China Regulates Nicotine Pouches & Smokeless Tobacco Under State Monopoly
The State Tobacco Monopoly Administration (STMA) of China has officially incorporated nicotine pouches, snus, and other smokeless tobacco products into its regulatory framework as of January 9, 2026. This move subjects these items to the same strict monopoly controls as cigarettes, banning unlicensed production and sales while restricting new investments in the sector. The State […]
