tobacco rules Notice: 21 LAW Effective: October 1, 2019 https://health.maryland.gov/notobaccosalestominors/Pages/Home.aspx Important changes impacting tobacco sales: There is no "grandfather," phase-in, or grace period​ for individuals who are 18 years of Big Changes to Virginia Tobacco

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Up-Front and Fixed Costs Hardware (ZD-V Pro, delivered): $5,200 one-time Initial inventory (pods & disposables): $2,000 (covers 250 units at $8 wholesale average) Shipping, bracket mounting, professional installation: $700 First-year software & cellular connectivity: $240 ($20/month) Total first-year outlay: $8,140 Monthly Operating Figures Gross sales: 380 units/month at $14.95 average retail = $5,681 Cost of goods sold (COGS): 380 $8 = $3,040 Venue commission (15% of gross): $852 Cashless processing fees (2.6% + $0.10 per trans): ~$165 Restock labor & mileage (3 trips/month): $150 Net monthly profit before tax: $1,474 At that rate, the machine's total first-year cost is fully recouped in about 5.5 months

This is particularly relevant for non-smokers who spend significant time outdoors without adequate protection