Minnesota Vape Recall: Products May Contain Too Much THC

A recall alert has been issued for a popular vape product sold at hemp and tobacco shops across Minnesota, and retailers are being told to act immediately.

According to the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management, Ocean Wholesale LLC has recalled all flavors of its Tidal Wave brand disposable 3.5-gram vapes that were distributed in the state.

Why These Vapes Are Being Recalled in Minnesota

The issue comes down to labeling, and it’s a serious one.

State officials say the products were either incorrectly labeled or didn’t include THC information at all. Some packages claimed the vapes contained less than 0.3% THC, but testing showed that’s not the case.

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Officials say the products actually contain significantly higher levels of THC than what’s listed, which could put users at risk.

Health Concerns for Consumers Related to Recalled Vape Disposables

Because the THC levels aren’t properly disclosed, people could end up consuming far more than they intended.

That can lead to unexpected side effects, especially for anyone with underlying health conditions. State regulators say that risk is one of the main reasons this recall was issued.

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What Retailers Need To Do With Recalled Vape Disposables

Retailers across Minnesota are being told to immediately pull these products from shelves.

The recall applies to all Tidal Wave 3.5-gram disposable vapes distributed by Ocean Wholesale LLC, and there are no batch or lot numbers to help identify specific products, which means all of them are included.

Stores are required to:

• Stop selling the products immediately
• Dispose of them according to Minnesota law
• Contact the distributor for refund details

Potential Penalties for Ignoring THC Vape Recall

The state isn’t taking this lightly.

Businesses that fail to comply could face enforcement action, including fines of up to $10,000 per violation. In some cases, violations could also be referred to law enforcement.