Table 3.
Supply: evidence-based regulatory strategies for alcohol and tobacco
| Policy category | Alcohol * | Tobacco† |
|---|---|---|
| Government control of production and manufacturing | Not mentioned. | Not mentioned. |
| Regulation of product constituents | Not mentioned. | Establish guidelines for testing and measuring contents and emissions, and for regulation of contents and emissions. (Article 9) |
| Regulation of product so it is not attractive to youth | Special or additional taxation on "alcopops" ("coolers" ) and other youth-oriented beverages: limited effectiveness—evidence that higher prices reduce consumption by young drinkers without complete substitution; no studies on impact on harms. | Prohibit manufacture and sale of sweets, snacks, toys or any other objects in the form of tobacco products that appeal to minors. (Article 16, s.1) |