The Rise of Illegal Nicotine Pouches Among Australian Youth

Oct.15.2024

A survey found that one in four Australian young people have used illegal nicotine pouches, citing taste preference.

According to a report from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC News) on October 15th, a survey conducted on Australian young people found that approximately one quarter had used illegal nicotine pouches. The survey, which involved nearly 1,600 participants aged 16 to 39, found that 34% of respondents used nicotine pouches because they liked the taste.

The research results were published in the journal "Drug and Alcohol Dependence," anonymously conducted online from April to June 2024, with 19% of participants reporting use of nicotine pouches in the past 30 days.

Michelle Jongenelis, Associate Professor of Behavioral Psychology at the University of Melbourne and co-author of the report, stated that as e-cigarettes face stricter scrutiny, retailers are shifting to selling other products.

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in Australia has stated that nicotine pouches are subject to strict regulation and have not yet been approved for sale in Australia.

Jones emphasized the need for the government to monitor the use of nicotine pouches in a nationwide survey to understand their prevalence. She suggested strengthening enforcement measures, rather than just relying on legislative changes.

The sale of these products is illegal, so we need better enforcement measures and ensure enforcement covers all possible illegal nicotine products.

References:

[1] Survey finds one in four young Australians have used illegal and unregulated dissolvable nicotine pouches

Also Read:

[1] Australia Cracks Down on Illegal Tobacco and E-cigarette Black Market

[2] Tasmania Government Takes Strong Measures Against E-Cigarettes Act

[3] Australia Takes Tough Stance on Illegal E-cigarette Sales

[4] Australia's Strict Regulations on E-cigarette Products: Latest Updates

[5] Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration Responds to 2Firsts: Monitoring E-Cigarette Ads with Penalties Up to AUD 20M

[6] ABF Strikes Major Blow Against Illegal E-Cigarette and Tobacco Trade

[7] Rising Concern: One in Four Australian Youth Use Nicotine Pouches

#Legislation #Australia #Oceania #Nicotine-free e-cigarettes

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