Florida is facing a surge in illegal vapes flooding the market, more than any other state. Many are targeting kids with eye catching colors, cartoon designs, and sweet flavors, according to the Florida Most flavored vapes outlawed in Utah after judge lets ban take effect Illegal flavored vapeslargely imported and unregulatedremain widely sold across New Jersey through illicit shops tied to broader criminal activity, highlighting weak enforcement and the need for stronger penalties and resources. Illegal Chinese vapes are flooding into the U.S.over $10 billion worth in 2025 alone. These products target our kids, pose cybersecurity risks, and have been linked to cartel money laundering tied to East Providence police crack down on illegal flavored vapes WPRI.com Federal agents seize illegal vaping products worth $18 million UPI.com