Nationwide Menthol Cigarette Ban Could Lead to 4.5 Million Americans Quitting Smoking

New research indicates a significant potential public health impact, with a quarter of menthol smokers likely to quit following a ban.

A study estimates that a nationwide ban on menthol cigarettes could result in 4.44 million American ex-smokers.
About 50% of menthol smokers would switch to non-menthol brands, while 24% would quit smoking altogether.
Menthol bans have shown to be more effective at the national level, with lower smoking rates compared to local or state bans.
The tobacco industry's resistance includes lobbying and public relations campaigns against the ban.
Menthol cigarettes are particularly appealing to children and disproportionately consumed by Black Americans and the LGBTQ+ community.