemed almost complete, the balancing of the intricate flavours still needed a lot of attention. Throughout 2020 and 2021 the flavour tasting process continued. Long nights were spent creating different versions, one after the other, constantly tasting and creating. At VanGo we don’t release it until everyone says it’s perfect.
2022 was the magical year for VanGo Vapes, Undika, the highly anticipated flavour 5 years in the making was complete and ready to release! Early in March, 2022, Head Chef & CEO Saadiq Daya, walked into the office with the final version ready to be tested. All members of VanGo gathered around and waited patiently as Saadiq poured the tropical masterpiece into a tester. As everyone tried the flavour, you could see that it was complete from the looks in their eyes. The best tropical flavour in 2022 has been created! Cheers and hugs were spread through the room as the 5 year process had finally come to an end. Undika, the tropical masterpiece was complete.
versions, one after the other, constantly tasting and creating. Each person involved in the process had their own unique opinion on the flavour, and with VanGo we don’t release it until everyone says it’s perfect. Many little touches were added in the background of the flavor to give the perfect combination of fruits; it is by far the most complicated flavor we have ever created.
2022 was the magical year for VanGo Vapes, Undika, the highly anticipated flavour 5 years in the making was complete and ready to release! Early in March, 2022, Head Chef & CEO Saadiq Daya, walked into the office with the final version ready to be tested. All members of VanGo gathered around and waited patiently as Saadiq poured the tropical masterpiece into a tester. As everyone tried the flavour, you could see that it was complete from the looks in their eyes. The best tropical flavour in 2022 has been created! Cheers and hugs were spread through the room as the 5 year process had finally come to an end. Undika, the tropical masterpiece was complete.
Stay tuned for the Frozen version of course...
Moving into 2019, VanGo decided to add two more flavours to the already existing tropical masterpiece, Pink Guava and Tangerine. These two flavours really help create the body of the tropical flavour alongside the Pineapple, while letting the African Horned Cucumber and Cactus act as envelopes and hints as you exhale.
Once we entered 2020, we knew the perfect idea was there. A blast of Pineapple, Pink Guava and Tangerine with an exotic envelope of African Horned Cucumber and hints of Cactus. Although the creation of Undika might have seemed almost complete, the balancing of the intricate flavours still needed a lot of attention.
Throughout 2020 and 2021 the flavour tasting process continued. Long nights were spent creating different versions, one after the other, constantly tasting and creating. Each person involved in the process had their own unique opinion on the flavour, and with VanGo we don’t release it until everyone says it’s perfect.
2022 was the magical year for VanGo Vapes, Undika, the highly anticipated flavour 5 years in the making was complete and ready to release! Early in March, 2022, Head Chef & CEO Saadiq Daya, walked into the office with the final version ready to be tested. All members of VanGo gathered around and waited patiently as Saadiq poured the tropical masterpiece into a tester. As everyone tried the flavour, you could see that it was complete from the looks in their eyes. The best tropical flavour in 2022 has been created! Cheers and hugs were spread through the room as the 5 year process had finally come to an end. Undika, the tropical masterpiece was complete.
Undika is a flavour with no comparison. This combination offers a unique taste from start to finish, delivering a full body tropical experience. The main goal for Undika was to create a flavour that utilized all of our senses; not only did it have to taste great but also smell and feel like the ultimate tropical experience. We spent over 5 years of trial and error and finally perfected Undika, which is VanGo’s and perhaps the industry’s most unique flavour yet. Undika is jam packed with some of the world’s most exotic fruits like the elusive African Horned Cucumber, luscious Pink Guavas, juicy Tangerines and fresh Pineapples. We hope you enjoy the flave as much as we did the journey!
The journey started in 2017 when VanGo decided they wanted to shake up the industry with a new and exciting flavour that’s never been done before. The idea, as mentioned earlier, is to create the best tropical vape juice in the world. We wanted to combine crazy exotic fruits like African Horned Cucumber, Pink guava, Cactus and Pineapple.
Now that the idea and flavours were cemented, it was time to get to work. 2018 was a hectic year filled with testing and blending flavours. With numerous fruits to work with, finding the perfect balance was a very difficult yet flavourful task.
Moving into 2019, VanGo decided to add two more flavours to the already existing tropical masterpiece, Pink Guava and Tangerine. These two flavours really help create the body of the tropical flavour alongside the Pineapple, while letting the African Horned Cucumber and Cactus act as envelopes and hints as you exhale.
Once we entered 2020, we knew the perfect idea was there. A blast of Pineapple, Pink Guava and Tangerine with an exotic envelope of African Horned Cucumber and hints of Cactus. Although the creation of Undika might have seemed almost complete, the balancing of the intricate flavours still needed a lot of attention.
Throughout 2020 and 2021 the flavour tasting process continued. Long nights were spent creating different versions, one after the other, constantly tasting and creating. Each person involved in the process had their own unique opinion on the flavour, and with VanGo we don’t release it until everyone says it’s perfect.
2022 was the magical year for VanGo Vapes, Undika, the highly anticipated flavour 5 years in the making was complete and ready to release!
Early in March, 2022, Head Chef & CEO Saadiq Daya, walked into the office with the final version ready to be tested. All members of VanGo gathered around and waited patiently as Saadiq poured the tropical masterpiece into a tester. As everyone tried the flavour, you could see that it was complete from the looks in their eyes. The best tropical flavour in 2022 has been created! Cheers and hugs were spread through the room as the 5 year process had finally come to an end. Undika, the tropical masterpiece was complete.
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2019, the cost of everything has gone up. From food items to cars, supply has become more limited with increasing demands, thus creating a massive price increase. The vaping industry as a whole has taken some hits during this pandemic with unforeseen price increases in key ingredients such as, Vegetable Glycerin, Propylene Glycol and Nicotine. Not to mention the massive price hike in shipping internationally.
As the vaping industry relies heavily on a couple ingredients to create their e-juice, it’s apparent that they keep the juice flowing, even if it means paying a higher price. To put things into perspective, a barrel of VG pre-pandemic cost around $500 and moving into 2022, a barrel now costs an upwards of $1500, not including the cost of shipping from China to Canada. But what’s causing the price increase of Vegetable Glycerin in 2022? A large factor in this is the production of Hand Gel. As Hand Gel became one of the hottest items during the pandemic, a ton of factories switched over to producing Hand Gel, whose main ingredient is Vegetable Glycerine. Next, the price of oil significantly dropped during 2020, which caused a decrease in demand for bio-diesel. Vegetable Glycerin happens to be the main bi-product for Bio-diesel. With the increase in demand for Vegetable Glycerin and decrease in production, it’s created quite the problem for vape manufacturers worldwide.
The other main culprit causing the rise in price of e-juice is the increase in international shipping. As we make our way into 2022, shipping costs remain at an all time high. Between Asia and North America, it costs $2,500 - $3,000 for a 40-ft container - that’s 25-
40% higher than last year. The primary reason for the sudden spike is, you guessed it, COVID-19. The pandemic affected global supply chains and shipping reflects that. There was also a massive shipping container shortage due to the pandemic. China’s economy opened back up way earlier than the US and EU, however, the majority of the containers were stuck there. As you can imagine, every spot on a container during the past 2 years has increased in price dramatically. Prices for spots on containers have risen to $3,500 compared to $1,800 the year before.
