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Controlled Profile Cigaret Alternate Materials Research Alternate Material Product 720201 - 720229

Abstract

Discusses progress in reducing the odor that comes from pyrolysis of the Elvax wax coating used on controlled profile cigarette prototypes. Says a sample polymer that has been purified by distillation will be tested for flavor properties. Says that bubble-coated olefin polymer coatings "have a good appearance" but "have not made good cigarets" on the Mark VIII (believed to be a prototype C.P. cigarette or cigarette machine). Testing for subjective evaluation continues against KOOL and Salem cigarettes. Testing on an Elvax Menthol Controlled Profile Cigarette continues. Preliminary investigation of alternate hole sizes shows increased rod dilution "is achievable." Plans continue to investigate using alternate hole sizes to achieve "improved profile maniupulation."

Fields

Author

Creamer, R.M.

Stephens, W.K. Jr

Hypothesis

Introduction of new/unconventional products

Research and development of novel nicotine delivery devices and experimental tobacco designs.

Low-yield cigarettes

Modification of low yield products to assure that adequate levels of nicotine delivery are maintained, and effects of yield changes on toxicity and dependence.

Mainstream constituent yields

Modification of selected mainstream smoke constituents in response to health concerns.

Sidestream constituent yields

Modification of selected sidestream smoke constituents in response to health concerns.

Use of filters, paper, and ventilation

Modification of tobacco products through use of filters, paper, and ventilation, and measuring effects on dependence, behavior, and toxicity.

Smoke Control

Keyword

Controlled profile

Additive

Elvax methylene chloride solution

olefin polymer coating

vinyl acetate monomer

Design Component

Polymer film coating

Vent hole size (Hole size)

Prototype

Mark VIII

Named Organization

Flavor Group

POL, Product Opinion Lab

Technology/Method

Controlled Profile Cigarette

Subject

Experimental Technology (Technology)

Novel Cigarette Devices (Products)

Paper (Design)

Sensory Effects—Taste (Effects)

Smoke Constituents

Smoothness/Harshness (Effects)

Tar (Measures)

Ventilation (Design)

Test/Consumer Preference (Testing)

Brand

Kool (BW (1933-2003)/RJR (2003-present))

First Menthol cigarette line, released in 1933. Premium priced brand.

Salem (RJR)