Vapelabs SAS C Application and Validation Guide

Special Access Scheme (SAS) online system

The Special Access Scheme (SAS) & Authorised Prescriber (AP) scheme Online System (SAS & AP online system) is the preferred method of submission for SAS applications and notifications.

Special Access Scheme & Authorised Prescriber Scheme Online System

The TGA has a responsibility to encourage the use of therapeutic goods that are included in theAustralian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), as these products have been evaluated to ensure they meet strict standards of safety, quality and effectiveness.

How to use the Submission validation tool

This video steps pharmacists through the TGA’s SAS and AP validation tool to be used prior to dispensing unapproved therapeutic goods. The pharmacist is able to validate submissions made by a medical or nurse practitioner under the SAS and AP schemes by entering a reference number.

List of notified vapes

This page contains a list of vapes (including vaping substances, vaping accessories and vaping devices) that sponsors have provided to the TGA stating that the vapes comply with applicable standards for supply in Australia for smoking cessation or the management of nicotine dependence.

Vaping hub

The Government is taking strong action to address vaping in Australia through a comprehensive range of regulatory reforms that change the way vapes can be imported, manufactured, supplied and advertised in Australia. 

How to use the Special Access Scheme and Authorised Prescriber portal to access vapes

This video steps pharmacist through the TGA’s SAS and AP online system for accessing therapeutic vapes, including SAS-C notification and AP application requirements. The TGA requires this information as vapes are unapproved therapeutic goods.