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United States

Substance legality overview · Last updated 2026-03-04

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🌿 Cannabis

Cannabis is partially regulated or restricted in United States. Recreational: Legalized in 24 states, 3 territories , and the District of Columbia – but illegal at federal level. Decriminalized in another 7 states. See also : Legalization of non-medical cannabis in the United States | Medical: Legalized in 40 states, 4 territories, and the District of Columbia – but illegal at federal level. See also : Medical cannabis in the United States.

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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

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Last verified: 2026-03-04

LEGAL

💨 E-Cigarettes

In the United States, regulations around e-cigarettes vary by state. Generally, based on federal laws, these products are allowed and regulated as tobacco products. Regulations include requirements for child-resistant and tamperproof containers, and health warnings on packaging. All e-cigarette packaging must display the statement: “WARNING: This product contains nicotine. Nicotine is an addictive chemical.” There is no federal minimum age restriction on sales, although many states set their own age limits, typically 21 years. Statistics show that e-cigarette use is widespread in the United St

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Last verified: 2025-11-05

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🫧 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.

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Last verified: 2026-03-04

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🔥 Heated Tobacco

In 2017, a total of 5.2% of U.S. adults were aware of heated tobacco products, including 9.9% of current cigarette smokers. Overall, 0.7% of U.S. adults, including 2.7% of current smokers, reported having ever used heated tobacco products. On 1st May 2019 the FDA approved sales of IQOS in the USA.

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Last verified: 2024-05-27

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

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