Extra-strong nicotine pouches packaged like children's sweets

Published: 8/7/2025
Extra-strong nicotine pouches packaged like children's sweets
BBC reveals extra-strong nicotine pouches being openly sold in packaging resembling children's sweets, with one brand imitating popular "Millions" candies. Tests showed these pouches contained high levels of nicotine, posing severe health risks. Concerns are raised about the ease with which children can access and buy these addictive products, with worries about their potential impact on young people's health and well-being. Trading standards and experts call for stricter regulations and more responsible retail practices to protect children from such harmful marketing tactics and addictive substances.