Snus strength: Table & comparison 2026
Snus Strength: Chart & Comparison 2026
How strong are Velo, Pablo, Cuba, or Iceberg? Here you can find all strength levels at a glance, a snus strength chart with mg of nicotine per pouch, and the strongest nicotine pouches in our range – so you can find the right variety instead of guessing.
For beginners and those who prefer it gentle – e.g., VELO Mini, ZYN Mini, Helwit.
View mild varieties › Normal9–16 mg per pouchNoticeable, but easily dosable – e.g., ZYN S5, ZiXS, NOIS Blackcurrant.
View normal varieties › Strong17–25 mg per pouchFor experienced users – e.g., Pablo Gold, Siberia Blue, Odens Extreme, Miami.
View strong varieties › Extra strongfrom 26 mg per pouchOnly for very experienced users – e.g., Cuba Black, Kurwa Max, Iceberg, Siberia Red White Dry.
View extra strong varieties ›How to correctly read snus strength
mg per pouch – the most important number
The most meaningful figure is the amount of nicotine per pouch (portion). It tells you directly how much nicotine you consume with one pouch. All values in our chart are given in mg per pouch.
Many manufacturers also state mg per gram (mg/g). This value is higher because a pouch usually weighs less than a gram – it is only suitable for comparing products with the same pouch size.
Dots, levels & high numbers on the can
Many brands also indicate strength with dots or levels on the can (e.g., 1–5 dots or “S1–S5” for ZYN). More dots mean more nicotine – however, these scales are not comparable between brands.
If you see very high numbers like “100 mg”, “150 mg” or “200 mg”, this usually does not refer to the amount per pouch, but is a value per gram or a strength designation. In case of doubt, always check the value per pouch on the product page.
The format also plays a role: Mini and Slim pouches often release nicotine slightly slower than large portions.
Snus strength chart: mg nicotine per pouch
Sorted from mild to extra strong. Values are based on manufacturer and retail information and may vary depending on the variety and pouch size (Mini, Slim, Large) – smaller pouches contain less nicotine.
| Brand / Line | Nicotine per pouch | Strength level | In shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zeronito | 0 mg | nicotine-free | View Zeronito |
| VELO Zero | 0 mg | nicotine-free | View VELO Zero |
| SYX Low | 2.8 mg | Mild | View SYX |
| ZYN Mini Normal | 3 mg | Mild | View ZYN |
| Après Mini | 3.2 mg | Mild | View Après |
| Helwit Slim | 3.5 mg | Mild | View Helwit |
| VELO Mini / Strong Slim | 4–6 mg | Mild | View VELO |
| XQS | 4–11 mg | Mild Normal | View XQS |
| ZYN S5 (Slim) | 11 mg | Normal | View ZYN S5 |
| ZiXS | 8–17 mg | Normal | View ZiXS |
| NOIS | 4–25 mg | Mild to Strong | View NOIS |
| Odens Extreme (Cold, Double Mint, Wintergreen) | 10–22 mg | Normal to Strong | View Odens |
| Pablo Gold | 17 mg | Strong | View Pablo |
| Miami Ultra Strong | approx. 20 mg | Strong | View Miami |
| Siberia Blue Ice Cold Power | approx. 24 mg | Strong | View Siberia |
| Siberia All White (Slim / Super Slim) | 21–25 mg | Strong | View Siberia |
| Siberia Red White Dry / X-Tremely Black | 19–34 mg | Strong to Extra strong | View Siberia |
| Pablo Exclusive / Pablo Red | approx. 30 mg | Extra strong | View Pablo |
| Iceberg | 40 mg | Extra strong | View Iceberg |
| Cuba Black | 43 mg | Extra strong | View Cuba |
| Kurwa Max Strong | 43 mg | Extra strong | View Kurwa |
Not all brands list an mg value per pouch. For these varieties, we use the strength level from the product description – you can find all products by strength via the strength filter in the snus category.
The strongest snus at Snustrend
The five nicotine pouches with the highest nicotine content per pouch in our assortment. Only for very experienced users – more on this in the Snus Blog.
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143 mgCuba Black Ice Spearmint
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243 mgKurwa Max Strong Mint
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340 mgIceberg Emerald
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434 mgSiberia Red White Dry
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5~30 mgPablo Exclusive Green Mint
How strong are the most popular brands?
