Sweden has not managed to comply with the conditions attached to the derogation concerning the production and sale of snus. Individuals bring significant quantities of snus from Sweden to Finland. It is legally permitted to import up to 1 grams of snus per day per person. Strong snus is also produced in Sweden, which is little used in Sweden and which is aimed particularly at the Finnish market.
Imports of snus into Finland by travellers and the use of strong snus, particularly among young people, in Finland have increased substantially. Is the Commission aware that the use of snus gives rise to particular challenges in countries adjoining Sweden? When it comes to cigarettes, the money situation is clear. Snus users are still under attack in a big way, but the product is still widely available.
Please click here if you are not redirected within a few seconds. Important information. Don't miss out. It has been argued that snus may be a gateway to cigarette smoking. On balance, there is reason to believe that having snus available to the Swedish population has been of benefit to public health. Repealing the ban on snus in the rest of the European Union might also have some positive effect, depending on the marketing.
Abstract The very low smoking prevalence in Sweden has received considerable attention.
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