Other Updated 2025-08-21

Unauthorized nicotine pouches may pose serious health risks

Recalled Product

Nicotine pouches (placed in the mouth between the gum and cheek), also known as tobacco-less or tobacco-free nicotine pouches, nicotine buccal pouches and oral nicotine pouches.


Hazard / Issue

Unauthorized product

Issued by

Communications and Public Affairs Branch

⚠️ What You Should Do

Do not use unauthorized nicotine pouches.Read product labels to verify that health products have been authorized for sale by Health Canada. Authorized health products have an eight-digit Drug Identification Number (DIN) or, Natural Product Number (NPN). You can also check if products have been authorized for sale by searching Health Canada's Drug Product Database and Licensed Natural Health Product Database.If you become aware of any unusual symptoms or side effects that may be associated with these products, contact your healthcare provider.Report any health product adverse events or complaints to Health Canada.
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