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Smoking break? Why the decline in cigarette sales in the Balearic Islands doesn't tell the whole story

Why Lower Cigarette Sales in Mallorca Don’t Tell the Full Story

Cigarette sales are down in Mallorca, but nicotine use may be shifting to vapes and heated tobacco.

Published: April 22, 2026
Smoking break? Why the decline in cigarette sales in the Balearic Islands doesn't tell the whole story

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Does a drop in cigarette sales in Mallorca mean fewer people are smoking?

Not necessarily. Lower cigarette sales can suggest a decline in traditional smoking, but it does not show the full picture if people are switching to e-cigarettes or heated tobacco products. In Mallorca, that shift matters because nicotine use may remain high even when cigarette sales fall.

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