ZYN Rewards 101 — Prizes, Rules, Redemption
As if ZYN consumption wasn’t enjoyable enough in its own right, the brand also runs a rewards program that lets customers earn points each time they buy a nicotine pouch can. The more pouches they get through, the more points they earn — and with some huge prizes like Apple watches and kitchen gadgets, it might almost sound too good to be true.
In this article, we’ll run through everything there is to know about ZYN rewards and how the program works. But as a forewarning, those buying from SnusCentral aren’t eligible.
Are you a US customer and want to find out how to earn points and prizes? Check out this guide to ZYN Rewards.
How ZYN Rewards Works
Every can of ZYN bought in the US contains a QR code that customers can scan to earn points. Cans from all retailers contain these codes (as long as they’re sold within the US).
Once participants accumulate enough points on the ZYN rewards app, they can exchange them for all kinds of prizes — from high-ticket technology items to simple clothing items.
The process itself is simple:
- Scan the code
- Create a ZYN rewards login
- Accumulate points
- Place an order once enough the points balance is high enough
Plus, there’s a chance to earn even more points by referring friends or participating in sweepstakes.
However, there are a few rules to keep in mind.
Redemption Rules
Customers can scan a maximum of 60 cans per month. However, that works out as more than a thousand pouches per month, which is more than enough for most people.
If a participant’s point balance becomes inactive (meaning they don’t add any new points for six months), the points will automatically expire.
Also, those who redeem more than $600 worth of rewards in a year will need to fill out a tax form and provide their social security number.
Why is ZYN Rewards US-Only?
As mentioned, the rewards program only operates within the US.
Parent company Philip Morris International (PMI) currently keeps production separate for the US region and the rest of the world. US products are manufactured in a factory in Kentucky (though a second Colorado factory will soon follow), while a Swedish manufacturing plant handles the production for everywhere else.
The products made at these two sites are very different, and only the items made in Kentucky feature the QR codes needed for the program. There’s no sign of PMI changing this any time soon.
What Can You Get from ZYN Rewards?
Some of the ZYN rewards prizes up for grabs include:
- Samsung Smart TV
- Apple TV
- Sonos Sound System
- Apple watch
- GoPro HERO10
There are also some more humble prizes, such as socks and towels with ZYN branding and gift cards for popular retailers like Amazon and Best Buy.
Why is ZYN Offering the Program?
It might sound like madness for a company to give out so many expensive items for free, but it’s not quite an act of charity.
Companies have been running rewards programs for a while as a way to incentivize loyalty and encourage customers to make more purchases. There’s a reason so many restaurants and other retailers run schemes like this!
In this case, PMI knows that when purchasing ZYN nicotine pouches brings customers a little closer to affording a gadget they really want, it’s a major reason to choose the brand over an alternative like VELO or NICO.
In the long run, the extra sales make it worthwhile for ZYN to offer “freebies.”
ZYN Rewards Alternatives
Disappointed to learn that the rewards program only runs within the US? While prizes might be out of the question for many, the good news is that there are ways to save money on nicotine pouches from anywhere in the world.
Buying pouches online and shopping around helps to save money — and those funds can be used to purchase any prize. While going to the closest convenience store is rarely a way to grab a bargain, online retailers often have competitive pricing on nicotine pouches.
Plus, many online retailers frequently run promotions that make it possible to save even more. For instance, SnusCentral often has offers that let customers receive a discount on their first order or achieve savings after spending a certain amount.
There’s also a sales page with reduced items.
