How to Store Nicotine Pouches

Whilst it would be amazing if your favourite can of nicotine pouches could stay fresh indefinitely, the unfortunate truth is that, like all things, they will expire. The good news is that tobacco-free snus is very flexible in terms of storage and will last for some time before beginning to lose the qualities that you enjoy.

How Long Do Nicotine Pouches Last?

A big reason for nicotine pouches being so popular in the EU is that they have a long shelf life. Even if your favourite nicotine pouch flavours are natural and may seem likely to turn bad quickly, like fruit or liquorice, they will still last for a long time.

So, exactly how long can you expect to keep your favourite brand to last? Well, the expiration date for most brands is usually around a year of the production date, which should be enough time for you to enjoy them!

A long shelf life is particularly useful if you are a nicotine pouch user that likes to place big orders. This means that if you cannot contain the excitement for deals in our special offers section, or want to stock up on some of our bestsellers like White Fox Full Charge nicotine pouches, you can do so without having to race against the clock to finish your collection in a week.

Why Do Nicotine Pouches Last a Long Time?

Nicotine pouches are tobacco-free, meaning that they contain no plant material. All plant material, including tobacco leaf, is subject to perishing and going off.

The majority of products such as Skruf Super White nicotine pouches and Nordic Spirit nicotine pouches, contain mainly tobacco derived nicotine and fillers, without any plant or tobacco matter. This means that there is nothing to turn bad, so they will stay fresh for a long time.

Even nicotine pouches with a tobacco flavour will last for up to a year! This is because the tobacco flavour is synthetic, rather than from the tobacco leaf.

What Happens if I Use an Expired Nicotine Pouch?

The simple answer as to whether a nicotine pouch will be bad after it has passed its expiry date is no, it will not be bad for you in terms of health, it will just not seem good to you.

So, what do we mean by not seem good? This simply refers to the fact that once it has surpassed its expiry date will not be as enjoyable as it would have been before. The nicotine effect will be reduced, and the flavour, aroma, and consistency will be poor.

The nicotine kick from even the most intense nicotine pouches may be reduced to a gentle buzz like a newbie pouch if they are expired, because the moisture content is reduced. A reduced moisture content is also bad news for flavour. Why? This is because a higher moisture content can boost the speed of not only nicotine release, but flavour too, causing even the most flavoursome pouches like Swave Cafetini nicotine pouches to become dull.

For consistency, it is simple. A moist and soft pouch like an Ace Cool Mint that becomes dry, will lose its pillow-like feel and become uncomfortable or irritating to use.

Where Should I Store My Nicotine Pouches?

Nicotine pouches are not just simple to use, but they are also super simple to store! Whether you are in a hot, cold, or humid climate, it does not matter, as pouches do not need any special storage attention or specific requirements.

You can leave your cans in your car, on a shelf, in your bedroom, anywhere! This makes taking your cans out with you stress free, as you do not have to worry about what will happen to them.

Can I Refrigerate or Freeze Nicotine Pouches?

Nicotine pouches are incredibly versatile and can indeed be refrigerated or frozen. It is not essential to put your nicotine pouches in the fridge or freezer, but more of a personal preference. There are a few reasons why nicotine pouch users in the UK and EU like to keep their nicotine pouches cool or frozen:

To Increase Expiry Date - The one year from production expiry date can be extended by freezing nicotine pouches. This is also very handy if you want to hoard a large supply of limited edition products!
For Personal Preference - Some users may keep their nicotine pouches in the refrigerator because they like the way it makes the portion feel or taste. This is especially common for products with a higher moisture content, as a cool pouch may stay more damp and soft.
For An Increased Cooling Effect - Cooling nicotine pouches that are minty or flavoured with eucalyptus or wintergreen provide an icy cooling sensation under the lip, or ‘sting’. Some users like to enhance this cooling effect by keeping their pouches cold in the refrigerator.