Finland: Smoke-Free Tax Plans Draw Fire

November 21, 2023 by tobaccoreporter.com

Finland: Smoke-Free Tax Plans Draw Fire

The Finnish government’s recent proposal to increase taxes on nicotine pouches and vape liquids has drawn criticism from the World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA). The current plan would increase the price of one nicotine pouch box by approximately €2.50 ($2.74). This move, which aims to bring smokeless nicotine products under tobacco taxation, is a significant step backwards in harm reduction efforts, according to the consumer group. “Finland’s plan to increase taxes on less harmful nicotine alternatives is deeply concerning. Not only does this reduce the price differential between deadly cigarettes and safer alternatives, but it also directly undermines public health goals. [...]


15.00% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 697,594 current smokers in Finland 18.60% of men are current smokers but only 13.60% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR

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