How strong is VELO?
VELO mainly covers the mild to medium range: The mini pouches have around 4 mg, the Strong Slim varieties about 6 mg per pouch. This makes VELO a good choice for beginners. With the VELO Zero varieties, there are even nicotine-free versions with 0 mg. All VELO varieties
How strong is Siberia?
Siberia is one of the strongest classics: Siberia Red White Dry and X-Tremely Black have 43 mg/g – that is around 34 mg per pouch (Large), 28 mg (Slim), or 19 mg (Mini). The All White varieties are at 33 mg/g or 21–25 mg per Slim pouch, and Blue Ice Cold Power at around 24 mg. All Siberia varieties
How strong is Odens?
The Odens Extreme varieties (Cold, Double Mint, Wintergreen) have 22 mg/g. Per pouch, that is around 18 mg (Large), 14 mg (Slim), or 10 mg (Mini); the Original Portion of Odens Cold Extreme comes to 22 mg. All Odens varieties
How strong is ZYN?
ZYN ranges from 3 mg (Mini Normal) to 11 mg (S5 Slim). The levels S1 to S5 on the can indicate the strength within the brand. All ZYN varieties
How strong is Pablo?
Pablo has two lines: Pablo Gold with 17 mg and Pablo Exclusive or Pablo Red with around 30 mg per pouch (50 mg/g). Pablo is therefore clearly one of the strong to extra strong brands. All Pablo varieties
How strong is Cuba?
The Cuba Black series is at 43 mg of nicotine per pouch (66 mg/g) and is among the strongest nicotine pouches available. All Cuba varieties
How strong is Iceberg?
Iceberg pouches in our range contain 40 mg of nicotine per pouch. The often sought-after indications like “150 mg” or “200 mg” do not refer to the amount per pouch. All Iceberg varieties
Which strength suits me?
- Start low: Begin with a mild or normal variety and increase slowly.
- Do not compare with cigarettes: Significantly more nicotine can be absorbed per pouch than with a single cigarette.
- Listen to your body: Dizziness, nausea, or a racing heart are signs that the variety is too strong – remove the pouch immediately.
- Prefer Mini & Slim: Smaller pouches release nicotine more evenly and are easier to dose.
Nicotine-free alternatives
Do you want the pouch experience without nicotine? Zeronito and VELO Zero offer tobacco- and nicotine-free pouches with 0 mg – you can find all varieties in the nicotine-free snus category. For an energy kick without nicotine, there are caffeine pouches like Scooper Energy (around 80 mg caffeine) and HICAFF (100 mg caffeine).
Frequently asked questions about snus strength
Which snus is the strongest?
In our assortment, Cuba Black and Kurwa Max Strong have the highest content with 43 mg of nicotine per pouch, followed by Iceberg with 40 mg, Siberia Red White Dry with around 34 mg (Large), and Pablo Exclusive with around 30 mg.
What does mg mean for snus?
The value in mg describes the nicotine amount. The best value to compare is per pouch. The indication mg/g refers to one gram of filling and is therefore higher.
Which snus strength is suitable for beginners?
For starting out, mild varieties up to 8 mg per pouch are suitable, for example, VELO Mini (4 mg), ZYN Mini (3 mg), or Helwit (3.5 mg).
How strong is VELO snus?
VELO varieties at Snustrend range between about 4 mg (Mini) and 6 mg (Strong Slim) of nicotine per pouch and are therefore among the milder brands. The VELO Zero varieties are nicotine-free (0 mg).
How strong is Siberia snus?
Siberia Red White Dry and X-Tremely Black have 43 mg/g, meaning around 34 mg per Large pouch, 28 mg per Slim pouch, and 19 mg per Mini pouch. Siberia All White is at 33 mg/g, Siberia Blue Ice Cold Power at around 24 mg per pouch.
What does 150 mg or 200 mg mean on the can?
Such numbers usually do not indicate the nicotine amount per pouch, but rather a value per gram or a strength designation by the manufacturer. The decisive value is the amount per pouch on the product page.
Is there snus without nicotine?
Yes. Zeronito and VELO Zero are nicotine- and tobacco-free (0 mg). Scooper Energy and HICAFF contain caffeine instead of nicotine.