Italian Authorities Ban Nicotine Pouches Supply and Display

Mar.15.2023

Italian customs has ordered retailers to cease supplying nicotine pouches due to health concerns.

Recently, the Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) issued an order to all retailers and trade associations in the country, instructing them to suspend the supply of nicotine pouches.

It is reported that the Ministry of Health has conducted a sampling investigation on some nicotine pouches available in the market to analyze their potential dangers. During this investigation, businesses are prohibited from displaying the products or samples of nicotine pouches. The specific release time will be notified separately.

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Adm formalizes the ban on the supply and display of nicotine pouches in the sales network.

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