RICHMOND, Va., Nov. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Swedish Match
announced today the expansion of ZYN, a tobacco free nicotine
pouch, throughout the western United
States. The next generation, nicotine pouch provides a
smoke-free, spit-free and tobacco leaf free experience.
ZYN is now available for purchase in over 4,000 stores in
Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New
Mexico, Nevada,
Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming, and online for shipment in all
participating states in the US at Northerner.com.
"ZYN's strong results in the introductory launch
have consumers demanding it in more stores," said Ryan Ganley, Senior Brand Manager for ZYN, U.S.
Division at Swedish Match. "Swedish Match is thrilled to bring such
an innovative product to additional states in the US. It is
an absolute game-changer and there's nothing quite like it on the
market."
A tobacco-free pouch that is placed under the
upper lip, ZYN contains nicotine derived from tobacco leaves and
food grade ingredients. It is available in a variety of flavors,
including cool mint, wintergreen, cinnamon, peppermint, spearmint
and coffee. All flavors are available in two strengths, 3 and 6 mg
of nicotine, to provide users an added level of control over their
experience.
"ZYN offers consumers a clean, discreet and
convenient way to enjoy complete nicotine satisfaction. It can be
used anywhere without ever having to worry about refills or
batteries," added Ganley.
ZYN is available in the first and only child
resistant round can in the tobacco industry.
For more information, please visit www.ZYN.com.
About Swedish Match: Swedish Match package develops,
manufactures, and sells quality products with market-leading brands
in the product areas Snus and moist snuff, Other tobacco products
(cigars and chewing tobacco), and Lights (matches, lighters, and
complementary products). Production is located in six countries,
with sales concentrated in Scandinavia and the US. Swedish Match's
vision is a world without cigarettes. Some of its well-known brands
include: General, Longhorn, White Owl, Red Man, Fiat Lux, and Cricket.
Media Contact:
Sandy
Fowler-Jones
804.363.0424
sandy.fowler-jones@swedishmatch.com
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