What are Zyn nicotine pouches? And are they bad for you?
The FDA has given marketing authorization to Zyn nicotine pouches. That doesn't necessarily mean they're safe to use, especially for young people, and experts say there's little evidence that they help adults quit smoking.
FDA authorizes first nicotine pouches
The Food and Drug Administration Thursday authorized marketing of 20 nicotine pouches — the first time the products have been greenlit by the agency. Nicotine pouches are tobacco-free sachets filled with nicotine and flavorings that are held between the gums and lips similar to snus,
FDA makes key decision on Zyn nicotine pouches
In a statement, the FDA said it has authorized the marketing and sale of Philip Morris International’s Zyn nicotine pouches. The pouches, which are placed between the lip and gum, are tobacco-free but contain nicotine. They come in different strengths and a variety of flavors such as citrus, coffee, peppermint and berry.
In a First-of-Its-Kind Decision, FDA Will Allow Marketing of Nicotine Pouches
This marketing decision from the FDA covers 2 nicotine strengths, 3 mg and 6 mg, and 10 flavors of the small tobacco-free synthetic pouches.
Zyn nicotine pouches get FDA approval
FDA authorizes Zyn nicotine pouches, citing public health benefits for adult smokers, despite concerns over flavored products' appeal to teens.
FDA authorizes Zyn nicotine pouches, cites lower risk than cigarettes
The FDA authorized the marketing of 20 Zyn products on Thursday, marking the first allowance for the fast-growing nicotine pouches.
US FDA grants first market authorization of nicotine pouches to Zyn
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the marketing of 20 Zyn products on Thursday, marking the first such move by the regulator for the fast-growing nicotine pouches segment in the country.
FDA officially authorizes Zyn nicotine pouches for sale following health review
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration formally authorized Zyn nicotine pouches for sale after conducting an "extensive scientific review" about their safety.
FDA OKs sales of Zyn nicotine pouches, citing health benefits for adult smokers
Federal health officials on Thursday backed the public health benefits of nicotine pouches, authorizing Philip Morris ...
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What is Zyn? FDA OKs sales, but health concerns of the controversial nicotine pouches remain
Unlike smoking and vaping, Zyn is smoke- and tobacco-free — but the pouches still contain nicotine, an addictive chemical. This makes the product legal only for those 21 and above. The brand's ...
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FDA regulation of nicotine pouches can help prevent youth use, say Rutgers researchers
Nicotine pouches are a newer class of smokeless products that don’t contain tobacco. Zyn became the first FDA-authorized ...
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FDA Proposes Cap on Nicotine in Cigarettes, Other Tobacco Products
The FDA is proposing a limit on the amount of nicotine in cigarettes and certain other combustible tobacco products to reduce ...
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Nicotine Pouches - A Public Health Opportunity in Africa's Tobacco Harm Reduction Journey
The recent decision by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to authorize the marketing of 20 ZYN nicotine pouch products is a landmark moment in the global conversation on tobacco harm ...