Geek Bar is currently facing a ban and a shortage in the United States due to being an unauthorized, illegal vape product that lacks FDA authorization and has been targeted by increased seizures, tariffs, and legal action, including a lawsuit filed by the New York Attorney General. Additionally, individual regions like North Carolina have implemented their own bans, and the product is subject to scrutiny under broader restrictions on single-use vapes.
Import and Distribution Issues
The parent manufacturer of Geek Bar and RAZ has reportedly stopped manufacturing new batches for the U.S. market since late 2024 because of the millions of dollars lost to seized shipments.
Alternative Options and Rumors
Rebrandings and New Lines: Some users and a shop owner suggest that the brand is attempting to circumvent regulations by rebranding. Rumors mention that Geek Bar has a new line called RIA and has rebranded to Digiflavor in some places. Another brand, Fifty Bar, is mentioned as an alternative because its e-liquids are made in the USA.
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