FDA Can't 'Refuse To File' Tobacco Applications, Suit Says

By Mike Curley · March 18, 2026, 3:12 PM EDT

The maker and a seller of Zone nicotine pouches are suing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in Texas federal court, alleging the agency stalled and eventually refused to file their...

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Documents

Complaint

Case Information

Case Title

Fontem US, LLC et al v. United States Food and Drug Administration et al

Case Number

Court

Texas Northern

Nature of Suit

Other Statutes: Administrative Procedure Act/Review or Appeal of Agency Decision

Date Filed

March 17, 2026

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