Why Longfill E-Liquids Are Taking Over: A Cost-Saving Hack for Vapers
Hey vapers, have you noticed Longfill e-liquids popping up everywhere? These partially filled flavor bombs are a big deal in Europe and are now going global, especially as taxes make vaping pricier. Longfills let you customize your juice and save some cash while staying compliant with regulations. YTOO, a top e-liquid manufacturer, is leading the charge with killer Longfill options. Here’s the lowdown on why they’re worth your attention.
What’s a Longfill E-Liquid?
A Longfill is a bottle of flavor concentrate—think fruit, menthol, tobacco, or whatever vibe you’re into—that’s not filled all the way. You add VG (vegetable glycerin), PG (propylene glycol), and nicotine shots to make your perfect e-liquid, tweaking the strength and VG/PG ratio to your liking. They come in 60ml or 120ml bottles with room for VG/PG and nicotine shots, filled to about 80% capacity. They’re designed to meet the EU’s Tobacco Products Directive (TPD) Article 20, which caps nicotine liquids at 10ml but allows bigger non-nicotine concentrates.
This DIY setup is awesome for personalization and can seriously cut costs in markets where taxes hit liquid volume hard.
Taxes Suck, But Longfills Help: Germany and UK Examples
Germany’s Tax Game
In Germany, the Tobacco Tax Act (Tabaksteuergesetz) slaps a €0.26 per ml excise duty on e-liquids in 2025, jumping to €0.32 in 2026, plus 19% VAT. That makes vaping pricey! Longfills are a lifesaver: only the concentrate (like 12-24ml in a 60ml bottle) gets taxed, while the VG, PG, and nicotine shots you add are usually tax-free under current rules. Compared to pre-mixed juices taxed on every drop, Longfills save you money. No wonder German vapers have been all over them since 2020.
The UK’s Tax Storm
The UK’s Finance Act 2024 brings the Vaping Products Duty (VPD) starting October 1, 2026—£2.20 per 10ml of e-liquid, nicotine or not, plus VAT. Duty stamps are required, with a transition period until April 2027. HMRC says pre-mixed juices could cost 20-30% more.
Longfills are a smart hack: buy a smaller amount of taxed concentrate, then mix in (potentially untaxed or lower-taxed) VG, PG, and nicotine shots. Even if nicotine shots get taxed, you’re still paying less overall. The Independent British Vape Trade Association (IBVTA) thinks Longfills will blow up in the UK after 2026, just like in Europe.
YTOO: Making Longfills Your Way
YTOO, a GMP-certified, TPD-compliant e-liquid manufacturer, pumps out 500 tons of juice a month and specializes in OEM and white-label Longfills. Whether you’re into fruity European blends or classic tobacco vibes, YTOO tailors flavor strength, VG/PG ratios, bottle sizes, and labels to fit your needs. Their 72-hour sample turnaround is perfect for brands navigating tight regulations.
YTOO’s worked with tons of European brands to create Longfills that are compliant and wallet-friendly. “We craft juices that match local tastes while keeping costs down,” says a YTOO rep. If you’re looking for quality and savings, YTOO’s got you covered.
Why Longfills Are the Future
With taxes like Germany’s and the UK’s VPD on the horizon, Longfills aren’t just a trend—they’re a game-changer. They let you mix your dream flavors, save money by dodging full-volume taxes, and cut down on packaging waste with bigger bottles instead of tons of small ones.
Europe’s leading the way, but places like Australia and Asia are catching on where taxes are similar. For vapers who want control and value, Longfills are hard to beat.
Check out YTOO’s Longfill e-liquid solutions at www.ytoojuice.com. Got thoughts on Longfills? Drop them below!