FDA authorizes 20 ZYN nicotine pouches to be marketed with modified risk claim

The FDA authorized 20 ZYN nicotine pouches to carry a modified risk claim. Here's what to know.
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The FDA authorized 20 ZYN nicotine pouches to carry a modified risk claim. Here's what to know.
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