About Altria Moving Beyond Smoking Responsibility Investors People & Careers Media Federal Regulation of Tobacco The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has regulated tobacco products since 2009. Science- and evidence-based federal regulation will help address societal concerns about tobacco products and promote and protect public health. Regulation can also provide significant benefits to adult tobacco consumers by: establishing a common set of rules for all tobacco manufacturers and importers doing business in the U.S.; providing a way to evaluate potentially less harmful tobacco products; and creating guidelines for accurate and scientifically grounded communications about tobacco products to adult tobacco consumers. Our goal is to work constructively with the FDA as it continues to implement a comprehensive national regulatory framework for tobacco products. Moving Beyond Smoking Altria’s companies are leading the way in moving adult smokers away from cigarettes – by taking action to transition millions toward potentially less harmful choices. Learn More Our Positions on Important Regulatory Issues: Nicotine Product Standard in Cigarettes Cigarette product standards must be based on the science and evidence and consider any potential unintended consequences. Learn More Tobacco Product Application Pathways Congress established specific pathways to market for new or modified tobacco products and a process for seeking FDA authorization to make modified risk claims. Learn More Regulation of Flavors in Tobacco Products Altria is committed to Moving Beyond Smoking and believes that flavored smoke-free products play a critical role in transitioning adult smokers from combustible products. Learn More Menthol in Cigarettes and Cigar Flavors We believe prohibition does not work, and criminalizing menthol will lead to serious unintended consequences. We also believe the science and evidence does not support a ban on menthol cigarettes. Learn More You May Also Like: FDA Regulatory Authority The FDA’s authority covers nearly all aspects of the manufacturing, distribution and marketing of tobacco products. Some regulations require the FDA to take action through a rulemaking process, which generally involves public comment and scientific review. Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act FDA Regulation Tobacco Harm Reduction While no tobacco product is safe, there is a growing body of evidence that suggests some tobacco products are less harmful than others. Learn more about our support for Tobacco Harm Reduction. Regulatory Filings We share information with the FDA on a variety of important issues. Read our submissions. Operating Companies Philip Morris USA U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Co. John Middleton Helix Innovations LLC Philip Morris Capital Corp. Other Links Submit Your Idea Contact Us Privacy CA Privacy Policy Do Not Sell My Personal Information Terms of Use © 1999 - 2021 Altria Group, Inc.