Suntree Vanilla Cream Vape Liquid recalled due to Safety Issue, New Zealand

New Zealand

Hoopers Vapour Ltd has issued a recall for Suntree Salts - Vanilla Cream 18mg nicotine (30mL) due to elevated levels of Diacetyl, a compound linked to lung injury. The product was sold in New Zealand between February 1, 2024, and July 15, 2025.

AFFECTED PRODUCTS:

1) PRODUCT: NPRD-25423; NPRD-34286 – Suntree – Vanilla Cream
- Affected Batch: All batches
- Expiry Dates: N/A
- Reason for Action: Product contains prohibited substance
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 15/07/2025

2) PRODUCT: NPRD-28503 – Crazy Salt – Strawberry Grape
- Affected Batch: CY20231101
- Expiry Dates: 2025.11.15
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 28/05/2025

3) PRODUCT: NPRD-24829 – Robo Bar Juicy World – Apple
- Affected Batch: RB24012601
- Expiry Dates: 2026.01.25
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 28/05/2025

4) PRODUCT: NPRD-26070 – Fog Factory – Peach Berries
- Affected Batch: 20240415012
- Expiry Dates: 2025.04.14
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 28/05/2025

5) PRODUCT: NPRD-24582 – Six Licks – Tropical
- Affected Batch: 8345-17
- Expiry Dates: 2025/06/06
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 16/04/2025

6) PRODUCT: NPRD-23219; NPRD-29670 – LOCO R8000 – Blueberry Raspberry
- Affected Batch: 2023/11/27
- Expiry Dates: 2025/11/27
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 28/03/2025

7) PRODUCT: NPRD-26009 – InfamousNZ – Vanilla Caramel
- Affected Batch: BN-042403
- Expiry Dates: 04/26
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 27/02/2025

8) PRODUCT: NPRD-26865 – Legacy Salts – Banana Cream
- Affected Batch: A051023
- Expiry Dates: 24-09-2025
- Reason for Action: 40mg/ml nicotine salt version tested – Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 2/04/2025

9) PRODUCT: NPRD-23713 – Bingo – Lemon
- Affected Batch: NZ20231005
- Expiry Dates: 2025/10/04
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 1/05/2025

10) PRODUCT: NPRD-23669 – Bingo – Strawberry Kiwifruit
- Affected Batch: NZ20240105
- Expiry Dates: 2026/01/04
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 1/05/2025

11) PRODUCT: NPRD-23236 – Hard Ice – Grape
- Affected Batch: 002171
- Expiry Dates: Feb/26
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 3/03/2025

12) PRODUCT: NPRD-28980 – Lords Polar Blast – Grape
- Affected Batch: #D6000E
- Expiry Dates: 09.2026
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 5/05/2025

13) PRODUCT: NPRD-29337 – Vapetasia Killer Fruit Salts – Strawberry Guava
- Affected Batch: #13998
- Expiry Dates: May 26
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 19/03/2025

14) PRODUCT: NPRD-24944 – Puk Simply – Apple
- Affected Batch: Not labelled
- Expiry Dates: 2026 03 11
- Reason for Action: 35mg/ml nicotine salt version tested – Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 19/03/2025

15) PRODUCT: NPRD-24946 – Puk Drinks – Lychee
- Affected Batch: Not labelled
- Expiry Dates: 2025 12 28
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 19/03/2025

16) PRODUCT: NPRD-29336 – Vapetasia – Vanilla Tobacco
- Affected Batch: 14321
- Expiry Dates: 07/26
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 19/03/2025

17) PRODUCT: NPRD-28595 – Five Pawns Salts – Strawberry Vanilla
- Affected Batch: #2103_ (incomplete)
- Expiry Dates: 8/2026
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 19/03/2025

18) PRODUCT: NPRD-29608 – Frozen Fruit Monster – Blueberry Lemon
- Affected Batch: 1D5794-001
- Expiry Dates: 06/14/2026
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 19/03/2025

19) PRODUCT: NPRD-29345 – VE Premium – Peppermint Menthol
- Affected Batch: #14172
- Expiry Dates: 6/2026
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 19/03/2025

20) PRODUCT: NPRD-25796 – Wotofo Nexpod – Raspberry Mint
- Affected Batch: 2401
- Expiry Dates: 2026.01.30
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 28/02/2025

21) PRODUCT: NPRD-27730 – Zovoo – Cherry Pomegranate
- Affected Batch: M0018723122801006
- Expiry Dates: 19-07-25
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 1/05/2025

22) PRODUCT: NPRD-24065 – Vapengin – Cream Strawberry
- Affected Batch: F240506
- Expiry Dates: 20260505
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 16/04/2025

23) PRODUCT: NPRD-24067 – Vapengin – Raspberry Watermelon
- Affected Batch: F240506
- Expiry Dates: 20260505
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 16/04/2025

24) PRODUCT: NPRD-26794 – Vapengin Vulcan – Passionfruit Guava
- Affected Batch: F240124
- Expiry Dates: 20260123
- Reason for Action: Product does not meet nicotine label claims
- Date Recalled/Sales Prohibited: 16/04/2025

The issue was identified through testing that revealed non-compliance with legal limits for Diacetyl. The recall was initiated on July 15, 2025, and is classified as a consumer-level recall.

If you or a loved one are harmed or experiencing any symptoms, it is important to report it. Reporting can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: www.health.govt.nz/regulation-legislation/vaping-herbal-smoking-and-smokeless-tobacco/requirements/prohibited-vaping-products