originalc.co.uk – FDA Warning Letter, Oct 1, 2026

On October 2, 2026, the FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products issued a warning letter to originalc.co.uk, a United Kingdom-based retailer, following a review of its website. The investigation revealed that the company was selling and distributing tobacco products, specifically e-liquids, to consumers in the United States in violation of federal law. The primary issue identified was the sale of the "Cherry Bomb E-Liquid (Original Cirro Recipe) 18mg" to a person under the age of 21. Under the regulatory framework of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act), it is illegal for retailers to sell any tobacco products—including those containing nicotine from any source—to individuals under the age of 21. Because of this illegal sale, the FDA has classified the product as misbranded. The FDA also noted that "new tobacco products" require premarket authorization to be legally marketed in the U.S. The agency warned that failure to correct these violations could result in regulatory actions such as civil money penalties, product seizures, or the refusal of imports into the United States. The company is required to submit a written response within 15 working days of receiving the letter. This response must outline the specific steps taken to address the violations, provide dates when violative practices were discontinued, and describe a plan for maintaining long-term compliance with federal regulations.