As we reach the halfway point of 2022, we hope to see a decrease in the price of VG, PG, and Nicotine, as well as shipping, which are all main factors in the rising price of E-juice.
If you’re new to the vaping scene, the temperature section on your box mod or vaporize may raise a bit of confusion. What’s the purpose and benefit? Why would I need something like this on my device? However, there are a lot of benefits that you may not know of and setting the perfect temperature for your device is a lot easier than you think!
Before we get into setting up the right watts and/ or joule for your device, let’s figure out what these even mean. To put it simply, wattage is the measure of the amount of power an electronic cigarette uses. Adjusting your vape wattage means altering the temperature produced by the atomizers/ coils as the juice is being heated. The main purpose of adjusting the wattage is so you can fine-tune your vape to your desired taste and preferences. The wattage has a direct effect on the vapes flavour, throat hit, and cloud size. These are all variables that need to be tested and well balanced in order to achieve the optimal vaping experience. For most cig-a-like devices that closely mimic smoking, they are usually set at 7-15 watts. For some users, this is a perfect setting as it guarantees a satisfying hit. For users with box mods looking for more flavour and
clouds, the 40-50 watt range is ideal. At these levels is when you really start to taste the flavour and subtleties of your e-liquid. It’s at this range where the denseness of vapour and hit to the throat also begin to come out. For newer users, keep in mind that while vaping desert or richer flavours, such as tobacco, coffee, and custard tend to taste better as you increase the wattage.
So now that you know what wattage is, you must be thinking about joules and how they tie into your vaping device. Newer vaping devices include Joule controls rather than the standard wattage controls. Joules are another form of measuring energy. Without getting too technical and losing the train of thought, a joule is 1 amp passing through a resistance of 1 ohm per second. 1 watt equals 1 joule per second. If you’re feeling confused, don’t be! Joules are mainly used to adjust your settings more accurately. If you’re still scratching your head, vaping at 40 joules is roughly equal to vaping at 40 watts. Go figure.
For the casual vaper, variable-wattage devices are the way to go. They offer you the freedom to customize your vaping experience by fine-tuning your device to the exact desired wattage you want, depending on the e-juice you’re using. If you enjoy switching between different flavours, a change in wattage or coils could be the key to unlocking the best flavour in each e-liquid. Experimenting with different combinations of wattage and coils will help establish the perfect wattage for you. Variable wattage devices come in all varieties, including variable wattage pod kits, such as the SMOK RPM40, SMOK IPX 80 kit and the Geekvape Aegis Boost coils. Some of the best variable wattage devices include, Vaporesso Gen S, SMOK Nord 4, and the VooPoo Drag 3. Interested in finding the right device and coils? head on over to VanGoVapes.com/devices !
It’s no secret that the team at VanGo loves creating and mastering fruity flavours. The fruity flavours from VanGo started out as their main market and has remained the same since! There’s just something about their combination of fruits and unique flavours that you can’t find anywhere else in the world! Two of the most popular fruit flavours from VanGo are Sophie and Sophene.
Sophie contains Strawberry, Pineapple & Guava. You’ve seen and tasted these flavours before, but it’s the right combination that’ll have you coming back, tank after tank! The Strawberry notes are quite dominant but adds a sweet layer to the rich Pineapple and juicy pink Guavas making every hit as delicious as the last. Our goal was to create a tropical fruit punch that takes you back to your childhood days spent at the beach. Perfect to use as an all day vape, this spring on a tropical flavour will have your taste buds satisfied all day long.
Looking for a tropical flavour with a cooling breeze of menthol? Let me introduce you to Sophene, Frozen Sophene to be exact. One of the newest additions to the Frozen Collection is now our top selling flavour. This tropical e-liquid is the perfect combination of Strawberries, Pineapple and a drizzle of menthol. The real secret to this flavor is the guava that adds a new dimension to this tropical e-juice. Frozen Sophene is the perfect all day vape for vapers seeking a tropical flavor or vapers looking to explore menthol flavors without feeling overwhelmed from the cold.
Cactus Jango is a refreshing explosion of fruit, and it goes great with lunch! Of course, it’s great for any time of the day, but there’s something about the sun shining and that midday that just calls for Cactus Jango! Head on over to VanGoVapes.com or checkout the Legendary Series flavours below to start flaving!
Flavour inspiration can come from anywhere. For the new addition to the quenchers series, Pinaculars, we looked at some of the flavors of our past.
Our inspiration for Pinaculars was pina colada, we wanted to create a flavour that takes you on a trip to the tropics. Once the banana, coconut and pineapples were perfectly blended together we realized that there was room for something else. We wanted to add our own twist to a classic flavour enjoyed by many, so we put a hint of tangerine to add some sweet tanginess to tie the flavour together. Pinaculars contains juicy pineapple, layers of rich bananas, and undertones of sweet coconut.
Pinaculars is quite the international flavour. Pineapples, Bananas, and Coconuts are found in tropical and hot countries, such as Costa Rica, Australia, India, China and Africa. The origins of coconuts are the subject of controversy with some authorities claiming it is native to
southeast Asia, while others claim its origin is in northwestern South America. Fossil records from New Zealand indicate that small, coconut-like plants grew there as far back 15 million years ago.
The flavour making process seems simple but it actually takes months, sometimes years to come up with the final version. We have to test tons of different flavours in different amounts to get it just right. The challenge with Pinaculars was to soften the intensity of the tangerine so it wasn’t overpowering. The result is the bite of juicy pineapples and banana with a hint of coconut and a touch of tangy tangerines.
Picture yourself with friends on a nice summer day in the tropics enjoying this tantalizing mix of flavours as you hangout on the beach watching the sun set. Pinaculars is a great flavour to enjoy as an all day vape and while you create summer memories.
It’s no secret that VanGo Vapes loves innovating and improving flavours. What started out as a risky flavour, turned into one of the best selling flavours in VanGo’s lineup, Cactus Jango. CEO Saadiq Daya says “that it all started with trying to put a twist on a classic mango flavour”.
Cactus Jango has become a phenomenon amongst the vaping community, receiving amazing feedback from VanGo supporters such as, “I LOVE THIS JUICE! Such a great taste” “ Cactus I love you, Jango!”, “Always amazing, always come back to this juice”. The legendary flavour has become a flavour like no other and will continue to be vaped by many.
Cactus Jango is one of VanGo Vapes’ crown jewels. Released in 2017, it came out of a challenge to stand up and be a fruit flavoured vape like no other. One thing VanGo loves when creating a new flavour is a challenge. Mango and Lychee are often found in candy, soda, and juices around the world, and offers a unique and wonderful taste. VanGo wanted to recreate these mouth watering flavours in an e-liquid with their own twist. And that’s where the Jackfruit and Cactus came into play. Containing unique fruits like Jackfruit, Lychee and Cactus with popping flavours like Strawberry and Mango, it is a full-mouthed flavour like no other. At first, people were skeptical about the combination of Cactus and Jackfruit but once they gave it a try, they fell in love with ‘the jang’. If you like your Jango a little cold, check out Jango Chill! A new twist on a classic flavour, mellowed out with a touch of coolness.
Jango Chill is a lighter, cooler twist of our top selling flavour Cactus Jango. If you find the Jango too intense or you want some ice with that, Jango Chill is the perfect flavour! A slightly cooled blend of Mango, Jackfruit, Strawberries and hints of Cactus and Lychee, it’s the perfect all day vape.
