Founder Message Atef Hazime

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“It’s your decision to smoke or not.”

Those words were once shared with me by a wise man, and I’ve carried them with me ever since.

 

My journey into the world of tobacco wasn’t by chance. It was born from heritage, vision, and a deep-rooted passion for building exceptional brands. I grew up watching my grandparents work in the tobacco fields, and from a young age, I understood that this was more than just a product. It was a craft. A culture. A calling.

 

Over the years, I dedicated myself to creating premium products that respect tradition while driving innovation. From sourcing the finest tobacco across the globe to selecting the right partners and launching industry-defining brands, every step was driven by one goal: quality without compromise.

 

As the world evolves, so do consumer needs. I believe in a smoke-free future, one that offers adults better choices without sacrificing satisfaction. This belief led me to launch Rebel Nicotine Pouches, one of the first and now most recognized pouch brands on the global market. It’s a bold move in harm reduction, providing cleaner, modern alternatives that reflect our values of authenticity, performance, and personal freedom.

 

Today, we continue investing in next-generation nicotine and tobacco alternatives that meet the highest standards worldwide, always with a focus on responsible innovation.

 

The decision is yours. If you choose, choose something better.

 

Atef Raef Hazime

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09 March, 2026

KRATOS and REBEL Enter Australia and New Zealand Through Exclusive Partnership with NordicPouch New Zealand

KRATOS ZERO Double Mint nicotine-free pouches, part of the KRATOS performance platform developed by Tobacco International Inc, are among the products entering Australia and New Zealand through the new partnership with NordicPouch New Zealand.

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27 February, 2026

KRATOS® Expands as a Multi-Category Global Performance Platform

KRATOS® is a multi-category global performance brand operating across functional energy beverages, caffeine formats, and modern oral alternatives. Designed as an integrated performance platform, KRATOS® combines disciplined brand architecture with scalable product systems to ensure consistency across markets and regulatory environments. With growing distribution across Europe and expanding international partnerships, KRATOS® is structured for long-term global positioning in the performance and energy sectors.

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13 March, 2026

Tobacco International Inc. introduces KRATOS®, a next-generation global performance platform combining nicotine pouches, nicotine-free pouches, super white tobacco, and functional energy drinks. Discover how KRATOS is redefining modern nicotine alternatives and follow the brand on Instagram @kratos.global.

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01 February, 2026

Rebel and KRATOS announce their official entry into Nigeria through a nationwide distribution and e-commerce partnership, marking a key milestone in their African expansion and long-term commitment to full market coverage and responsible growth.

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31 January, 2026

A closer look at the design language of KRATOS, where restraint, balance, and consistency shape an identity built for sustained performance.

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