German Customs Seizes 4,600 Liters of Illegal Vape Liquid, Taxes Hit €736,000

German customs seized 4,600 liters of illegal vape liquid and some e-cigarette devices at a business in the Hanover area. It is reported that the business operates the online store “Dark Burner.”

According to German media reports on September 3, German customs seized 4,600 liters of illegal e-cigarette vape liquid and some e-cigarette devices at a business in the Hanover area.

The operator of the business faces charges of illegally manufacturing nicotine products, violating tobacco tax laws. Additionally, he is accused of tax evasion amounting to €736,000.

In addition to e-cigarettes and vape liquid, customs investigators also seized various devices | Image source: ndr  

According to NDR, the business operates the online store “Dark Burner.” NDR inquired with customs about the situation, but due to tax confidentiality, customs was unwilling to confirm the identity of the searched party. Meanwhile, the manufacturer “Dark Burner” has set its internet platform to “maintenance mode” and is no longer accepting orders from suppliers. When NDR contacted suppliers, they attempted to reach their lawyer but were unsuccessful in making contact.

References:    【1】 Zoll stellt 4600 Liter Liquid sicher Steuerbetrug bei E-Zigaretten      

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