Cactus Jango is a refreshing explosion of fruit, and it goes great with lunch! Of course, it’s great for any time of the day, but there’s something about the sun shining and that midday that just calls for Cactus Jango! Head on over to VanGoVapes.com or checkout the Legendary Series flavours below to start flaving!
With hundreds if not thousands of different E-juices on the market it’s important for all vapers to know what’s inside their favourite e-juice. The main ingredients are food flavouring, vegetable glycerin (VG), and Propylene Glycol (PG). One component that tends to receive a lot of attention with surrounding myths is Diacetyl.
Diacetyl is a chemical found in the majority of e-juices and allows for companies to offer fruit, candy and dessert flavours. Diacetyl is safe to ingest, and inhale. However people have been making claims that in the rare case diacetyl may cause permanent lung damage and scarring. One of the biggest myths surrounding Diacetyl is that it gives you popcorn lungs if inhaled through an E-cigarette.
One of the most commonly held concerns is that e-cigarettes might cause ‘popcorn lung’. This came about because some flavourings used in e-liquids to provide a buttery flavour contain the chemical diacetyl, which at very high levels of exposure has been associated with the serious lung disease bronchiolitis obliterans. The condition gained its popular name because it was initially observed among workers in a popcorn factory and these workers were inhaling extremely high amounts of diacetyl, considering that they were constantly heating up butter and other oils directly. However, diacetyl is banned as an ingredient from e-cigarettes and e-liquids in the UK. It had been detected in some e-liquid flavourings in the past, but at levels thousands of times lower than in popcorn factories for
sure - even cigarettes have a significantly higher concentration of diacetyl than any vaping e-liquids. Even at these levels, smoking is not a major risk factor for this rare disease.
A 2015 study done at Harvard University found that 39 of the 51 (75%) of the flavoured vapes that were studied contained diacetyl. However, only 8 brands were used during the study. As we know, there are many of the same flavours made from different brands. Keep in mind that we don’t know if all brands were tested or just 2 of the 8. In continuation, this study only conducted the study on popular e-juices at that time, which means that future brands, such as VanGo Vapes, crafted their e-juice with the avoidance of diacetyl. Another interesting fact that the media loves to forget is that diacetyl is found in many other tobacco products and in larger quantities. When diacetyl was measured in e-liquid, it came in at 9.0 micrograms. The same studies showed that tobacco smoke measured levels of diacetyl of 335.9 micrograms, even at these levels, the risk factor for popcorn lunch or other irritations are extremely low because it takes hundreds of times that amount to equate to a condition similar to popcorn lung, as the workers in the popcorn factories did. While there does need to be more research conducted on both tobacco and vape products, we all need to focus on how vaping helps tobacco users shift to a 97% less harmful alternative to smoking tobacco cigarettes.
Vape juice has a long way to go in scientific studies and long term effects. However, you can take charge and find a vape juice that does not contain diacetyl, just to be safe. The FDA approved chemical, Diacetyl, when inhaled and consumed in small amounts causes no major risk factors. Cigarettes contain way more Diacetyl in them and even if you’re smoking, the risk factors are extremely low. If you have any further questions in regards to diacetyl or on how we make our juice, please feel free to send us an email at info@vangovapes.com. At VangoVapes, our mission is to make every drop as good as a bite of your favorite dessert, a sip of your favorite coffee, a nibble of your favorite candy or a swig of your favorite soda. We strive to make our flavours out of the highest quality and safest ingredients!
If you’re familiar with VanGo Vapes you know that all of our flavours are a part of a respected collection. Whether you have Frozen Mango in the Frozen Collection or Tropical Paradise in the House of Fruit Blends, each collection of flavours represents a certain theme. This is always true with our flavours except when it comes to the one and only Legendary Series. The Legendary Collection consists of VanGo’s 7 crown jewels; Cactus Jango, The Root, Frozen Ophelia, Ice Shot, Frozen Tropix, Strawlen & Jango Chill. So what makes the Legendary flavours so special?
Let's start off with VanGo’s best selling flavour for the past couple of years, Frozen Ophelia. First, it’s not only the fruits in the flavour that make it so unique, but also the perfect blend of each one in contrast to the menthol, and each ingredient is carefully selected as to not overpower the others. Frozen Ophelia is the perfect cool, refreshing combination of Cactus, Mango, Strawberry, and Kiwi. A lot of newcomers get thrown off by the cactus flavour, however, it offers a unique flavour profile with tons of depth and taste. The not so secret cherry on top of Frozen Ophelia is VanGo’s altered cooling blend that freezes the fruits to perfection. The flavour connoisseurs at VanGo have been working on their menthol blend since 2014 and have consistently tweaked and re-worked it until like everything else, they perfected it in each situation.
Next, let me introduce you to Cactus Jango. Cactus Jango is one of VanGo Vapes’ top flavours of all-time. Released in 2017, it came out of a challenge to stand up and be a fruit flavoured vape like no other. Containing unique fruits like Jackfruit, Lychee and Cactus with popping flavours like Strawberry and Mango, it has a full-mouthed flavour like no other and has solidified its spot in the Legendary Series.
Looking to add a little chill to your Jango? Jango Chill is a lighter, cooler twist of our top selling flavour Cactus Jango. If you find the Jango too intense or you want some ice with that, Jango Chill is the perfect flavour with its tasty notes of lychee accenting off the jackfruit, cactus, mint & strawberry.
A flavour of the Legendary Series that’s a personal favourite for many, is The Root. If you’re looking for a tasty, craft Root Beer blend then you’ve found the holy grail. In reality, many Root flavours in vapes come with a bland and generic flavour because they run off a simple flavour template. With that being said, VanGo took it upon themselves to create their own personal Root Beer blend from scratch because that's just how real Root drinks are done!
First, we built the Root-ey base of the flavour by carefully selecting and balancing spices and unique earth tones in minute amounts. Then, we endeavoured to replicate the sweet syrupy goodness of the flavour. Once we got that exactly right, it was time to blend these two flavour profiles together! We took the Root-iness and the sweetness (which we referred to as dark and light) and combined them. This last phase took the longest because we wanted to ensure we achieved the perfect balance between light and dark. The result is a beautifully crafted e-juice that preserves the authenticity of the drink that we all love and remember. Say goodbye to calories and cavities, The Root will satisfy your Root-ey cravings.
Then we have Strawlen, a flavour inspired to satisfy your strawberry e-juice dreams. We wanted to create a flavour that highlighted the freshness of a strawberry that did not taste artificial, so after months of trial and error we were proud of this masterpiece. We found the freshness of the watermelon, kiwi and blackberries only complimented the juiciness and sweet taste of the strawberries that make Strawlen the perfect all day vape.
For those menthol lovers who love the cold to the next level! Vape this menthol shot on its own for those who dare or mix it in with any other e juice to add the unique VanGo eliquid coolness you desire! Whether you are looking for new icy flavours as you are done with the ones available or just want that extreme ice, the VanGo Ice Shot is perfect!
Last but not least in the Legendary Series is a cool tropical blend of luscious fruits, Frozen Tropix. One of the oldest VanGo flavors; a crisp, juicy pineapple with hints of vanilla and peach, cooled down with a touch of VanGo's special cooling blend.
As you can see, VanGo does not shy away from using extremely unique flavours and that’s what makes the Legendary Series so legendary. Not only are they unique, but they are recommended to be the best all-day vapes you can find. People find that they can stick to any of the Legendary e-juices for months on end, especially Frozen Ophelia!
