The nicotine pouches market is booming, with projections estimating it will reach $25.40 billion by 2030, growing at an impressive CAGR of 29.6% from 2025 to 2030. This surge is fueled by shifting consumer preferences, increased health awareness, and the demand for smoke-free, discreet alternatives to traditional tobacco products.
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The TRACIT 2025 Illicit Trade Index underscores the persistent global challenge of illicit trade, revealing widespread vulnerabilities across regulatory frameworks, supply chains, and enforcement mechanisms. Illicit goods—from counterfeit alcohol and pharmaceuticals to fake electronics and FMCG products—continue to infiltrate markets, threatening consumer safety, businesses, and government revenues.
Tobacco smuggling remains a significant challenge across Europe, impacting public health, government revenues, and security. Two recent reports from Ipsos and Emerging Europe provide a glimpse into the hazards posed by illicit tobacco trade, highlighting its widespread impact despite regulatory efforts.
Starting June 1st, 2025, all carbonated, energy drinks, and other Excise products (except sweet drinks) imported into Oman must feature unique identifiers visible on each product. This regulation is part of the country’s efforts to enhance tax transparency and combat illicit trade.
Technology is becoming better each day. It led to counterfeit products so well-made that even experts struggle to tell them apart from authentic luxury items, called superfakes.
The integration of track and trace technology is increasingly essential for companies seeking to optimize their production processes.
For over twenty years, FractureCode Corporation has thrived on a passion for excellence. With over 500 lines installed and countless successful projects, our work speaks for itself.
In an era where food authenticity and transparency are becoming paramount, the European Union is making significant strides to combat food fraud in the honey market.
