All Tobacco articles – Page 4
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NewsWarning of increase in illicit tobacco after government raises duty rates
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has warned that new government increases in duty rates on tobacco products will drive more consumers to the illicit tobacco market.
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NewsTest purchasers find illegal tobacco on sale at 19 out of 31 stores in Bolton
Research carried out by JTI (Japan Tobacco International) found illicit tobacco to be on sale in 61% of stores test purchased in the Bolton area.
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NewsACS and FWD raise concerns over legitimate tobacco supply amid confusion over regulations
Concerns about the supply of legitimate tobacco in the UK market have been raised by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) and the Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) after the Government stated that a decision was yet to be made on anti-forestalling regulations.
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Product NewsImperial Tobacco launches new Crush variants of L&B Blue and JPS Players
Imperial Tobacco has announced the launch of New Crush variants for two of its leading brands, L&B Blue and JPS Players. Designed specifically with former crushball consumers in mind, the latest innovations are intended to present retailers with fresh opportunities for growth in the wake of the menthol ban.
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NewsUrgent action called for from government to ensure supply of tobacco products
Trade associations for the retail and wholesale sectors are calling for urgent action from the Government to ensure the supply of tobacco products.
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NewsTwo tobacco fraudsters prosecuted as part of JTI illicit tobacco campaign
Two fraudsters who sold counterfeit Amber Leaf tobacco through Facebook have been prosecuted in a campaign to tackle the illicit tobacco trade, funded by Japan Tobacco International (JTI).
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Product NewsJTI transitions Sterling Rolling Tobacco 3-in-1 Box to a handy pouch format
JTI has announced that it will be transitioning its Sterling Rolling Tobacco 3-in-1 Box to a handy pouch format, as the demand for more convenient alternatives grows.
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NewsJTI launches two schemes designed to tackle problem of cigarette butt littering
Tobacco company JTI has announced two new schemes designed to change consumer behaviour around cigarette butt littering.
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Vape Dinner Lady beefs up its menthol offer
Vaping firm Vape Dinner Lady has urged smokers and retailers to make the switch to vaping as the UK ban on menthol cigarettes has been enacted. “For many years, menthol cigarette smokers have visited a store to buy their menthol tobacco or cigarettes, but from May 20 they were no ...
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NewsJTI survey finds retailers more prepared for menthol ban
With the Menthol and Capsule Cigarette Ban just days away on May 20, a study conducted by JTI has revealed what retailers expect current menthol and capsule smokers to do once the legislation comes into effect. The survey found that over half (52%) of retailers expect smokers to remain brand ...
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Menthol’s stubbed out
From May 20, the sale of menthol cigarettes is banned. This ban applies to capsule, click on, click & roll, crushball and dual menthol cigarettes but not to heated tobacco products or e-cigs. This means you need to sell through any remaining stock of menthol cigarettes before May 20 and ...
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Philip Morris unveils Buy-Back system for menthol cigarettes
Philip Morris Limited (PML) has revealed further details of its ‘Buy-Back’ system to support retailers following the ban on menthol cigarettes, as IQOS Menthol Kits become available to stock. The ‘Buy-Back’ system will allow retailers to return Philip Morris menthol cigarette packs which have had all UK duty paid, ...
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Logic Compact Intense range expands into independents
JTI’s e-cigarette company Logic has expanded distribution of its Logic Compact Intense range into the independent and wholesale channels. JTI has designed a range of flavour pods with nicotine salts, which it claims meets consumer demand as vapers become more experimental in their vaping choices. The range will be available ...
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JUUL Labs adds a new menthol flavour to its range
A new Menthol flavour JUULpod has been launched by e-cigarette company JUUL Labs.John Patterson, JUUL Labs UK sales director said: “JUUL Labs’ focus is to provide adult smokers with an alternative to combustible cigarettes, and combating underage use of our products.“Smoking related diseases are responsible for almost 96,000 deaths in ...
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JTI introduces 3-in-1 rolling tobacco Holborn Yellow variant
JTI has launched a new 3-in-1 rolling tobacco variant into the Holborn Yellow brand family.For the first time, the pouch will include tobacco, papers and filters all in one place, with 30g of tobacco, 100 papers, and 77 filter tips.Ross Hennessy, sales vice president at JTI UK, said: “We’re excited ...
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NewsJTI unveils alternatives in run-up to menthol and capsule cigarette ban
Japan Tobacco International (JTI) has announced it will be launching a series of new alternative products with distinctive tobacco blends plus product and pack innovations ...
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STG adds peppermint option to Signature cigar range
Scandinavian Tobacco Group UK has launched a new addition to its Signature cigar range - Signature Dual Filter Cigarillos. The new cigars - available in packs of 10, rrp £4.95 - feature an acetate filter containing a peppermint capsule under a lasered marker to give a smooth smoking ...
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Republic Technologies brings out NPD under its Swan brand
Tobacco accessories specialist Republic Technologies (UK) is launching what it describes as its biggest ever NPD programme with the introduction of six new filters from the Swan brand.The new product rollout comprises a carbon paper filter for enhanced filtration, a Swan Long Extra Slim Filter (50% longer than standard), a ...
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Safety first
The reports of deaths, as well as illness, relating to vaping that are coming over from the US are startling to say the least. However, vaping product suppliers trading here in the UK are keen to reassure vapers and retailers that the products causing the problems in the US are ...
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JTI introduces new cigarello wrapped in tobacco leaf
JTI has announced the launch of Sterling Dual Capsule Leaf Wrapped – a new cigarillo product.The King Size Cigarillos contain a Virginia blend tobacco and, unlike conventional cigarettes, are wrapped in tobacco leaf.Rolling out across all channels from January, Sterling Dual Capsule Leaf Wrapped has a mentholated capsule in the ...