Overview

• The decree prohibits oral nicotine products including sachets, porous pouches, paste, beads, liquids, chewing gum, lozenges, strips, and combinations of these forms.
• Medicines and medical devices remain exempt under the measure.
• The nationwide ban will take effect in March 2026 following its publication in the Journal officiel.
• ANSES previously warned of increasing intoxications linked to these products, with children and adolescents most affected.
• Alliance contre le tabac hailed the decision as a victory it says will help protect young people and counter tobacco industry tactics.