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Substance legality overview ยท Last updated 2026-03-04

๐ŸŒฟ CannabisRESTRICTEDโšก Nicotine PouchesILLEGAL๐Ÿซง SnusLEGAL๐Ÿ’จ E-CigarettesILLEGAL๐Ÿ”ฅ Heated TobaccoILLEGAL
RESTRICTED

๐ŸŒฟ Cannabis

Cannabis is partially regulated or restricted in Brazil. Recreational: Decriminalized up to 40 g ( 1 + 3 โ„ 8 oz) or cultivation of 6 plants for personal use | Medical: Legal for terminally ill patients or those who have exhausted other treatment options..

ILLEGAL

๐Ÿ’จ E-Cigarettes

In Brazil, e-cigarettes are classified as tobacco products. Resolution RDC, no 46 (2009) prohibits the sale, advertisement, distribution and importation of any electronic smoking devices, accessories or refills. As tobacco products, their use in public places and on public transportation is prohibited by Decree no 2.018 (1996).

LEGAL

๐Ÿซง Snus

Used in Scandinavia for more than 200 years, snus is providing smokers in Sweden and Norway with an alternative to combustible cigarettes. Find out what it is, and why it is considered a safer nicotine product in our briefing paper.

ILLEGAL

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heated Tobacco

1 A [ Loading chart, please wait... Year | Value | Reference/Comment ---|---|--- 2009 | Banned | 1A 2025 | Banned | 1B A

ILLEGAL

โšก Nicotine Pouches

Nicotine pouches are a relatively new product which can provide users of high-risk tobacco with an alternative that poses fewer risks to their health. Read more about nicotine pouches in our briefing paper

Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. Laws change frequently โ€” always verify with local authorities or a qualified lawyer before traveling or making decisions based on this data.

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