Tobacco Mints - RJ Reynolds next product they insist won't attract children.

[Are_grits_groceries]

The "mints" in your child's pocket might give much more than a sugar high, the Federal Drug Administration is warning.

They might provide a jolt of nicotine.

R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. is test-marketing tobacco-infused mints in Columbus and two other markets. The company says the mints are for adults who want an alternative to cigarettes.

Critics warn that the so-called "dissolvable tobacco" products will appeal to youngsters.

"It's in a colorful candy box and looks just like candy," said school nurse Eva Garchar of Cincinnati, who saw the Camel Orbs during a lecture at a nurses convention last spring. "All the people in the audience were disheartened by that."

Test-marketing of the mints started in the spring in Columbus bars, gas stations and markets. Two other flavored tobacco products, Camel Sticks and Camel Strips, joined them in the past few months.

David P. Howard, R.J. Reynolds spokesman, said the company does not target children.

"Those accusations are completely unfounded," he said. "It is a guiding principle of this company that youth should not use tobacco. These products are only for adult tobacco consumers."
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They are such evil people. I don't know how they keep a straight face saying their shit. They were ready for the ban on flavored cigarettes. This was ready to go because the law doesn't cover it.

And they are set to make marijuana products when it is legalized. I'm sure it will be a subsidiary, but they will try to dominate that market too.

[Mari333]

1. Is that like Nicorettes?

because I use Nicorettes but you have to show your age when you buy them. Surely one has to provide an ID with these?

[Are_grits_groceries]

4. You do have to show ID.

Nicorettes are marketed as a stop smoking tool.

They don't even pretend to make that a major feature with these.

Kids will get their hands on anything. These will be a lot harder to hide from parents or whoever.

[eShirl]

2. "And they are set to make marijuana products when it is legalized."

Until they put the full force of their formidable lobbying capabilities behind legalization, I don't believe it.

[Are_grits_groceries]

3. They will wait for public sentiment to turn.

When there is a clear majority favoring legalization across a broad spectrum, they will swing into action. They won't be caught out on this issue too early.
My bet is that they have some money floating in some circles already if it could be traced.

[5X]

6. you gotta problem with legalization? n/t

[Are_grits_groceries]

7. Nope. nt

[charlie]

5. "Finely milled" tobacco

And you swallow it. Anyone who's used chew or snuff knows what happens next -- nausea.

These might be dandy for regular tobacco users, but noobs will have to get past some sick-inducing that could be worse than what comes with a first time dip of snuff. I don't know if this stuff will be too popular.

[DainBramaged]

8. There's 'no-spit' pouches now....they are going to find a way to hook kids

no matter what the rest of us think.


Smokeless Tobacco: No Chewing, No Spitting, and Fewer Cancer-Causing Chemicals?



Two top U.S. tobacco companies are testing a new "pouch" product that would cease the need for lighters and matches.

Philip Morris USA has introduced Taboka, which comes in small pouches that can be placed between the lip and the gums for five minutes to 30 minutes and then thrown out. Each tin carries 12 pouches of tobacco and costs about the same as a pack of cigarettes. The company is testing the product in Indianapolis retail stores.

Also, RJ Reynolds Tobacco Co. is testing Camel Snus -- named after a popular and decades-old smokeless tobacco product in Sweden -- in Austin, Texas, and Portland, Ore. It also costs the same as a pack of cigarettes.

Unlike chewing tobacco or similar products -- such as dip, snuff or chew -- Taboka and Camel Snus don't need to be chewed or spat out frequently. While they may be convenient, these products still carry their own health risks, albeit smaller than those associated with cigarettes, health experts say.

Smokeless tobacco is ground and pasteurized, and comes in loose and pouch form. Users usually place the product behind the upper lip.

Philip Morris and RJ Reynolds say they're developing the new pouches in response to smokers' demands.

Many smokers who use their products, they say, are looking for the most convenient ways they can enjoy nicotine, especially because of increasing smoking bans. A pouch that can be simply tossed out, the companies say, is what consumers want.

[whyverne]

9. I can has tobacco candy?

I want some now!