Tobacco Purchase Age in California
A new law has raised the minimum age to 21 to buy any tobacco product in California. It is illegal to sell or supply tobacco to a minor under regulations. If successful, a hookah lounge average profits can be about $150,000.
Health Risks of Hookah Smoking
Hookah smoke has more toxins than cigarette smoke. Federal law now requires you to be 21 years old to purchase all tobacco products, including hookah tobacco. Hookah smoke has high levels of toxic agents even after passing through water. Whether cigarettes, e-cigarettes or hookahs, no tobacco product is completely safe for use.
Regulations Across Different States
Until 2019, the smoking age was 18 years old in most states except Utah, Arizona, Alabama, New Jersey where it is 19 and New York, Vermont where it is 21.
Sales Restrictions and Liability
No tobacco product can be supplied legally to anyone under 18 years old. Given that waterpipes are shared, you must check the ages of the whole group. Vape and hookah both negatively impact health and are not permitted for minors.
FAQ:
Can you buy a hookah at 18?
No, due to the new California law, the minimum age to purchase any tobacco products is now 21 years old.
Can 18 year olds smoke cigarettes in Texas?
This information is not provided in the text, but it should be noted that federal law requires being 21 years old to purchase tobacco products.