By Steve, Founder and Avid User · Updated October 30, 2026 · 2 min read
Key takeaways
- Quick definitions for the words on tins and product pages.
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Pouch / portion | One small fleece bag you place under your lip. |
| Tin / can | The round container, usually 15 to 20 pouches. |
| mg | Nicotine per pouch. |
| Slim | Long, thin pouch; the most common format. |
| Mini | A small, short pouch. |
| All-white | A white pouch that doesn't stain. |
| Cooling | A minty, icy sensation from the flavour. |
| Tobacco-free | No tobacco leaf; still contains nicotine. |
| Lid compartment | Space in the lid for used pouches. |
| Strength dots | Our 1-to-5 strength scale shown on every tin. |
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Nicotine is highly addictive. Pouches are for adults of legal age who already use nicotine. Keep away from children and pets.
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