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California bans public sale of large nitrous oxide containers
Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 936 (Chapter 317, Statutes of 2026) on September 18, 2026, adding Chapter 10 to Part 15 of Division 104 of the Health and Safety Code. From January 1, 2027, no one may sell or distribute nitrous oxide containers holding more than eight grams or allowing direct inhalation, food-flavoured nitrous oxide, or inhalation devices, subject to medical, dental, culinary, automotive and manufacturing exemptions. Violations are infractions fined $500 to $2,000, with license suspension for repeat offenders.
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- Chapter 317, approved September 18, 2026; effective January 1, 2027.California Legislative InformationCalifornia Legislative Information
- Bans containers over eight grams and any container from which a person may directly inhale.California Legislative Information
- Food-flavored nitrous oxide is unlawful, as are devices for inhaling nitrous oxide from containers.California Legislative Information
- Fines reach $500, $1,000, or $2,000 by offense count; repeat violators face license suspension or revocation.California Legislative Information
- Exemptions cover denatured product, manufacturing and automotive uses, and licensed medical, veterinary, or dental practitioners.California Legislative Information
- Covers sales in person, through the internet, or by any other electronic or digital means.California Legislative Information
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