Exclusive: EU’s Leaked COP11 Position Signals Harsh Crackdown on Safer Nicotine Products
October 09, 2025 by clearingtheair.eu
Exclusive: EU’s Leaked COP11 Position Signals Harsh Crackdown on Safer Nicotine Products
A leaked EU document reveals plans to regulate or ban non-smoked nicotine products like vaping devices and heated tobacco as potential public health threats. The EU dismisses harm reduction, focusing on strict regulations and possible bans on these products to protect youth and the environment. Critics warn this approach may increase cigarette use. The document signifies a shift from previous openness to harm reduction. By equating all nicotine use with smoking, the policy could inadvertently protect cigarettes. The EU's stance risks ignoring real-world data supporting harm reduction strategies. The proposed regulations could hinder safer alternatives, encouraging continued cigarette use, despite evidence of reduced smoking rates in countries with legal non-smoked nicotine products.
