Los Angeles vs Palmdale
How do flavored tobacco bans rules compare between Los Angeles, CA and Palmdale, CA?
Los Angeles and Palmdale have similar restriction levels.
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles County
Los Angeles Ordinance 187717 (LAMC section 46.84) bans the sale of all flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes, flavored cigars, and flavored e-liquids, in the city. California SB-793 imposes the same ban statewide as of December 2022.
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Los Angeles County
LA County Ordinance 2019-0014 (LACO Title 11.04.250) bans the sale of all flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes and flavored e-liquids, in unincorporated areas. California SB-793 imposes the same ban statewide as of December 2022, covering all 88 cities.
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| Fact | Los Angeles | Palmdale |
|---|---|---|
| City ordinance | Ord. 187717, LAMC 46.84 | - |
| State statute | BPC section 104559.5 | HSC section 104559.5 |
| Menthol included | Yes, all forms | Yes, all forms |
| Hookah exemption | Narrow, state lounges only | - |
| County ordinance | - | Ord. 2019-0014, LACO 11.04.250 |
| Coverage | - | Unincorporated plus statewide cities |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Los Angeles FAQ
Are tobacco-flavored vapes still legal to sell?
Yes. Tobacco-flavored e-liquid is exempt under LAMC section 46.84 because tobacco is not a characterizing flavor for these purposes, provided the product is FDA PMTA-authorized.
Can a customer buy menthol cigarettes online from LA?
No. Both LAMC section 46.84 and California SB-793 cover delivery, online, and out-of-city sales shipped to addresses inside Los Angeles.
Palmdale FAQ
Are tobacco-flavored vapes still legal to sell?
Yes. Tobacco-flavored e-liquid is exempt under LACO Title 11.04.250 because tobacco is not a characterizing flavor for these purposes, provided the product is FDA PMTA-authorized for sale.
Can a customer buy menthol cigarettes online to a Marina del Rey address?
No. Both LACO Title 11.04.250 and California SB-793 cover delivery, online, and out-of-area sales shipped to addresses inside unincorporated LA County including Marina del Rey.
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