The Slovak market has seen the retail network of nicotine pouches develop fast, which has given consumers access to a wide range of products. Offline retailers hold the majority of the market, but the online product offer is wider. Future regulation might affect customers by increasing prices through a new excise tax. Dual and multi-usage is common among Slovak nicotine pouch users, some of whom combine the use of nicotine pouches with traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes or heated tobacco.
This market snapshot offers an overview of the nicotine pouch market in Slovakia, covering retail channels, pricing and product characteristics.