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Are nicotine pouches legal in Australia?

Since 24 July 2026, Australians can no longer buy or import nicotine pouches legally, not even with a prescription. This guide explains the TGA rules, what they mean for brands such as ZYN, for tra...

Why is snus banned in the EU?

Snus has been banned in the European Union since 1992, with an exception for Sweden. This guide explains the reasons the EU gave, the court cases that confirmed the ban and why tobacco-free nicotin...

Is snus legal in the UK?

Snus with tobacco may not be sold in the UK, while tobacco-free nicotine pouches are legal. This guide explains the snus ban, possession and import, and the new rules of the Tobacco and Vapes Act 2...

RegulationNicotine pouches: Pablo, RAVE, LEWA, Loop

TPD3 & Nicotine Pouches Germany 2026

On 2 April 2026, the EU Commission published the TPD2 evaluation report. This provides the basis for the revision of the Tobacco Products Directive, referred to as TPD3. Nicotine pouches are offici...

RegulationNicotine pouches: ZYN, RELX, MYNT, Chainpop

What You Need to Know About Snus in Turkey

Summer holiday in Turkey, bags packed, tins in tow. Then the question that pops up just before departure: am I even allowed to bring this? Snus in Turkey – is it legal or not? The answer depends on...

RegulationNicotine pouches: CLEW, Loop, XQS, RELX

Snus at the Office: What's Allowed?

Do you use snus or nicotine pouches and wonder how that works in your daily office routine? No more smoke breaks, no smell on your clothes, and still the familiar nicotine effect. That sounds appea...