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ASF, backed by KT&G, launches LOOP nicotine pouches in South Africa

PUBT·08/03/2026 02:51:08
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ASF, backed by KT&G, launches LOOP nicotine pouches in South Africa
  • KT&G entered South Africa’s nicotine pouch market via ASF’s launch of LOOP, targeting initial distribution in Johannesburg, Cape Town.
  • ASF, acquired in December 2025 through a joint investment by KT&G and Altria, is using South Africa as a gateway for wider Africa expansion.
  • Move deepens KT&G’s push into nicotine pouches as part of its Next Generation Products strategy, diversifying beyond combustible cigarettes.


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