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Study: Locally developed pouch linked to less mouth irritation

A new scientific pilot study suggests that so-called ”sting-free” nicotine pouches, designed with a protective barrier against the oral mucosa, can reduce irritation and snus-related changes in the mouth.

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Left-wing coalition mobilises for tougher EU rules against smokeless nicotine

The Socialist Group in the European Parliament wants to take control of the upcoming EU legislation on nicotine. Now the centre-left coalition is mobilising to secure a key role in tightening rules and raising taxes on smoke-free...

EU wants to go smoke-free - but is tightening smoke-free alternatives to cigarettes

The Commission is pushing a new tobacco directive that risks hitting vapes and nicotine pouches hard, even though smoking is falling as more people opt for smokeless nicotine products.

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Warns against EU taxes on nicotine - ”Risking jobs and public health”

87 industry organisations, manufacturers and retailers are raising the alarm about the European Commission's planned tax increases on cigarettes and smokeless nicotine products. The sector warns of job and fiscal collapse - and says public health could suffer.

Taxpayers pressures government in nicotine tax battle

“Swedish snus users should not have to pay SEK 70 for a can of white snus” This is the opinion of the Taxpayers' Association, which is now entering the debate on the EU's proposal for a new tax on smokeless...

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Denmark accused of pushing through nicotine pouch ban at COP11

The EU's internal conflict over smoke-free nicotine products has flared up again - in the midst of negotiations on the Tobacco Convention in Geneva. According to several sources, Denmark has independently amended the EU's common...

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International scientists: “WHO risks lives by opposing smoke-free alternatives”

Leading scientists from several countries accuse the WHO of discouraging smoke-free alternatives such as e-cigarettes, snus and nicotine pouches - products that research shows can reduce the risks of nicotine use and help millions of smokers quit.

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Fierce EU battle on smoke-free nicotine ahead of WHO tobacco meeting - Sweden on the frontline

EU member states are on a collision course ahead of the secret WHO tobacco meeting. Sweden has a crucial role to play, but experts warn of the risks of compromise. "Don't let the prohibitionists get an inch"

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Calling on users to have their say on EU nicotine taxes - over 13,000 have responded

So far, over 13,000 Europeans have commented on the European Commission's proposals for new nicotine taxes. Several advocacy organisations are now urging their members to keep up the pressure. “Together we can stop the EU bureaucrats" insane proposals" writes the Swedish Snus Association

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Study: Locally developed pouch linked to less mouth irritation

Left-wing coalition mobilises for tougher EU rules against smokeless nicotine

EU wants to go smoke-free - but is tightening smoke-free alternatives to cigarettes

Warns against EU taxes on nicotine - ”Risking jobs and public health”

Taxpayers pressures government in nicotine tax battle

Denmark accused of pushing through nicotine pouch ban at COP11

International scientists: “WHO risks lives by opposing smoke-free alternatives”

Fierce EU battle on smoke-free nicotine ahead of WHO tobacco meeting - Sweden on the frontline

Calling on users to have their say on EU nicotine taxes - over 13,000 have responded

"Officials are expected to defend the Swedish harm reduction model"

EU budget under threat - 14 countries side with Sweden on nicotine tax

Snus giant: "Boycott champagne and don't holiday in France"