FDA renews Philip Morris IQOS modified risk tobacco authorization

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Philip Morris International Announces U.S. FDA Reauthorization of IQOS as a Modified Risk Tobacco Product

April 17, 2026 5:44 PM EDT

A pioneer in smoke-free tobacco products, Philip Morris International is the only company that has received modified risk tobacco product authorizations for heated tobacco products.

In their order, FDA concluded that: Scientific studies have shown that switching completely from conventional cigarettes to the IQOS system significantly reduces your bodys exposure to harmful or potentially harmful chemicals

STAMFORD, CT--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it has authorized the renewal of modified risk tobacco product (MRTP) orders previously granted to PMI for... More