FDA Updates Modified Risk Tobacco Product Orders for Swedish Match USA

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Jul.04.2024
FDA Updates Modified Risk Tobacco Product Orders for Swedish Match USA
FDA reissues two applications related to Swedish Match's General Snus products, extending public comment period for further review.

According to a news update on the official website of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on July 3, FDA has reissued two application documents related to the Modified Risk Tobacco Product (MRTP) order for Swedish Match USA, Inc.'s General Snus products. These reissued documents contain previously edited content and are now available for viewing on the Swedish Match MRTP application webpage.

 

In addition, the FDA has extended the public comment period for the Swedish Match Company's MRTP update application to allow the public more time to review the recently reissued application materials. The public can submit comments on the application on the regulations.gov webpage with the docket number FDA-2014-N-1051. The FDA will announce the deadline for the comment period after it is determined.

 

These application materials have been edited in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and can be found on the FDA's website. Before making a final decision on the MRTP application, the FDA will consider all available information, including public comments and recommendations from the Tobacco Products Scientific Advisory Committee (TPSAC).

 

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