Age-restricted products

Some products and services can only be sold to people of a certain age. This means they are 'age-restricted'. They should not be sold to underage people because of the impact they could have on them. We offer advice and support to businesses in North Somerset to help prevent underage sales.

This table shows which products are age-restricted in the UK and how old you must be to buy them.

ProductAge
Alcohol18 and over
Adult magazines18 and over
Botulinum toxin (botox) and cosmetic fillers18 and over
Cigarettes, tobacco products, nicotine inhaling products (vapes) and e-liquids18 and over
Corrosive substances18 and over
Fireworks and sparklers18 and over
Christmas crackers12 and over
Knives, blades, axes and crossbows (not including folding knives with blades under three inches long)18 and over
Solvents and lighter refills containing butane18 and over
Sunbeds18 and over
Tattoos18 and over
Caps, party poppers and similar products16 and over
Liqueur chocolates16 and over
Lottery tickets and scratch cards18 and over
Petrol (this age covers both purchasing and dispensing)16 and over
Spray paints and aerosols16 and over
Videos, DVDs and video gamesAs shown on certificate

 

Free training toolkit

For a limited time, we are able to offer some businesses in North Somerset one year’s free access to the Trading Standards South West online interactive toolkit. This training package covers all age restricted products and gives clear guidance to businesses. 

Report businesses selling age-restricted products to children

If you are aware of businesses selling age-restricted products to children, please report them. You can make a report to Citizens Advice by completing their online enquiry form or by phoning 0808 223 1133.

Any information you give will be treated in the utmost confidence.