No, vaping in a car with minors in Argentina is prohibited under national tobacco control laws, with enforcement by the Administración Nacional de Medicamentos, Alimentos y Tecnología Médica (ANMAT) and provincial traffic regulations. Local amendments in 2024 expanded protections, and 2026 compliance updates reinforce penalties for violations.
Key Regulations for Vaping in a Car with Kids in Argentina
- National Tobacco Law 26,687 (2011, amended 2024): Explicitly bans smoking or vaping in vehicles when minors under 18 are present, classifying it as a public health violation. Violations trigger fines up to ARS 500,000 (approx. USD 550) for drivers, with repeat offenses escalating penalties.
- ANMAT Resolution 1480/2021 (updated 2026): Mandates child-resistant packaging for vaping devices and prohibits their use in enclosed public spaces, including private vehicles transporting minors. Non-compliance risks product seizures and administrative sanctions.
- Provincial Traffic Codes (e.g., Buenos Aires Law 14,909): Local authorities may impose additional demerit points on driver licenses for endangering minors, with courts prioritizing cases involving secondhand aerosol exposure. Buenos Aires and Córdoba have enacted stricter local ordinances in 2025.