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.
| Product | Age |
|---|---|
| Alcohol | 18 and over |
| Adult magazines | 18 and over |
| Botulinum toxin (botox) and cosmetic fillers | 18 and over |
| Cigarettes, tobacco products, nicotine inhaling products (vapes) and e-liquids | 18 and over |
| Corrosive substances | 18 and over |
| Fireworks and sparklers | 18 and over |
| Christmas crackers | 12 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 butane | 18 and over |
| Sunbeds | 18 and over |
| Tattoos | 18 and over |
| Caps, party poppers and similar products | 16 and over |
| Liqueur chocolates | 16 and over |
| Lottery tickets and scratch cards | 18 and over |
| Petrol (this age covers both purchasing and dispensing) | 16 and over |
| Spray paints and aerosols | 16 and over |
| Videos, DVDs and video games | As shown on certificate |
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.
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.