Can You Use Zyn or Other Nicotine Pouches on an Airplane?

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A recent incident on a Delta Air Lines flight has sparked a debate among travelers regarding the in-flight use of tobacco-free nicotine pouches like Zyn. While airline policies strictly prohibit smoking, vaping, and the use of chewing tobacco, the rules for newer, smokeless, tobacco-free alternatives have been less clear, leading to confusion.

The discussion began on the Delta subreddit after a first-class passenger reported being asked by a flight attendant to spit out his Zyn pouch. The passenger complied but questioned the policy, noting that he believed Zyn, being tobacco-free, was different from banned smokeless tobacco products and more akin to nicotine gum or patches, which are permitted.

In response to inquiries, a Delta spokesperson clarified the airline’s stance, pointing to its “Smoke Free Service” rule in the Contract of Carriage. This rule states, “Delta prohibits smoking and the use of all smokeless tobacco products (including e-cigarettes and vapes) on all flights.” The airline confirmed that it categorizes tobacco-free nicotine pouches like Zyn under this “smokeless tobacco products” umbrella, making their use prohibited.

Most other major U.S. airlines have similarly worded policies that ban tobacco use but do not explicitly name tobacco-free nicotine pouches, creating ambiguity for users. However, given the surging popularity of these products – Zyn unit sales increased 641% between 2019 and 2022 – airlines are likely to publish clearer and more specific policies soon. For now, travelers should assume that using nicotine pouches during a flight is not permitted on major carriers like Delta.

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