"Anna, a 47-year-old Swede living on the French Riviera, expressed her fear, saying, 'I'm trembling. I'm so afraid I'll start smoking again. It feels terrible.'"
"Hannah Furberg Burgess, who moved to Sweden, stated, 'The snus was my absolute saviour. I never would have managed it otherwise. I'm so frightened I'm going to start smoking.'"
"The new law not only bans the sale of snus but also criminalizes possession or transportation, with penalties including up to five years in prison or a 375,000 fine."
"Government agencies warned of a rise in nicotine poisoning among 12- to 17-year-olds, leading to the classification of tobacco-free pouches as a dangerous product."
Swedes living in France are alarmed by a new law that classifies tobacco-free nicotine pouches as a dangerous substance, making possession illegal. This law, effective April 1st, threatens their access to vit snus, a product crucial for many in managing their nicotine addiction. The law imposes severe penalties, including up to five years in prison for violations. Concerns have arisen over youth addiction, prompting the French government to act. Many Swedes fear reverting to smoking without access to these pouches, which have been vital for their nicotine consumption.
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