# Major Recall Alert: Nicotine Pouches 35 mg (Flavors: Super Slim, White Dry, Power White, White Slim) and Nicotine Pouches 6 mg (Flavors: Cool Mint, Wintergreen, Spearmint, Menthol, Chill, Peppermint) Recalled Due to Lack of Market Authorization in Canada
A recent recall has been issued for various **Siberia and ZYN nicotine pouch products** in Canada. The affected products were sold without a proper Drug Identification Number (DIN), a crucial step in certifying their safety and efficacy. Consumers must take immediate precautions and follow health authorities’ recommendations to avoid potential risks. Below, we dive into why this recall is significant, offer details on the specific products, and share critical next steps to protect yourself.
## Why This Recall Is Important
The recall affects nicotine pouches—a product widely used as a smoking alternative—manufactured under the **Siberia** and **ZYN** brands. These pouches lack proper market authorization (DIN) from Health Canada. In Canada, a DIN ensures that a product has been thoroughly evaluated by health authorities for its quality, safety, and intended use. Products sold without this authorization may pose health risks since they have not been subject to the rigorous testing process required for regulatory approval.
Nicotine, the active ingredient in these pouches, is a stimulant with addictive properties. Without market authorization, the safety of these products, along with their effectiveness and potential side effects, cannot be guaranteed. Those who use these products might be unknowingly exposing themselves to unregulated ingredients or dosages that could lead to health complications.
## Details of the Recall
Here’s what you need to know about the products included in this recall:
### Affected Products
The recall covers the following nicotine pouches sold in Canada:
#### Siberia Nicotine Pouches 35 mg
- Flavors: **Super Slim**, **White Dry**, **Power White**, **White Slim**
#### ZYN Nicotine Pouches 6 mg
- Flavors: **Cool Mint**, **Wintergreen**, **Spearmint**, **Menthol**, **Chill**, **Peppermint**
### Recall Reason
- Products were sold without market authorization or an official Drug Identification Number (DIN).
### Date Announced
The recall was issued on **32492**. For full details, visit the official Health Canada recall page: **[Click here](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/nicotine-pouch-recall-no-market-authorization)**.
## What You Should Do
If you have purchased any of the affected products, take the following actions immediately:
- **Stop using the nicotine pouches**: Discontinue use of any products listed under this recall to avoid potential health risks.
- **Report the product**: Notify Health Canada about where you purchased the material to assist with recall efforts.
- **Check for proper market authorization**: Always look for a Drug Identification Number (DIN) on nicotine or other over-the-counter products before purchasing.
- **Contact your healthcare provider**: If you’ve experienced any adverse reactions while using these products, consult a medical professional immediately and file a report with Health Canada.
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For further details about this recall and to stay up-to-date with alerts, visit the official source here: **[Health Canada Recall Notice](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/nicotine-pouch-recall-no-market-authorization)**.
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