As 2021 is coming to an end it's crazy to see the amount of restrictions and regulations that have been placed on the vaping industry. From nicotine limits to plain label bottles, anything and everything is being done to hinder the vaping community. As we approach the new year it's important to stay updated on the regulations being put into place and potential regulations to come in the following new year.
As of December 2020, the B.C government introduced a new PST of 20% sales tax on vaping products in addition to the GST already applied. As you can imagine, sales all across the province suffered from the new tax increase and many new users had lost part of the price incentive of vaping. Even then, when in British Columbia the cost of smoking cigarettes is still significantly higher than vaping and will be so for the upcoming future. In the United States, the FDA finalized an enforcement policy which banned the sale of flavoured pods but flavoured nicotine for open tank systems were allowed. In Australia, the Australian Theraputic Goods Administration issued a decision on nicotine products, which now required a doctor's prescription for purchase.
Now let's forward to early January 2020, when California's flavour ban went into full force. The bill, SB 793, bans the sale of all flavoured tobacco products - from mango to menthol. The prohibition includes pods for vape pens, tank-base systems, menthol cigarettes and chewing tobacco. Meanwhile in Colorado and Oregon outrageous taxes of 35% and 65% were imposed on all vaping products as a result of a plebiscite.
In February 2021, Health Canada made a public plan for e-cigarettes which include, Vaping Products Reporting Regulations (Fall 2021), Restrictions on Flavours in Vaping Products (Winter 2022) and Regulations in regards to packaging and design features (Winter 2022). There's a lot of speculation that the Canadian government is planning on banning all flavoured nicotine in vaping devices come winter 2022. Some provinces, such as PEI, have already taken this measure. We hope this is not the case for the rest of the country but we will have to make our voices heard first.
From September 2021 to current date there have been some major regulations put into place globally. The US FDA issued over 900,000 bans on market entry for e-cigarette brands. As of October 20th, 2021 the ban on mailing vapour products through the US Postal Service took effect and California introduced a 12.5% excise tax on e-cigarettes.
With all these new regulations coming into place it's important to stay up to date. 2020 was a rough year for the industry as a whole with regulations such as, ml caps, plain label packaging and extremely high taxes put into place. At VanGo we promise to keep our VanGo Fam up to date with the latest news and still deliver exactly what our loyal customers want throughout these chaotic times.
With vaping laws and regulations changing all the time it's important to stay up to date especially if you're travelling. If you're travelling to Japan, there are a few things you need to keep in mind. Let's start with the main question everyone seems to have and that's whether vaping is legal in Japan or not.
Vaping is not illegal in Japan, however there's a catch. Since 2010 the sale of E-cigarettes containing nicotine has been banned. E-liquids and e-juices that do not contain nicotine are sold to adults and minors instead since there's no law prohibiting the sale of non-nicotine devices in Japan.
Liquid nicotine, like Freebase, BoldSalts and NicSalts are considered pharmaceutical substances, therefore if you want to buy e-juice locally in Japan, you will have to get it from a pharmacist. However, this doesn't entirely mean that this is the only way to get nicotine e-juice when in Japan. Stated by the Ministry of Health, in Japan, you are allowed to import a 1 month personal supply of e-juice which equates to 120ml. This applies if you are importing it from out of country and if you're also coming into Japan and is irregardless of the nicotine strength.
Now you might be wondering how long it takes to ship e-juice to Japan. With VanGo Vapes, shipping time to Japan is anywhere from 3-5 business days to reach the Flavorist in Japan. VanGo Vapes proudly uses UPS as their main courier and always uses the best shipping services, so there's no need to worry about not receiving your package. We currently ship to many Japanese customers and are proud to be able to do so. If you are ordering our products from Japan, just make sure that your total cart does not exceed 120 mLs when placing your order and we'll take care of the rest!
Starting off in the House of Fruit Blends with Tropical Paradise, this combination of sweet mango and lychee will fast forward you to the crisp and sandy beaches of Cancun. Next, catch a luscious whiff of Pineapple and Coconut with Hawaiian Breeze. We combined the juiciest Pineapples while handpicking Coconuts for a beautiful tropical flavour that will fast forward you to the Caribbean!
For a more subtle and soft tropical experience we'd recommend Soft Fuzz. Soft Fuzz is a unique blend of Peach, Pineapple and Watermelon that will satisfy your fruity palate. The special combination of pineapple and peach has a distinct taste with the watermelon to balance it all out for the perfect all day vape.
The last but not least tropical flavour in the House of Fruit Blendz collection is the one and only, Cool Tropix! This is one of VanGo's original flavours that's been perfected with a fruit blend of Pineapple, Peach and hints of Mint. The inhale is a fruity explosion with a refreshing cooling sensation on the exhale. Looking for a little more cool in your Tropics? Checkout Frozen Tropix here!
We can't talk about top 10 tropical flavours without mentioning Pincaculars. A vape-cation to the Tropics, Pineapple, Banana, coconut and a little hint of tangerine brings the beach to your vape. If you like Pina Coladas and getting caught in the rain, you'll want to get caught Flaving this quencher.
Moving into the frozen tropical flavours, Frozen Sophene is a must try! This tropical e-liquid is the perfect combination of strawberries, pineapple and a drizzle of menthol. The real secret to this flavor is the guava that adds a new dimension to this tropical e-juice. Frozen Sophene is the perfect all day vape for vapers seeking a tropical flavour or are looking to explore menthol flavors without feeling overwhelmed from the cold. Some nice classic frozen tropical flavours to try are Frozen Mango, Frozen Peach and Frozen Melons. Enjoy ripe tropical mangos, Peaches, and Melons all frozen to perfection. Each flavour offers its' own delicious profile and gives you that nice cold, smooth hit to keep you going throughout the day.
Saving the best for last, our #1 tropical flavour you NEED to try is Cactus Jango. At first, the cactus flavour in the juice may throw you off but it's our crowned jewel for a reason! Released in 2017, it came out of a challenge to stand up and be a fruit flavoured vape like no other. Containing unique fruits like Jackfruit, Lychee and Cactus with popping flavours like Strawberry and Mango, it is a full-mouthed flavour like no other. If you like your Jango a little cold, check out Jango Chill! A new twist on a classic flavour, mellowed out with a touch of coolness.
From simple tropical flavours such as, Tropical Paradise to more complex flavours like Cactus Jango, VanGo Vapes has it all! With many more tropical flavours to choose from you'll always be one Flave away from the sandy beaches of a tropical paradise. Checkout our website to start Flaving some of the best tropical flavours on the market!
You might have stumbled upon the Black Edition Flavours while browsing our website or heard about them from a friend, but what is the Black Edition and what makes it so special? The Black Edition is compiled of 3 VanGo Legendary flavours; Frozen Ophelia, The Root, and Cactus Jango but are perfected to another level.
We took these flavours to the next level by amplifying our secret recipes in co-ordination with our special nicotine blend. The special blend has a 50% VG ratio and uses our blend of BoldSalts, a mix of NicSalts and Freebase. Keep in mind that all of our NicSalts are benzoic acid free. The Black Edition collection is only offered in 20mg (2.0%) BoldSalts and it's unique blend makes it a perfect Flave in low powered and disposable styles of vaping devices.
