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die aktuellen Highlights
Allen Liao – China’s New Oral Nicotine Rules – And What They Mean for the Industry
In this episode, Thomas Schmid interviews Dr. Allen Liao, founder of Tobacco China Online, about China’s groundbreaking regulations on oral nicotine products that took effect in January 2025. The new framework—covering everything from nicotine pouches to nicotine patches—came with no transition period, catching many smaller manufacturers off guard. Liao explains why the government moved so swiftly, how the rules will reshape the entire supply chain, and what it means for local companies. While some businesses may face closure or consider relocating their production overseas, Liao assures that this is not the end of China’s oral nicotine sector. Far from it. The bulk of suppliers and manufacturers will see this as an opportunity in a standardized, fully regulated market.
Shem Baldeosingh, Director, GINN – The Global Institute for Novel Nicotine
Thomas Schmid interviews Shem Baldeosingh, the director of the Global Institute for Novel Nicotine (GINN). Shem discusses GINN’s foundation in 2024, its mission to promote safer nicotine products, and its evolution into a structured organization with global influence.
He highlights GINN’s advocacy for non-combustible and non-vaping products like oral nicotine pouches and mentions significant markets including Spain and Saudi Arabia. The discussion also covers regulatory challenges, regional dynamics, and future opportunities in Asia and indeed around the world, emphasizing the importance of standards, regulatory engagement, and consumer protection.
Shem addresses innovations in nicotine delivery formats and urges policy makers and industry leaders to anchor decisions in comparative risk and consumer behavior data to build trust and credibility in the emerging nicotine sector.
Marcelo Marques, General Manager, B2B Tobacco Processing
Thomas Schmid interviews Marcelo Marques, General Manager of B2B Tobacco Processing in Brazil. The discussion covers the current state and outlook of the Brazilian tobacco industry, focusing on expected crop shortages, especially in Burley tobacco, due to climate and market factors. Marcelo explains that while Burley will be in shorter supply, Virginia tobacco quality and volume should remain stable. The conversation also addresses price fluctuations, the impact of previous climate disasters, and the dynamics of stock and demand in the market.
Marcelo introduces his company, B2B Tobacco Processing, highlighting its rapid growth and its focus on quality and expansion in both domestic and export markets. He highlights challenges such as currency instability, competition, and the importance of reputation in the industry. The company’s export markets include the United States, Indonesia, South America, and parts of Europe. Marcelo emphasizes the company’s strategy of reinvesting profits, building customer trust, and sourcing tobacco directly from farmers to meet specific quality requirements.
The interview concludes with optimism about the future of B2B Tobacco Processing and the Brazilian tobacco market, despite ongoing challenges.
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