15% off nicotine pouch compliance services
15% off all nicotine pouch compliance services
We’re offering 15% off all our compliance services until the end of February. See below for how we can ensure your products are safe for consumers.
The importance of nicotine pouch safety
As legislation tightens around the marketing and sale of nicotine pouches, manufacturers and retailers must stay ahead of the curve to remain compliant. Under the forthcoming Tobacco and Vapes Bill, nicotine pouches will no longer fall solely under the General Product Safety Regulations (GPSR) 2015. Instead, they’ll be classified specifically as nicotine products, ushering in stricter requirements for safety, quality, and labelling.
At ADACT Medical, we help manufacturers and retailers navigate these regulatory changes with clarity. Based on our understanding of upcoming international standards, here’s what pouch producers need to know—and act on:
1. Ingredient safety and toxicological assessment
All ingredients, including flavourings, must be disclosed and assessed via a Toxicological Risk Assessment (TRA). Only ingredients approved for oral use, food, or medicinal products should be used. Nicotine must meet pharmaceutical-grade purity (BP, EP, USP).
2. Contaminant screening
Expect rigorous screening for heavy metals (like arsenic, cadmium, and lead), mycotoxins (such as aflatoxins), and other carcinogenic compounds.
3. pH and Water Activity Control
Maintaining a stable pH helps prevent tooth demineralisation and ensures nicotine delivery. Water activity should be monitored to minimise microbial risk and maintain shelf life.
4. Packaging requirements
Tamper-evident and child-resistant packaging is expected to become mandatory, along with full compliance with food-contact material regulations.
5. Labelling and consumer information
Clear nicotine content, allergen and contact sensitiser warnings, and safe usage instructions will be essential.
How ADACT Medical can help
We offer a wide range of analytical and compliance services, available in two packages.
Nicotine pouch analytical testing service
This services includes: nicotine potency, pH and active water control, and pouch weight, which is ideal for ongoing QC testing and certification.
Nicotine pouch GPSR 2015 compliance
Our broader GPSR certification is suitable for introducing products to market. It includes the above analytical testing service, plus allergen and contaminant screening, a carcinogen and toxicology assessment, and a CLP labelling review.
Get ahead of the legislation and call our friendly team on +44(0)1302 986 088 or hello@adactmedical.com to discuss how we can support your product compliance.