RIVM has built considerable expertise in the field of tobacco and nicotine product regulatory research. We perform a wide range of literature, data and analytical analyses on relevant parameters in tobacco and nicotine products and their emissions. Our main focus is on new products.

Our research on tobacco and nicotine products follows four main research lines.

Early detection of product developments

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Early detection of product developments

Early detection of product developments

Product use, perception and exposure

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Product use, perception and exposure

Product use, perception and exposure

Product composition and emissions

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Product composition and emissions

Product composition and emissions

Risk assessment of tobacco and nicotine products

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Risk assessment of tobacco and nicotine products

Risk assessment of tobacco and nicotine products