Data sourced:
more than 5 years ago.
Page updated:
2024-12-13
Snus, a smokeless tobacco product, is legally permitted for use in South Africa. The regulatory status of this product is underpinned by industry-sourced data from 2014, suggesting that it has been consistently recognized within the legal framework for nearly a decade. Despite its legal status, it is important to note that comprehensive and up-to-date statistical data regarding consumption rates and public health impacts within the region remain sparse in the available records. As of the latest information, no major regulatory changes or additional data trends have been reported, indicating a stable regulatory environment for snus in South Africa.
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References:
- Information obtained from industry source (2014 data)
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