Portugal has taken a decisive step toward formalising the regulation of nicotine pouches by creating a new excise tax category for these tobacco-free, smokeless products. Beginning in 2026, nicotine pouches
At a time when nicotine policy too often reflects fear rather than fact, the Nicotine Policy Hub, led by Dr. Jeffrey Willlett, has emerged as a thoughtful and evidence-based voice
The growing visibility of nicotine pouches in gyms and fitness circles is sparking a new public conversation about where performance enhancement ends and risk begins. A recent GQ feature, “Why
The nicotine market is evolving faster than ever. Fueled by shifting consumer preferences, regulatory changes, and ongoing scientific advances, a new generation of smoke-free products is taking hold shape. As
The global nicotine landscape is evolving, with oral nicotine pouches now preparing to enter markets long dominated by cigarettes and smokeless tobacco. The Swedish brand Loop, created by Another Snus
Recent reporting from Vejpkollen highlights a growing clash between Sweden and Brussels over proposed EU tax reforms that could dramatically reshape the nicotine pouch market. At the core of the
A landmark study from Rutgers University offers the clearest national picture yet of nicotine pouch use in the United States, and the findings reinforce what harm reduction advocates have long
Across Europe, governments are navigating one of the most complex public health challenges of our time: how to regulate emerging nicotine products while protecting youth, safeguarding consumers, and achieving long-term
For decades, smoking has remained one of the leading causes of preventable death worldwide. Despite countless awareness campaigns and cessation programs, millions of adults continue to smoke, often because nicotine
Recent reporting from Vejpkollen highlights a growing clash between Sweden and Brussels over proposed EU tax reforms that could dramatically reshape the nicotine pouch market. At the core of the
As nicotine pouches continue to gain popularity as a smoke-free alternative for adult consumers, understanding their composition has become increasingly important. Unlike traditional tobacco products, nicotine pouches are tobacco-leaf free,
The World Health Organization’s new Global Report on Tobacco Trends 2000–2024 paints a complex picture: while smoking rates continue to fall, one in five adults worldwide still uses tobacco. Between
