Previously, the Finnish Medicines Agency (Fimea) classified nicotine pouches as medicinal products due to the pharmacological effects of nicotine. However, in April 2023, Fimea revised its interpretation, reclassifying nicotine pouches as consumer goods unless explicitly marketed for medicinal purposes. With this reclassification, nicotine pouches now fall under the Tobacco Act and Chemicals Act, enabling the … Continue reading Finland Bans Nicotine Pouch Flavours – A Kick in the Face to Local Smoking Cessation Efforts