Cigarette Manufacturers Research Articles

Advanced sensing and analytical techniques for quality control of tobacco flavoring

Abstract Assuring stability and uniformity in tobacco cut filler flavoring is crucial for cigarette product quality. This review focuses on advanced sensing and analytical techniques like gas chromatography-mass spectrometry and electronic nose technology. These methods analyze the chemical composition of flavoring liquids and detect volatile components in tobacco cut filler samples, thereby evaluating flavoring stability and uniformity. The review also acknowledges additional technologies like near-infrared spectroscopy and continuous flow analysis. Strengths and weaknesses of these detection techniques are discussed, providing insights into quality control of tobacco cut filler flavoring.

Deep Neural Network-Based Cigarette Filter Defect Detection System with FPGA Acceleration for Online Recognition

In the cigarette manufacturing industry, machine vision and artificial intelligence algorithms have been employed to improve production efficiency by detecting product defects. However, achieving both high accuracy and real-time defect detection for cigarettes with complex patterns remains a challenge. To address these issues, this study proposes a model based on RESNET18, combined with a feature enhancement algorithm, to improve detection accuracy. Additionally, a method is designed to deploy the model on a field-programmable gate array (FPGA) with high parallel processing capabilities to achieve high-speed detection. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed detection model achieves a detection accuracy of 95.88% on a cigarette filter defect dataset with an end-to-end detection speed of only 9.38 ms.

A comprehensive content analysis of 104 Chinese electronic cigarette manufacturing enterprise official websites

ObjectiveThe goal was to analyse website content of Chinese electronic (e) cigarette manufacturing enterprises and understand the marketing strategies to provide evidence for decision-makers to regulate manufacturers.MethodsThrough QCC.com, one of...

Investigation of cellulose nanocrystals fabricated via sulfuric acid combined with deep eutectic solvent route

To make full use of tobacco waste in cigarette production and enhance resource utilization efficiency, cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) were prepared by a method of sulfuric acid combined with a deep eutectic solvent. This method was compared with conventional methods, and the CNCs were thoroughly characterized. The results indicated that the yield of CNCs prepared by the sulfuric acid combined with a deep eutectic solvent method exceeded 26 %, with the highest yield reaching 29.5 %, surpassing the yields from two other methods of 12.5 %, 17.2 %, corresponding to sulfuric acid and sulfuric acid-oxalic acid, respectively. Scanning electron microscopy revealed a laminar morphology of CNCs, in which the CNCs maintained a cellulose type I structure with well-preserved crystallinity. In addition, CNCs prepared by the sulfuric acid combined with a deep eutectic solvent method exhibited good thermal stability, with maximum mass loss at temperature of 342.8 °C during third pyrolysis stage, higher than that of sulfuric acid at 316.7 °C and sulfuric acid-oxalic acid at 335.9 °C. Steady-state rheological testing revealed that the viscosity of the CNCs suspension decreased with an increasing shear rate, which is characteristic of pseudoplastic fluid shear thinning behavior. CNCs prepared by the sulfuric acid combined with DES method reduced the amount of sulfuric acid, and the yield was much higher than that of the other two methods. Moreover, the method using sulfuric acid combined with DES method was simple and safe, and the obtained CNCs had high thermal stability and viscosity, which expands the application prospects in biocomposite material fields.

Effectiveness of educational training program on the knowledge of COTPA Act among the nonteaching staff of a tertiary care hospital

BACKGROUND: Globally, tobacco is among the leading factors attributable to death. The nonteaching staff plays a pivotal role in making a campus a “tobacco-free zone.” The objective of the study is to assess the effectiveness of an educational training program conducted on the Cigarette and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA) 2003 among nonteaching staff of a tertiary care hospital. METHODS AND MATERIALS: A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 500 nonteaching staff of a tertiary care hospital in the Raebareli district of Uttar Pradesh, India. An educational training program on COTPA 2003 was conducted in collaboration with the State Tobacco Control Cell. Data were collected before (pre-test) and after (post-test) the training program. A paired t-test was applied to compare both knowledge scores. Multiple linear regression analysis was conducted to identify the factors associated with knowledge scores. RESULTS: Around 187 (37.4%) security personnel, 198 (39.6%) housekeeping staff and 115 (23%) hospital attendants participated in the study. The pre-test mean (± standard deviation (SD)) knowledge score was 4.91 ± 1.59 whereas post-test mean (± SD) knowledge score was 7.91 ± 1.42. The pre-test knowledge score was associated with residence, age, and history of tobacco consumption of study participants. The female gender was associated with the pre-test knowledge score having a standardized coefficient -0.49 (P value = 0.009). The post-test knowledge score was associated with a history of tobacco consumption with a standardized coefficient of 0.42 (P value = 0.012). CONCLUSION: The educational training program improved the knowledge of the study participants with maximum improvement among the housekeeping staff. The history of tobacco consumption emerged as a significant factor affecting knowledge even after the training program.

