# Chapter 2 - Product type guidance - Northern Ireland

Source: https://www.keypedia.com/records/uk_mhra_guidance/uk-mhra/e09e3fee-66fa-4612-ab28-91f90c9f8d22
Type: Guidance
Published: March 23, 2022
Updated: June 1, 2025

> This regulatory guidance from the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) details the mandatory notification procedures for manufacturers and importers of electronic cigarettes and nicotine-containing refill containers under the Tobacco and Related Products Regulations 2016 (TRPR). The document outlines the specific requirements for different product categories, including electronic cigarette devices, refill containers, and individual components. To ensure compliance with the regulatory framework, entities must submit detailed information through the MHRA portal, including comprehensive lists of ingredients, toxicological data for inhaled substances, and standardized emissions testing results. The guidance emphasizes the necessity of providing accurate product descriptions and brand names to facilitate market surveillance. Required actions for businesses include registering as a submitter, paying the prescribed notification fees, and ensuring that all technical documentation is updated annually or whenever significant product modifications occur. Although this document does not list specific company violations or inspection dates, it serves as the primary compliance standard to avoid market withdrawal or legal penalties. By adhering to these submission protocols, manufacturers ensure their products meet the safety and quality standards required for legal sale within the United Kingdom.

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## Content

Information on different product types in notification submissions a manufacturer or importer of e-cigarettes or vape products needs to make.

## Attachments

- [Product type guidance - Northern Ireland](/government/publications/chapter-2-product-type-guidance-northern-ireland/product-type-guidance-northern-ireland)