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Mastering the Art,Science & Technology of Nicotine Pouches

What is Pouch’ology?

Pouch’ology is the art, science and technology behind the next generation of white nicotine pouches. Developed in our PhD-Led Pouch’ology Research Centre in Germany, our innovative formulations guarantee exceptional nicotine and flavour release, clean, white, stable and pH balanced formulas to support your brand.

Nicotine 3.0

Purity and Stability

Experience the benefits of NicSelect™ Nicotine 3.0, ultra-clean, ultra-pure, ultra-stable for nicotine pouches that remain bright white and free from oxidation, colouration, and bad odours and tastes.

Manufacturing Solutions

Flexible and Reliable

When OEM (White Label) is needed, we can help facilitate your needs with our manufacturing partners, who are also our customers for nicotine and pouch powders, offering production flexibility from small to large scale, ensuring consistent reliability and peace of mind.

nicotine 3.0

Formulation Expertise

Optimised nicotine release

Our PhD chemists pioneer innovative nicotine pouch formulations, optimising nicotine delivery with quick, sustained, or two-phase release options.

Flavour Science

Unrivalled Taste, Long-lasting Enjoyment

Made by expert flavourists for nicotine pouches with clear, long-lasting flavours that don’t fade in minutes.

nicotine 3.0
nicotine 3.0

Our nicotine pouch formulations are made with Alchem NicSelect™ Nicotine 3.0, renowned for its crystal-clear colour, clean taste, and unrivalled purity.

The industry’s first choice for NGND products and trusted by 70% of European vape and pouch manufacturers, NicSelect™ Nicotine 3.0 ensures bright white nicotine pouches while protecting against oxidation, colouration, and unwanted odours and tastes.

Only NicSelect™ Nicotine 3.0 undergoes rigorous organoleptic testing and certification by our exclusive NOTES© technology.

What make a great pouch?

It’s about getting it “just right” with attention to science and detail. From selecting the right pouch paper to choosing the optimal form of nicotine - be it base, salt, or polacrilex - we ensure a formulation that delivers the desired nicotine release, whether immediate or long and slow, or both.

Stability is key to prevent colouration from oxidation and unexpected odours caused by ingredient reactions. Finding the perfect balance of flavour and sweetness tailored to the target market is crucial. Our flavours are developed specially for nicotine pouches, not for food or vapes.

We ensure the moisture level is just right - not too dry, yet not too wet to avoid stickiness in the mouth. Pouches are the right size and weight and well-sealed to prevent leakage. We call it “the three bears approach” - a mix of absolutes and compromises.

Nicotine pouch manufacturing challenges

Developing nicotine pouches involves many challenges and complexities with attention to key parameters and processes imperative

  • colouration
    colouration

    Colouration

  • Odour
    Odour

    Odour

  • Sticky texture
    Sticky texture

    Sticky texture

  • Particle size
    Particle size

    Particle size

  • Pouch durability
    Pouch durability

    Pouch durability

  • Flavour experience
    Flavour experience

    Flavour experience

  • Nicotine release
    Nicotine release

    Nicotine release

  • Sting adjustment
    Sting adjustment

    Sting adjustment

  • pH levels
    pH levels

    pH levels

  • Machine workability
    Machine workability

    Machine workability

No secrets, no smoke and mirrors, we develop the formula for you and you own it!

Trust the nicotine experts to fine-tune your formulation's key features, ensuring exceptional nicotine and flavour release from your pouches and we give you full disclosure on the final formula. Here's how it works:

Define the ideal pH level

Define the ideal pH level

Strike the perfect balance of moisture

Strike the perfect balance of moisture

Choose flavourings & nicotine concentrations

Choose flavourings & nicotine concentrations

Select between controlled nicotine release or instant hit or 2-phase release

Select between controlled nicotine release or instant hit or 2-phase release

Let our Pouch’ology specialists apply their expertise and create your pouches

Let our Pouch’ology specialists apply their expertise and create your nicotine pouch formula

Enjoy fast deliveries from our European manufacturing plant

Transfer your formulation to your in-house production or one of our OEM manufacturing partners

The Alchem NicSelect™ Pouch’ology Research Centre applies art, science, and technology of nicotine pouch formulation for you to transfer to your in-house production or OEM partner. We can also help facilitate production with one of our trusted OEM partners. Our approach focuses on developing and licensing formulations to customers, along with the supply of nicotine raw materials and bulk ready-to-run nicotine pouch mixes.

  • Advanced formulation science.
  • Exceptional nicotine release.
  • Enhanced flavour experience.
  • Clean and stable: resistant to oxidation and colouration, no bad odours and tastes.
  • Future proof, with ongoing regulatory support and TPD compliance.
  • Formulation licenses are free and require only a simple commercial agreement.

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Unlock Your Production Potential Today

With our established manufacturing capabilities and unparalleled expertise, we’re ready to bring your nicotine pouch vision to life. Whether you’re at the conceptual stage or fine-tuning your formulation, our team of pouch’ologists is here to elevate every aspect of your product.

Contact us now to kickstart your pouch journey!