The Canadian government has banned the sale of nicotine pouches outside of pharmacies, effective August 28th, 2024. This decision comes in response to growing concerns about the use of Nicotine Replacement Therapies (NRTs) by individuals, particularly young people, who would not otherwise use nicotine products.
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The Finnish government is taking steps to regulate the use of nicotine pouches, a smokeless tobacco alternative, by bringing these products under the purview of existing tobacco laws. The move comes as concerns mount over the potential health risks associated with nicotine pouches, particularly among young people.
Nicotine pouches are small, tobacco-free bags that users place in their mouth, typically between the gum and lip. While they do not contain tobacco leaf, they do contain nicotine, an addictive stimulant derived from tobacco. Users consume nicotine pouches in a manner similar to snus, another smokeless tobacco product.
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The government’s proposed regulations aim to curb nicotine levels in these pouches to 20 milligrams per gram of product, while also prohibiting online sales and limiting the range of available flavors. These measures are designed to make nicotine pouches less appealing to young people and to prevent the development of nicotine addiction.
Under the proposed legislation, retailers selling nicotine pouches would be required to obtain a license, while importers would face additional restrictions. The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health is leading the charge on this legislative package, which is expected to be presented to parliament this spring.
The government’s stance on nicotine pouches is informed by the Finnish health agency THL, which classifies nicotine as an addictive stimulant that can constrict blood vessels, increase blood pressure, and make users more susceptible to arrhythmia. By regulating these products, the government hopes to mitigate the potential health risks associated with oral nicotine use, particularly among youth.
Interestingly, the widespread availability of strong nicotine pouches in Finland has had an unexpected impact on the smuggling of oral tobacco products from neighboring Sweden. As nicotine pouches have become more accessible, the demand for smuggled snus has decreased dramatically, underscoring the need for effective regulation of these products.
News source: https://yle.fi/a/74-20078963
British Columbia has announced new regulations that will restrict the sale of “nicotine pouches” to pharmacies only. Starting Wednesday, these products will no longer be available in convenience stores across the province.
Read moreBelgium is taking a firm stance against nicotine pouches, with a complete ban on their sale set to take effect on October 1st, 2023. The ban is part of the anti-tobacco plan signed by Federal Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke (Vooruit) and 23 other ministers, with the royal decree officially published on March 14th.
Read moreThe Dutch government announced that it would ban the sale of all types of nicotine pouches in the Netherlands. The new regulations will also extend the existing rules for tobacco to include all other tobacco-free nicotine products.
Read moreIn a significant move towards addressing the growing use of alternative nicotine delivery systems, Senator Gustavo Moreno Hurtado has filed Bill No. 263 of 2022 before the General Secretariat of the Senate of the Republic in Colombia. The bill, titled “Regulation of Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Administration Products,” aims to establish a comprehensive legal framework for the production and commercialization of these products while prioritizing the protection of minors and non-consumers.
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