Prediction of typical gas components in cigarette smoke based on transformer

Abstract Harm reduction of cigarette products has become one of the primary objectives of the entire tobacco industry. The prediction of typical gas components (TGC) and dynamic adjustment of process parameters are crucial for cigarette coke reduction and harm reduction. In this study, a deep learning (DL)-assisted TGC prediction framework is proposed to predict CO and NI simultaneously. Firstly, a large number of experimental and simulation parameters of cigarette process are collected as the data base for subsequent model construction. Then, the feature importance analysis of the process parameters was carried out by combining the mechanism of the combustion process through the mutual information method. Finally, DL models based on Multilayer Perceptron, One-Dimension Convolutional Neural Network and Transformer (TF) was developed as data-driven surrogate models to establish the mapping relationship between process parameters and TGC. The results show that TF model generalizes best and can predict TGC quickly and accurately with R2 over 0.99. This work will provide a valuable predictive and decision-making tool for cigarette harm reduction.

Development and Implementation of a Portable Cigarette Filter Holes Recognition Device Based on Low-Power Image Sensor and High-Precision Coaxial Rotary Scanning

During the cigarette production process, the detection of holes in the filters presents an urgent challenge for manufacturers. Utilizing image sensors offers an effective solution to tackle this challenge effectively. While current detection devices mitigate this issue through the use of auxiliary light source technology and sophisticated deep learning image processing, they are often large-scale, stationary, and demand substantial computational resources. To overcome this limitation, a low-power battery-powered portable filter holes detection device is designed based on image processing to facilitate portability and sampling. Additionally, backlight transmission lighting components are employed to guarantee aperture definition after imaging. Furthermore, a filter holes recognition algorithm is proposed based on multi-threshold combination of computer vision (CV). The algorithm forms a plan view of the circumference of the cigarette by image stitching, then performs filter holes detection and filters the results. Experimental results show that operators can easily carry the device for sampling and testing, and can accurately perform filter holes detection, and the results provide valuable insights into the adjustment of system parameters in the cigarette production process. This device significantly aids in enhancing efficiency during the manual inspection processes both in the testing room and at the equipment stations.

SCS-YOLO: A Defect Detection Model for Cigarette Appearance

Appearance defects significantly impact cigarette quality. However, in the current high-speed production lines, manual inspection and traditional methods are unable to satisfy the actual demands of inspection. Therefore, a real-time and high-precision defect detection model for cigarette appearance, SCS-YOLO, is presented. The model integrates space-to-depth convolution (SPD-Conv), a convolutional block attention module (CBAM), and a self-calibrated convolutional module (SCConv). SPD-Conv replaces the pooling structure to enhance the granularity of feature information. CBAM improves the ability to pay attention to defect locations. Improved self-calibrated convolution broadens the network’s receptive field and feature fusion capability. Additionally, Complete IoU loss (CIoU) is replaced with Efficient IoU Loss (EIoU) to enhance model localization and mitigate sample imbalance. The experimental results show that the accuracy of SCS-YOLO is 95.5% and the mAP (mean average precision) value is 95.2%. Compared with the original model, the accuracy and mAP value of the SCS-YOLO model are improved by 4.0%. Furthermore, the model achieves a detection speed of 216 FPS, meeting cigarette production lines’ accuracy and speed demands. Our research will positively impact the real-time detection of appearance defects in cigarette production lines.

Introduction of Nicotine Analogue-Containing Oral Pouch Products in the United States.

In 2023, 6-methyl nicotine (6MN), a synthetic nicotine analogue, was introduced in US-marketed electronic cigarette products advertised as exempt from regulation. It is unknown whether the use of 6MN has spread to the oral nicotine pouch product category that has become increasingly popular. Industry reports and the USPTO database were searched for informationon 6-methyl nicotine products. The search terms "Metatine", "Nixotine", "Imotine" and "pouches" were shortlisted and used to identify US-marketed pouch products. Ingredient contents were compared to popular products, and safety warnings and regulatory statements assessed in context with US state and federal regulations. Two US-based brands, "MG" and "Hippotine" pouches, were identified in August 2024, advertised to contain "Imotine"-trademarked 6MN. MG Pouches are marketed in four youth-appealing flavors. "Hippotine"-branded pouches are marketed in two flavors. 6MN contents ranged between 8mg - 25mg with almost identical ingredient lists otherwise. Products list extensive addiction and health warnings, including warnings not to operate vehicles. Vendors state that these are not a tobacco product, implicating that federal and state tobacco regulations do not apply. The spread of nicotine analogues to additional product categories such as oral pouches is concerning, especially given the high 6MN contents that exceed nicotine contents in popular US-marketed oral nicotine pouch products. Legislators and regulators need to provide certainty about the regulatory status of nicotine analogues to prevent further erosion of tobacco flavor bans and other regulations.

