bostonglobe.com – 26 de Agosto de 2014 – EEUU

FDA considers smokeless tobacco

RICHMOND — Federal regulators are seeking public comment on smokeless tobacco maker Swedish Match’s request to certify its General-branded tobacco products as less harmful than cigarettes.

It is the first time the Food and Drug Administration has sought input on a modified risk tobacco product application, a move that’s being watched by the public health community and tobacco companies, which are looking for new products as they face declining cigarette demand due to tax hikes, health concerns, bans, and social stigma.

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