Now that you’ve learned about what makes our Black Editions so special, let’s talk about the flavours we chose to compile the Black Edition lineup. First, we have our number 1 selling flavour, Frozen Ophelia! We used our signature menthol blend that keeps you refreshed, but does not overwhelm the beautiful fruity mixture on top. We infused cactus fruit, mango, strawberry and kiwi to create a smooth and refreshing vaping experience that makes it the perfect all day vape.
Next we chose one of VanGo’s crown jewels that was released in 2017, Cactus Jango. It came out of a challenge to stand up and be a fruit flavoured vape like no other. Containing unique fruits like Jackfruit, Lychee and Cactus with popping flavours like Strawberry and Mango that will keep you excited with every puff from your vape.
Last but not least we have The Root. This is one of our toughest achievements & it took over 2 years to develop. Our mission was to create a flavour that reflected one of our favourite Rooty drinks. It was a long and intense process to create the complex flavour but the result was a beautifully crafted e-juice that preserves the earthy authenticity of the flavour that is now enjoyable in your vaping device. Say goodbye to calories and cavities, The Root will satisfy your rooty cravings. Checkout our website to learn more about the Black Editions and Start Flaving today!
We are now in the day and age where disposable ENDS products, also known as disposable vapes, are becoming increasingly popular in today’s vaping industry. You may be surprised by what’s making them so popular and beneficial.
Vapers are now discovering that disposable vapes are able to provide a consistent vaping experience throughout the day. Disposable vaping devices, such as the Flaving Stix, are user friendly, convenient and deliver a smooth & flavoured hit thanks the capacity of its coils. Our Flaving Stix use a mixture of NicSalts and Freebase or BoldSalts instead so that it has more of a full hit. Disposable vapes, as the name suggests, are all-in-one devices that come with a fully charged battery and are pre-filled with an e-liquid. The device is thrown away once the the juice runs out or the battery dies, depending on the quality of the product.
One of the biggest perks of a disposable vape is how user friendly it is. Upon opening the box, the vape is ready to be used. No priming coils, charging batteries, setting up tanks, so on and so forth. Being so easy to use, they draw attention to new vapers and those who are making the effort to quit smoking. However, the simplicity of the device even draws in expert vapers so they can have a convenient vaping style along with their larger devices. Another instance for dual usage between refillable vapes and disposable vapes would be for camping or events and outings. It is much simpler to pick up a disposable device for the day and revert to your regular device when the need for convenience isn't so pressing.
From a financial standpoint, disposable vapes are priced depending on the amount of puffs per disposable. Most devices range from 300 to 2000 puffs and while it is more cost effective when there are more puffs, using a refillable vaping device will always be significantly more cost effective. While being on the go or at home, disposable vapes are loved by many due to how compact they are. The slim and sleek design makes them perfect for on-the-go. This offers a huge advantage over your typical cumbersome mod that can’t fit in your pocket.
Since disposable vapes have hit the market they’ve been a popular choice around the world. Due to the convenience, effectiveness and user friendly features, new and even experienced vapers have been drawn to them. Disposables also have many other quality features such as leaf proof technology, maintenance free units and are a lot easier for travel. As time goes on, disposables will continue to grow in popularity around the world. If you’re looking for the best disposable vape in Canada you’ll want to give VanGo’s Flaving Stix a try. Available in our proprietary nicotine blend, BoldSalts, you can try Cactus Jango, The Root and Frozen Ophelia in our disposables so you’ll be guaranteed a satisfying vaping experience throughout the day!
Finding the right Pineapple flavour can be a pain, especially when mixed with a variety of other flavours. Add too much Pina to your Colada and you can end up with a mouthful of flavour that overwhelms you. Keep reading what we've got below to find the right pineapple for you!
If you’re looking for an original Pineapple flavour without anything else, then the House of Fruits Pineapple is your best bet. One of our top selling flavours in our House of Fruits, this Pineapple will blow you away. The flavour is spot on with its sweet and slightly tangy pineapple flavour. It'll definitely give you second thoughts on whether you're eating the real thing. This luscious and tangy flavour is a go-to for many and is easy to Flave throughout the day!
For all my menthol lovers we’ve got something special for you! The legendary Frozen Tropix. One of the oldest VanGo flavours; a crisp, juicy pineapple with hints of vanilla and peach, cooled down with a touch of VanGo's special cooling blend. Although it’s a mix of peach and pineapple, it’ll definitely satisfy that fruity craving! If Frozen Tropix won’t do the trick for you Frozen Sophene will.
One of the newest additions to the Frozen Collection and now one of our top selling flavours, Frozen Sophene. This tropical e-liquid is the perfect combination of strawberries, pineapple and a drizzle of menthol. The real secret to this flavour is that the guava adds a new dimension to this tropical e-juice. Frozen Sophene is the perfect all day vape for vapers seeking a tropical flavour or vapers looking to explore menthol flavours without feeling overwhelmed from the cold.
If you’re looking for a classic Pineapple blend that will leave you with a mouthful of tropical flavours, Pinaculars is by far the best. This new addition to the Quenchers line up contains juicy pineapples, layers of rich bananas and undertones of sweet coconut. A vape-cation to the Tropics. Pineapple, banana, coconut and a little hint of tangerine brings the beach to your vape. If you like Pina Coladas and getting caught in the rain, you'll want to get caught Flaving this quencher.
A more simple flavour compared to Pinaculars is Hawaiian Breeze where you can enjoy a refreshing taste of the tropics. We combined the juiciest pineapples while handpicking the coconuts for a beautiful tropical flavour that will fast forward you to the Caribbean! This is a less complicated flavour that still delivers a flavourful punch. Great for all day Flaving, you should definitely check whether Hawaiian Breeze fits your niche!
With all this talk about Pineapple flavours it’s about time we get to Flaving. Head on over to our Shop All category to filter out the flavour of your choice and if that's Pineapple, you've already got a head start!
Nord Coils
Nord coils come in 6 different variants used for your NORD 2 or NORD 4 vaping device. The 6 variants are 0.6 DC, 0.6 Mesh, 0.8 MTL, 0.8 MTL Mesh, 1.4 MTL, and 1.4 Ceramic. The 0.6Ω mesh coil is designed for sub ohm vaping to offer faster heating and massive clouds.The other 1.4Ω regular coil is designed for MTL vaping that brings throat hit experience. Thankfully you can usually get all of these variants in a multi-pack to save you some time and money!
RPM Coils
The SMOK RPM Replacement Coils are perfectly designed and compatible for the SMOK RPM40, SMOK IPX80, NORD X, NORD 4, and NORD 2 vaping devices. They are available in Mesh 0.4 ohm and 0.3 ohm, Quartz 1.2 ohm, Single Coil(SC) 1.0 ohm, Triple Coil 0.6 ohm, and even RBA so you can find the perfect vape for your favorite e-juice. Different wattage ranges provide a change in flavor and cloud production. Listed below are a couple tips to find the right coils for your device.
RPM2 Coils
SMOK’s premium-quality, durable kanthal mesh replacement coils are crafted to heat quickly and evenly, delivering a consistently superb, reliable performance. Equipped with simple Plug n’ Play installation, coil swaps are easy as can be, and their ingenious heating & wicking design all but guarantee incredible flavour and a superior MTL (mouth-to-lung) or DL (direct-lung) vaping experience; it’s completely up to your preference! The RPM2 Replacement Coils are compatible with the NORD 4 and NORD X. The SMOK RPM2 0.16 is best rated for 25W-50W (Best: 40W) and offers dense clouds with great flavour! The 0.6 coil is rated for 12W-25W as it offers fast heating and superb flavour.
