Look out for counterfeit nicotine pouches, warns leading supplier
March 30, 2026 by talkingretail.com
Look out for counterfeit nicotine pouches, warns leading supplier
To combat counterfeiters, consumers are advised by the company to buy from trusted retailers. Nicotine pouch use has doubled since 2020. Consumers should watch out for signs of fake pouches like poor packaging, suspiciously low prices, inadequate labeling, and unknown manufacturers. Counterfeit pouches pose risks such as inaccurate nicotine levels and harmful ingredients. It is crucial to purchase from reliable sources, checking for proper labeling, batch numbers, and QR codes to ensure safety and authenticity amid the growing popularity of nicotine pouches in the UK.
11.80% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 6.7 million current smokers in United Kingdom 13.60% of men are current smokers but only 10.10% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
