Petition · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade
Ban sale of high-caffeine products like gum and supplements to under 16s
Closed
41 signatures
What the petition asks
Introduce a law banning children under 16 from buying high-caffeine products like gum, supplements, excluding drinks, with strict age checks and safe placement in stores
We are concerned about the possibility of young people overdosing on high caffeine products and requiring hospital treatment. We are also concerned about the possible toxicity and accessibility of high caffeine products for young people. We urge the Government to pass a law which restricts sales to adults only, enforces age checks and ensures safe placement in shops to help prevent overdoses and protect young people.
Timeline
| 24 Sep 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 24 Mar 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
41
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade
Opened
24 Sep 2025
Closed
24 Mar 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 21 Aug 2026.