Tasting a burnt coil and in need of a change? Simply remove the NORD pod from your device and gently pull the existing coil out. Next, get your fresh coil and insert the coil into the back of the pod with the white lines matching the tabs. Next, fill the pod with your favorite VanGo juice and start Flaving away!
Uwell Caliburn Pods
The Caliburn G Pod in CRC version is a pod cartridge that is suitable for Uwell Caliburn G and KOKO Prime Pod Kit. It can hold 1.6ml e-juice capacity and features 0.8ohm/1.0ohm coil resistance. It comes with a top filling design for easy refilling.
Novo Pods
The SMOK NOVO X Replacement Pod is best for SMOK NOVO X Pod Kit and SMOK NOVO 2. The SMOK NOVO X Pod contains DC MTL 0.8ohm coil or a Mesh 0.8ohm coil to allow you to enjoy top-level MTL vaping with a satisfying throat hit. On top of that, the two-way U-shaped airflow channel will allow the SMOK NOVO X pod to produce ultra-smooth vapor for a comfortable throat hit. Each pod has capacity for 2mL of e-liquid, and a side fill port with an anchored silicone plug. Not cross-compatible with the original Novo, or Novo 2 kits.
Visit our website for a wide selection of coils and pods perfectly crafted for your vape.
Check out our handmade guide below to see which pods are compatible with your vaping device!
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With tons of vape juice products on the market there’s bound to be some products with ingredients that you do NOT want to be inhaling. Some ingredients you should avoid are; diketones, diacetyl, and especially benzoic acid. Thankfully VanGo Vapes avoids using all of these harmful ingredients in their flavours!
What is Benzoic acid? Benzoic acid is what’s known as a volatile organic compound (VOC) and has some serious side effects. This VOC is not intended to be inhaled, yet it is the primary ingredient for making nicotine salts easier to inhale. Some of the dangers of this chemical include: Eye damage, skin irritation, irritation to the nose, throat and lungs, coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. In addition, Benzene, a derivative of Benzoic acid, is known to cause; headaches, dizziness and cancer.
VanGo Vapes uses only the highest quality of ingredients when it comes to nicotine. The NicSalts that we use are diluted with a proprietary acid blend that our nicotine partners in the United States have developed. This nicotine blend has shown to be extremely smooth and yet hit perfectly, while also maintaining the expected effects of the nicotine. You will find that our Freebase e-liquids are quite smooth as well but that is from a combination of how smooth we develop our flavours to be and the quality of the nicotine itself.
When we make our BoldSalts at VanGo, we combine the NicSalts with the Freebase nicotine to make an approximate 1:1 ratio between the two. We formulate the perfect hit based on the flavours involved as well as the type and concentration style of the nicotine.
Because of how specific the research and testing gets for this nicotine type, we reserved it for only our top flavours for the time being. If you want to see more flavours in BoldSalts in the future, give us a shout and we'll definitely put it into consideration!
Flavours are essential to Flaving, especially a flavour you can vape all day and not get tired of. Finding your go-to is hard with so many flavours to choose from so we've narrowed it down for you if you're looking for something sweet.
The good news is that most flavours fall into a couple of categories such as, sweet, tobacco, dessert, and fruit. Out of all the flavour profiles, most people love sweet flavours no matter how old they are. Why do people love sweet flavours so much? Sweet flavours such as, Cactus Jango, Blue Strawberry and The Root satisfy people's sweet cravings while others are reliving their best experiences.
We are now reunited with these flavours through the magic of Flaving! All the great flavour minus the cavities. With that being said, let’s take a look at the best sweet vapes you can find!
If we’re talking sweet flavours, flaving Blue Strawberry is a MUST! Reminisce on the old days out at the fair or the rodeo with this amazing twist on the old classic. Inhale the sweet Strawberries and Blueberries and exhale the fluffy sweetness of this amazing flavour! Blue strawberry is, as you can guess, Blueberries and Strawberries mashed up with sugar to make a delightfully sweet, fluffy vape! If you’re looking for a sweet candy flavour to flave throughout the day and not get sick of, this is highly recommended!
Not everyone likes sweet flavours though. Some enjoy a more rich and decadent sweet flavour such as Ichigo. Ichigo is a smooth flavourful blend of the finest Strawberries from Japan & Cream with hints of Vanilla and a slight blend of Caramel. This flavour is named after the famed Japanese Strawberries as we used that as the inspiration for this flavour. This rich sweet flavour is a Strawberry and cream to the next level. Perfectly smooth in NicSalts, you will go through many bottles of this flavour when you start vaping on it! Taste the delicious full mouth of flavour of the Strawberries on the inhale, with a milky, creamy sensation on the exhale. Another strawberry and cream flavour is Strawberry Mess, with hints of meringue, it's a unique mix for sure so check it out!
Last on the sweet flavour tour with VanGo is none other than The Root! Our mission was to create a flavour that reflected one of our favourite Rooty drinks we all loved growing up.
First, we built the root-ey base of the flavour by carefully selecting and balancing spices and unique earth tones in minute amounts. Then, we endeavoured to replicate the sweet syrupy goodness of the flavour. Once we got that exactly right, it was time to blend these two flavour profiles together! We took the root-iness and the sweetness (which we referred to as dark and light) and combined them. This last phase took the longest because we wanted to ensure we achieved the perfect balance between light and dark. The result is a beautifully crafted e-Juice that preserves the earthy authenticity of the flavour that is now enjoyable in your vaping device. Say goodbye to calories and cavities, The Root will satisfy your root-ey cravings!
At this point your sweet tooth is probably aching for something sweet! There’s no need to worry, head on over to VanGoVapes.com to start Flaving all the sweet flavours you can imagine!
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The Pre-Market Tobacco Product Application, also known as the PMTA, is an application created by the FDA for potential tobacco product retailers. A PMTA must be submitted and approved by the government before an applicant can begin retailing tobacco products. A PMTA must provide scientific evidence and data showing that the tobacco product provides safety for public health.
The FDA considers the following, among other things in their approval process;
- Risk and benefit analysis to the population as a whole, including users and non users.
- Whether people who currently use tobacco products would be more or less likely to switch over to the new tobacco product if it were mad available and
- Whether non tobacco users would now use this new tobacco product if made available.
How Much Does a PMTA Cost?
The costs associated with submitting a PMTA can vary depending on many factors such as, the type of product and testing of the product to inform the application.
On Page 94 (Table 14) of “deeming” Regulatory Impact Analysis (RIA), the FDA has estimated the overall cost of a PMTA to be in the mid hundreds of thousands of dollars to the low millions of dollars.
Keeping cost in mind, the FDA has taken some steps to ease the heavy financial burden a PMTA can have on small businesses.
These steps include;
- Creating financial guidance on tobacco product master files, which helps applicants use existing information instead of conducting their own research.
- Issuing guides on deeming and PMTA user fees.
- Posting training videos and live webinars to assist the industry.
Do I Need to Submit an Application For Each Nicotine Flavor/ Strength and Product?
The FDA considers information on each product as a separate, individual PMTA, especially when dealing with new tobacco products. You can technically submit a pre market application for multiple tobacco products using one cover letter and table of contents for each product. But, as stated above, the FDA considers each ENDS product with different nicotine content or flavor as a different product.
