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Although nicotine pouches have the possibility of being a reduced risk product, there is no independent testing of their constituents, exposure or biomarkers of effects. Research evaluating nicotine delivery is lacking.<ref name=RobichaudSeidenberg2019/> Organizations in Kenya are concerned that the nicotine pouches may raise the risk of cancer, heart disease, and reproductive or developmental harms.<ref name=Kabale2019/> Kenya Tobacco Control Alliance objected to the entrance of nicotine pouches in Kenya.<ref name=Kabale2019/> They stated there is no reliable research to demonstrate nicotine pouches are safer than regular [[cigarette]]s.<ref name=Kabale2019>{{cite news|url=https://www.nation.co.ke/health/Tobacco-free-nicotine-pouches-proposal/3476990-5225488-imjgvj/index.html|title=Lobby has raised an alarm, saying the introduction of pouches could result in increased risk for cancer|last=Kabale |
Although nicotine pouches have the possibility of being a reduced risk product, there is no independent testing of their constituents, exposure or biomarkers of effects. Research evaluating nicotine delivery is lacking.<ref name=RobichaudSeidenberg2019/> Organizations in Kenya are concerned that the nicotine pouches may raise the risk of cancer, heart disease, and reproductive or developmental harms.<ref name=Kabale2019/> Kenya Tobacco Control Alliance objected to the entrance of nicotine pouches in Kenya.<ref name=Kabale2019/> They stated that there is no reliable research to demonstrate nicotine pouches are safer than regular [[cigarette]]s.<ref name=Kabale2019>{{cite news|url=https://www.nation.co.ke/health/Tobacco-free-nicotine-pouches-proposal/3476990-5225488-imjgvj/index.html|title=Lobby has raised an alarm, saying the introduction of pouches could result in increased risk for cancer|last=Kabale |
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Revision as of 22:53, 24 November 2019
A nicotine pouch is available as preportioned pouches like snus.[1] The nicotine pouches look white and contain nicotine.[1] No combustion is involved.[1] The user puts a pouch between the lip and gum.[1] The user does not need to spit.[1] The pouches do not need refrigeration.[1] The pouches are sold in an array of fruit flavors.[1] In 2019, five big tobacco companies offered nicotine pouch products.[1] They are marketed as containing no tobacco leaf.[1]
Dryft
Dryft is owned by Kretek International and it is sold in the US.[1] The nicotine content for Dryft is 2 and 7 mg.[1]
Lyft
Lyft is owned by British American Tobacco and it is sold in the UK and Sweden.[1] The nicotine content for Lyft is 4 and 6 mg.[1]
Nordic Spirit
Nordic Spirit is owned by Japan Tobacco International and it is sold in Sweden.[1]
On!
Altria purchased 80% of the On! nicotine pouch company.[1] It is sold in Sweden, Japan and the US.[1]
Veleo
Velo is owned by R. J. Reynolds Vapor Company and it is sold in the US.[1] The nicotine content for Velo is 2 and 4 mg.[1] Velo states that the contents in their products consist of nicotine obtained from the tobacco plant, microcrystalline cellulose, water, salt, sucralose, citric acid, and artificial flavor.[1]
Zone X
Zone X is owned by Imperial Tobacco and it is sold in the UK. In 2019, British American Tobacco started selling nicotine pouches in Kenya.[2]
ZYN
ZYN is owned by Swedish Match and it is sold in Europe and the US.[1] Zyn states that the contents in their products consist of pharmaceutical-grade nicotine salt, hydroxypropyl cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, maltitol, gum arabic, sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate, acesulfame K, and food-grade flavorings.[1] ZYN is sold in over 4,000 retailers in the US.[3]
Contents
The nicotine content among nicotine pouch brands differ per pouch.[1] Nicotine pouches are sold in an array of fruit flavors such as black cherry and citrus.[1] Other flavors include peppermint and coffee.[1]
Research
Although nicotine pouches have the possibility of being a reduced risk product, there is no independent testing of their constituents, exposure or biomarkers of effects. Research evaluating nicotine delivery is lacking.[1] Organizations in Kenya are concerned that the nicotine pouches may raise the risk of cancer, heart disease, and reproductive or developmental harms.[2] Kenya Tobacco Control Alliance objected to the entrance of nicotine pouches in Kenya.[2] They stated that there is no reliable research to demonstrate nicotine pouches are safer than regular cigarettes.[2]
Motivation
Nicotine pouches may entice youth as well as young adult never-smokers because they are available in an array of fruit flavors and may be used unobtrusively.[1]
Marketing
Companies use marketing terms such as 'tobacco-free' or 'tobacco leaf free'.[1] They are marketed online as they can be used anywhere and they require no batteries and no devices.[1]
Cost
Nicotine pouches seem to be cost similar to a pack of regular cigarettes.[1] Velo were purchased for US$3.76, Zyn were purchased US$5.11, Dryft were purchased US$5.54, and On! were purchased US$6.50 in 2019.[1]
Classification
It is assumed they are classified as tobacco products in the US because they nicotine obtained from tobacco.[1] It is not clear how they are classified in other countries.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z aa ab ac ad ae af Robichaud, Meagan O.; Seidenberg, Andrew B.; Byron, M. Justin (2019). "Tobacco companies introduce 'tobacco-free' nicotine pouches". Tobacco Control: tobaccocontrol-2019-055321. doi:10.1136/tobaccocontrol-2019-055321. ISSN 0964-4563. PMID 31753961.
- ^ a b c d Kabale, Nasibo (8 June 2019). "Lobby has raised an alarm, saying the introduction of pouches could result in increased risk for cancer". Daily Nation.
- ^ "ZYN Nicotine Pouch". Convenience Store News. 2019.
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