ZYN vs VELO: Comparación de pouches de nicotina en Colombia

ZYN vs VELO: Comparison of nicotine pouches in Colombia

ZYN vs VELO: Comparison of nicotine pouches in Colombia

In Colombia, there are several brands of nicotine pouches available for adults. Among the best known internationally are ZYN and VELO , both of which are present in the Colombian market.

This article is for informational purposes and does not constitute a consumer recommendation.

What is ZYN?

  • Origin: Brand of Swedish origin, with a presence in the United States, Europe and Colombia.

  • Composition: Pouches without tobacco leaf, containing nicotine and other ingredients such as vegetable fibers, flavors and permitted additives.

  • Presentations in Colombia: Available in 3 mg and 6 mg nicotine concentrations, in different flavors (e.g. mint, spearmint, citrus and black cherry).

  • Regulation: As a nicotine product, it is subject to Law 1335 of 2009 and Law 2354 of 2024 , which regulate labeling, health warnings and restrictions on sales and advertising.

What is VELO?

  • Origin: Swedish brand launched by British American Tobacco (BAT).

  • Composition: Pouches without tobacco leaf, containing nicotine, vegetable fibers, flavorings and other permitted additives.

  • Presentations in Colombia: Available in concentrations of 4 mg and 6 mg, in flavors such as tropical mango, strawberry ice and mint.

  • Regulation: Like ZYN, it is regulated under Law 1335 of 2009 and Law 2354 of 2024.

Comparison between ZYN and VELO in Colombia

Feature ZYN (Swedish Match) VEIL (BAT)
Origin Sweden Sweden
Availability Yes, in Colombia Yes, in Colombia
Common flavors Mint, Citrus, Black Cherry, Spearmint Tropical Mango, Ice Strawberry, Mint
Concentrations 3 mg and 6 mg 4 mg and 6 mg

Availability in Colombia

Both ZYN and VELO are available in the Colombian market in various forms. These products must comply with:

  • Mandatory labeling , with health warnings in Spanish and pictograms on at least 30% of the main faces of the packaging.

  • Restricted sale to persons under 18 years of age .

  • Ban on advertising in mass media .

Conclusion

In Colombia, ZYN and VELO differ primarily in the variety of flavors and nicotine strengths available. Both fall under the category of consumer nicotine products , not pharmaceuticals, and are subject to the same legislation.

⚠️ Mandatory health warning:
This product contains nicotine. Nicotine is addictive. Sale to minors is prohibited.

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