What is the PMTA Review Process?
The PMTA goes through a 4 step review process before being rejected or accepted. These phases include;
Pre-Meetings: A formal meeting between an applicant and the FDA to discuss a planned PMTA.
Acceptance Review: An administrative review that confirms the product falls within the Center for Tobacco Products jurisdiction and confirms that the regulatory requirements of an application have been met.
Filing Review: A determination of whether the application contains sufficient information to proceed to the next phase, a substantive review.
Substantive Review: An FDA evaluation of the scientific information collected by the applicant, as well as recommendations from the TPSAC (Tobacco Product Scientific Advisory Committee).
Action: Output of this phase includes, marketing granted order letter or marketing denial order letter.
Even if you’ve been lucky enough to have your application approved, it doesn’t end there. Post market requirements have to be met. Applicants are required to create and maintain records and make reports that FDA requires as necessary to determine whether the tobacco product should stay on the market or not.
Unfortunately, the PMTA due to its nature and cost, has put many businesses out of business once it was approved on February 15, 2007. The pre market application is a lengthy and costly process requiring applicants to conduct extensive research on the products they wish to sell. The PMTA also costs anywhere from $100 000 to over $1 000 000 making it almost impossible for small businesses to apply and stay open.
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Much like their specialization in Frozen Flavors, VanGo has been known to top the charts with their Tabacco Flavored E-liquid line-ups. From the authentic Rich Tobacco to the robust Anarchy, VanGo offers 11 beautifully crafted tobacco flavors. Of these 11 flavors, VCT took home the Best in Show award at the 2018 Canadian Vape Expo in Toronto, Ontario. VCT once again took home an award at an American Vape Convention in 2018.
CEO Saadiq Daya explains, “There was a large demand for flavors that differed from the fruity, desserts that were saturating the market. We wanted to take it back to the original taste of authentic tobacco.”
VCT is a combination of sweet and rich custard with fresh, mild tobacco. It has maintained a 5-star rating since its creation in 2017, and continues to offer an incredible vaping experience to all tobacco connoisseurs.
Customers have said that “they finally found something that they can vape all day,” and “I shied away from Tobacco Flavors, but this one has me loving them again!”
VCT is a must try! Ready to see what the hype is all about? Click here for all the information needed to get your hands on this one-of-a-kind juice!
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When it comes to unique and cool flavors, VanGo Vapes definitely does it right! With flavors such as, Frozen Persicor, Ice Shot & Frozen Sophene, there's something to be said about all the cold flavors. From ideation to creation and lastly, flaving, the VanGo team makes sure every flavor is unique and made to perfection. Over the years of creating new flavors, we’ve come up with some of the best cool flaves you need to try!
To kick things off, the number 1 cool flavour on our list is none other than Frozen Ophelia. Frozen Ophelia is the perfect cool, refreshing combination of Cactus, Mango, Strawberry, Kiwi and VanGo's special menthol blend. Released in 2016, Frozen Ophelia was the logical next step after Ophelia. We knew the juicy mango and tangy kiwi of Ophelia would pop with just a little bit of chill. That said, we also knew that to create the perfect cooled version of Ophelia, we’d have to do more than just add mint. So, we revisited the entire flavor to make the menthol a perfect edition! The unique cool cactus flavor profile makes this juice a great all day vape. It took way longer than expected to get the final variation, but it was definitely worth it. Perfect all day vape, just check the reviews!
Next up for cool flaves you need to try is Black Pom Pom from VanGo's Shiver Series. Overlooked by many, Black Pom Pom has to be one of the most unique and flavourful experiences VanGo has to offer. This cool flave offers a delicate sweetness and bite of a ripe pomegranate, perfectly complemented by a bright touch of blackcurrant and a gentle base of blackberry. We also added a subtle chill that doesn't overwhelm your palate, but keeps you refreshed and enjoying every distinct flavor that this e-juice offers. Black Pom Pom is the perfect combination of berries, pomegranate and menthol to keep you flaving throughout the day!
Looking for a cool, delicious trio of Watermelon, Strawberry & Kiwi? Well Frozen Waterberry is the right flavor for you! Taste the luscious strawberries and kiwi upon inhale and the sweet yet cool watermelon upon exhale. As one of VanGo's top flavors, Frozen Waterberry is the perfect flavor for all day flaving, keeping that cool and luscious strawberry-kiwi-watermelon trio going all day long. Frozen Waterberry is a beautifully crafted E-juice that preserves the fruity authenticity of the flavor that is now enjoyable in your vaping device.
Now that you’ve heard about some of VanGo's cool flaves, the next step is to start flaving! Whether it's with a Salt Nic Device or disposable flaving stix, you'll enjoy the flaving experience VanGo has to offer every step of the way!
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VanGo Vapes is well known for It’s carefully crafted e-liquid. The team takes multiple steps to ensure that each flavor is precisely what they had set out to achieve. Through ideation, creation, testing and than flaving, you can almost guarantee that the final product is going to deliver.
It was through this process that CEO Saadiq Daya realized that the team needed to make some changes. In the past few years, the vaping industry has seen a rise in the use of NicSalts, as well as disposable devices and pods. Both of which use a nicotine strength higher than that of the traditional freebase. “All of VanGo’s testing was typically done using 3mg nicotine strength and that had worked wonderfully for all the years when freebase was at the forefront of the market, but things have changed.” – Daya
The flavor experience is different depending on the level of nicotine used, and if there one thing that VanGo will not sacrifice, it is immaculate flavor. They are the ‘Flaving Connoisseurs’ after all!
The team started testing different nicotine and combinations of nicotine that had been meant to target higher nic strengths, until a 'last, black edition was created.
Black Edition is VanGo Vapes proprietary nicotine and is currently offered in our TOP THREE selling flavors: Frozen Ophelia, The Root, and Cactus Jango. It is a concoction of freebase and NicSalt nicotine and offers substantial flavor for those 20mg nicotine selections. Beyond that, the Black Edition offers a slightly harder hit for those vapers that are feeling the impact of new federal regulations that’s recently put a nicotine cap of 20mg.
So why juice Vango’s Black Edition? It is the ultimate flaving experience and packs a punch like no other!
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Liquid Loot is VanGo’s loyalty rewards program. It isfree to join, and the points are redeemed as cash towards your products! Here is how it works:
1. When visiting the VanGo Vapes website www.vangovapes.com, you click the ‘create account’ in the top right-hand corner.
2. Once you have entered all your information, browse the site and proceed to make your purchase.
3. You have started earning your Liquid Loot! – It really is this easy!
The program rewards you with 5 liquid loot points for every dollar spent.
The first level you can start redeeming at is 500
500Liquid Loot = $5 off
950Liquid Loot = $10 off
2400Liquid Loot = $25 off
4000Liquid Loot = $50 off
To check your point balance or to receive the code for redeeming, simply click the little present tab that reads ‘rewards’ in the bottom left-hand side of the screen.
That’s it! You can start earning cash back on every dollar spent for all your vaping needs!
Now the important thing to remember is VanGo offers a number of ways to earn bonus points so that you can start stacking your loot quick!
- Follow @vangovapes on Instagram to earn 100 Liquid Loot Points
- Like VanGo Vapes on Facebook to earn 100 Liquid Loot Points
- Share on Facebook to earn 100 Liquid Loot Points
- Have an upcoming Birthday? That will get you a bonus 200 Liquid Loot Points!
