If you’ve ever tried to add a pack of cigarettes to your online grocery order or find a direct-to-consumer tobacco site, you’ve probably noticed it is surprisingly difficult—if not impossible.
To sell tobacco online, retailers must follow "Tobacco 21" laws, which mandate that all buyers be at least 21 years old. Tobacco 21 - FDA why can t you buy cigarettes online
While it isn't technically "illegal" under all circumstances, several major federal and state hurdles make selling cigarettes online a logistical and legal nightmare for businesses. 1. The PACT Act and Shipping Bans If you’ve ever tried to add a pack