Last updated: December 9, 2023
Key Terms
Additive
“Additive” means any substance, chemical, compound, or component, other than tobacco or water, that is introduced into a tobacco product during processing, manufacturing, or packaging, including, as applicable, those contained in the paper, filter, portion pouch, or similar part of the tobacco product, its package or accessories.
The definition of “additive” is significant because of reporting and packaging requirements imposed by the law, and because the Ministry of Health has the authority to regulate these.
Constituents
“Constituents” means, in relation to –
(a) smoked tobacco products, the chemicals, including the particles, vapours and gases found in the smoke; and
(b) smokeless tobacco products, the chemicals found in the product itself.
The definition of “constituents” is significant because of reporting and packaging requirements imposed by the law, and because the Ministry of Health has the authority to regulate these.
