FDA’s Authorization of Zyn Nicotine Pouches a Step in the Right Direction

February 10, 2025 by filtermag.org

FDA’s Authorization of Zyn Nicotine Pouches a Step in the Right Direction

The FDA authorized the marketing of 20 Zyn nicotine pouch products, recognizing their harm reduction benefits compared to cigarettes. This decision underscores the importance of tobacco harm reduction for adult smokers. While the FDA's move is a step forward, inconsistencies in its overall approach to nicotine and tobacco remain evident. Policies should prioritize harm reduction over punitive measures. The FDA should encourage safer alternatives like pouches, vapes, and heated tobacco to reduce smoking-related diseases. Embracing a consistent harm reduction framework will lead to significant progress in reducing smoking-related deaths.


January 17, 2025 by bbc.com

US FDA officially authorises Zyn nicotine pouches for sale

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January 17, 2025 by reuters.com

US FDA grants first market authorization of nicotine pouches to Zyn

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January 17, 2025 by statnews.com

FDA authorizes sale of Zyn nicotine pouches, saying public health benefits outweigh risk

The FDA has allowed Zyn nicotine pouches to stay on the market, stating that their benefits for adu…

January 17, 2025 by usatoday.com

FDA authorizes Zyn nicotine pouches, cites lower risk than cigarettes

The FDA authorized Zyn nicotine pouches, deeming them lower risk than cigarettes due to reduced har…

January 16, 2025 by cspdailynews.com

FDA Authorizes First Nicotine Pouch

FDA granted marketing approval to 20 Zyn nicotine pouch products, making it the first FDA-authorize…


19.30% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 52.1 million current smokers in United States 22.90% of men are current smokers but only 15.80% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR


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