Hawaii's Largest Independent Vape Retailer and Wholesaler Volcano to Close All 13 Stores Ahead of 2027 Sales Rules
Volcano eCigs will close all 13 Hawaii retail stores on December 31, 2026, ahead of new state vape sales rules taking effect in 2027.Summary
Volcano eCigs, described as Hawaii's largest independent vape retailer and wholesaler, plans to close all 13 of its physical retail stores on December 31, 2026, affecting approximately 56 employees, according to a WARN notice filed by its operating company Jocor Enterprises LLC on November 4. The closure comes one day before Hawaii's new Electronic Smoking Device and E-Liquid Directory takes effect on January 1, 2027, under Act 190 of 2026, which restricts the sale, acquisition and possession of vaping products not certified as having FDA marketing granted orders. Penalties for violations can reach $2,000 per item, and unlisted inventory may be seized or destroyed. Separate laws restrict disposable devices and expand inspection and seizure powers. Founded in 2009, Volcano operates retail, wholesale, proprietary product and online businesses; it previously reported 15 stores and over 80 full-time employees in 2024. The company has not disclosed plans for its wholesale or online operations. COO Scott Rasak warned the rules could shift sales to informal channels, while lawmakers and advocates said the legislation aims to reduce youth access to flavored vaping products.
(Source：2Firsts)