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It is no secret that the team at VanGo Vapes loves creating and mastering frozen flavors. What started out as a niche market, has quickly become some of the top selling flavors in this company’s inventory. CEO, Saadiq Daya says “that it all started with a flavor from the original line-up named Cool Tropix.”
This flavor became Saadiq’s all day vape back in 2015 and has held strong, to date, in 2021! “It was the true love for an icy experience that motivated us to keep creating flavors that would satisfy customers looking for the same experience.” Since those original frozen flavors first came to market 6 years ago, VanGo has released an entire line-up that includes; Blueberry, Peach, Grape, Melons, Mango, Strawana, Waterberry, Sophene, the Top Selling Ophelia and of
course, the newest addition, PERSICOR. All of which are cooled to perfection with VanGo’s signature cooling blend!
Frozen Persicor contains a medley of juicy peaches alongside sharp, yet sweet blackcurrants. The inspiration for this flavor was simple. The team at VanGo LOVES a challenge. There had been very few flavor profiles that included the use of blackcurrants. Blackcurrant flavoring can often be found in popular sodas and candys and has a unique, but wonderful taste. “We wanted to re-create that in an e-liquid,”- Saadiq Daya (CEO) The rest is history! Who has tried this carefully crafted, one-of-kind flavor? Click the link below to see the entire Frozen Package offered on the VanGo Vapes website.
CEO Saadiq Daya says that his inspiration for this creation was his allergies. “ I have always loved pineapple, it is one of my favorite fruits. Early into my adult years I became allergic to it as well as many other tropical fruits. This juice allows me to get the same flavors without actually eating the it!”
One of VanGo’s goals has always been to emphasize Flaving. The goal is not just to make e-juice but rather to create an experience. Cool Tropix hit the nail on the head for being the first menthol juice released by the team, but there quickly became interest for a juice that was colder. This is where Frozen Tropix grew from.
Frozen Tropix is a tweaked spin off of the original Cool Tropix and it was released nearly two years later in 2016.
The difference between the two is that the Frozen Tropix has an added hint of vanilla and it is both cooler and sweeter to vape! This juice quickly became Saadiq’s all day vape, and has continued to be his all day to this day. An interesting fact about Frozen Tropix is that it is the only flavor to ever have been sold in 140ml with its own unique labels and packaging. It is certainly a one off and one that the entire VanGo team is extremely proud of.
]]>Fruits, menthols, tobaccos, creams, and desserts were the categories that started it all. So, for all you loyal VanGo fam members who have been with us since the start, let us see if you can remember these classics.
In fact, Soft Fuzz and Cool Tropix are still being sold to this day! Check them out at the links below:
The feedback from these 5 was outstanding. Therefore, the team continued to release flavors continuously over the next 6 years. Not all the classics survived. Some have been dropped, rebranded, or tweaked… but nonetheless, they were the foundation of what now is a company with over 80 flavors!
The vaping industry has evolved rapidly over the years and it has been important to create a product that is meeting the demands of the consumer. CEO Saadiq Daya notes that it has been an interesting ride watching the way that the industry has changed and sometimes even coming back full circle. When VanGo first started creating flavors, they were designed for small units that could not handle much sweetener. As time went on, the devices got bigger and the importance of Flaving vs simply vaping started to grow. This is when the addition of sweetener in e-liquid became popular and VanGo created its flavors based on what the customers were wanting.
Now, NicSalts are popular and people are going back to their smaller devices. The point is, as an e-juice company with a goal of serving and satisfying every vaper, it is important to keep up with the times. Every flavor is like a work of art trapped in a bottle. What goes inside that bottle is based on customers wants and needs and is constantly evolving.
]]>There is no denying that the vaping industry has been moving towards the trend of disposable vapes. So, what is this new and popular device?
A disposable vape is an e-cigarette that comes ready to vape and then is thrown away once the battery dies or the juice runs outs. The device comes in one piece consisting of a battery, atomizer, and a prefilled flavor cartridge. The battery activates once the user inhales from the mouthpiece, making this device one of the most simple and easy to use electronic cigarettes on the market today.
Concerns Regarding the Use of Disposables Vapes
The environment! Recent surveys showed that the number one reason consumers disapproved of disposable vapes is due to the amount of waste that they produce. Everything we buy comes in packaging. Our food, our electronics, toys, health products… the list goes on! Now on top of the packaging disposable vapes produce, they are also tossed way once they have run their course. This was an extremely important factor for us when developing our own disposable vape, and we have done the best we can to solve that with our Flaving Stix!
VanGo Flaving Stix – Why they are different!
VanGo Vapes is currently working on an all-in-one system that will bring to you all our top selling flavors in a simple disposable device. They are a 500 puff, 2.0 ml, British Columbia compliant disposable. The three Legendary flavors that will be included in the launch of this new system are Frozen Ophelia, The Root, and the legendary Cactus Jango! The nicotine used is a proprietary combination of different nicotine bases and we’ve decided to call it BoldSalts – because they make the hit in our Flaving Stix just so perfect! Here’s the kicker - alongside the launch of the Flaving Stix, VanGo Vapes will also be creating a recycling program that will allow consumers to recycle their used disposable vapes! This type of program is unique in our industry and is much needed when we consider how much waste consumer goods bring in general. As leaders of the vape industry here in Canada, we’re proud to be here to lead a change in how we deal with waste as a socially responsible organization!
What to Remember
It is important to remember that there is not much we do today that does not add to our carbon footprint. Our goal is to reduce it anyway that we can. Disposable vapes and their packaging will produce waste, but they will also help an entire population that is missing out on the benefits of vaping and Flaving. These devices bring a new age of nicotine delivery to the average consumer and for the first time, smoking is not more accessible than vaping. Tobacco smoke leads directly to the emission of 2,600,000 tons of carbon dioxide and about 5,200,000 tons of methane and that is simply not okay. With the launch of the VanGo Flaving Stix and the accompanied recycling program, our goal is to reduce number of smokers in the world while doing everything possible to reduce impacts on the environment!
]]>We've got 3 Crews or Pairs that we've released over the years and each one of them deserves much more recognition. All of the menthols of course use our proprietary VanGo cooling blend, but you'll definitely find that each flavor has a different cooling variation. On top of that, when making menthol or non-menthol versions of flavors, it's never as simple as just adding mint or taking it out. Rather, we reformulate all the fruits and cooling from scratch to make each Flave a unique experience.
Now let's get into helping you choose YOUR Crew! Each crew contains 2 x FreeBase 30 mL bottles and are all BC Compliant.
First off we have Cactus Jango & Jango Chill. These two tropical flavors are composed of jackfruit, strawberry, cactus & mango but Jango Chill is topped off with a bit of extra lychee and mint.
Next up we have the Ophelia's and between Frozen Ophelia and regular Ophelia, the key differences are the sweetener levels and the fact that Frozen Ophelia is in fact, frozen and cold to the taste! Other than that, get a hold of this delicious cactus, mango, kiwi & strawberry combination ASAP!
Finally there are the Soph's. These two flavors, Sophie and Frozen Sophene are the newest to have been released, both coming out in 2020 and making waves in every market they hit. Comprised of pink guavas, pineapples and strawberries, you'll definitely be satisfied with either option!
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