Smokeless Tobacco (SLT) products are extremely complex, containing almost 4000 compounds, many of which are hazardous, mutagenic, and carcinogenic 2 in nature
On top of this, research shows that there are three key areas of our health which are impacted by PM pollution: WHO estimates that around 7 million people die every year from exposure to fine particles in polluted air 8 Irritation of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat: Particulate matter can cause inflammation, even when the mucus membranes in your nose are doing their job and filtering out larger particles
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Additionally, their smoother finish makes them easier on the throat compared to stronger blends
In an interview on the television programme Rundschau, Dieter Grossen, vice-director of the Federal Aliens Office, claimed existing legislation was not strong enough to combat the problem