Simulation and optimization design of air distribution in a cigarette production factory

Air-conditioning energy consumption accounts for a significant proportion of the total energy usage in large commercial buildings. This study utilizes computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to examine the airflow distribution in a cigarette factory with a high ceiling. Numerical simulations were performed to assess the effectiveness of various air supply methods. Using FLUENT, the researchers analyzed the uniformity of airflow, temperature and humidity fields under summer conditions. The findings indicate that employing an upper supply and lower return air method can decrease air-conditioning energy consumption by 7.25%. Field measurements were carried out to validate the numerical simulations, with the measured values used as initial parameters. The average deviation between the measured and simulated temperature and humidity in critical work areas was within 2%. The comparative analysis of the simulation and measurement results confirms the reliability and effectiveness of airflow organization simulations in large commercial buildings. These results offer a scientific foundation and computational guidance for designing and implementing energy-efficient upgrades to air-conditioning systems in similar industrial facilities.

An analysis of flavor descriptors on tobacco products in the Philippines: Regulatory implications and lessons for low- and middle-income countries

BackgroundHistorically, tobacco companies have used flavored tobacco products to enhance the appeal of tobacco consumption, encourage initiation and experimentation of tobacco use, and contribute to sustained tobacco use. While flavored tobacco products are regulated in several countries, there is no existing regulation on flavored tobacco products in the Philippines, specifically for cigarettes and cigars. This study aims to update evidence on the flavored tobacco product landscape in the Philippines by assessing both the flavor descriptors and flavor imagery featured on cigarette and cigar packaging.ResultsWe collected 106 cigarette and cigar products from four major cities in the National Capital Region, Balanced Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Of these 106 cigarette and cigar products, 62 (58.49%) had flavor descriptors. Three crushable capsule products did not feature any flavor descriptor but were included for flavor imagery examination. We identified five categories of flavor descriptors: menthol, concept descriptors, tobacco, beverages, and other flavors. Out of 62 packs, ten featured more than one flavor descriptor on the packaging. Menthol flavor descriptors comprised the majority of flavor descriptors. Imagery and other graphic elements closely resonate with and enhance the flavor descriptors found on these packs.ConclusionsThis study aimed to update the evidence on the flavored tobacco product landscape in the Philippines and address their absence of regulation. Regulating flavored tobacco products requires a comprehensive policy approach complemented by complete enforcement. Flavor substances, flavor descriptors, and flavor imagery must be regulated altogether; however, it is ideal to enforce a ban on flavored tobacco products in compliance with the WHO FCTC, to which the Philippines is a signatory. Policymakers should consider plain packaging as an intervention to eliminate the appeals associated with flavored tobacco products.

Assessment of Nicotine delivery capabilities and evaluation of human health risk of metals associated with selected tobacco products

The use of smokeless tobacco has increased, particularly among Ghana's youth, due in part to perceived medicinal benefits and the belief that it is less harmful and non-addictive. In response to this trend, we systematically classified 51 different tobacco products based on their potential toxicity as determined by potentially toxic elements, addiction potential, and nicotine delivery capability. Moisture, pH, and percentage-free base nicotine were measured using certified methods. X-ray fluorescence techniques were used to determine tobacco products' concentrations of target elements (Ca, Cu, Fe, K, Mn, Rb, Sr, Mo, V, S, U, Zr, Tl, and Zn). Locally produced snuff products had the highest nicotine delivery capacity, with a pH of 9.73 and 96.98% freebase nicotine. Dried tobacco leaves followed closely, with a mean pH of 7.39 and percentage free base nicotine of 25.93%, whereas cigarette products had the lowest nicotine delivery capability (mean pH: 5.49; percentage free base nicotine: 0.33%). In the snuff category, menthol-flavored products delivered more nicotine (pH of 9.96; percentage free base nicotine of 98.8%) than moringa-flavored alternatives (pH of 9.77; percentage free base nicotine of 98%). Users of the smuggled cigarette product C6 were found to be susceptible to increased non-carcinogenic health effects, as indicated by a hazard index (HI) value of 1108.35, while C4, with the highest pH of 5.58 and a corresponding %A (addiction potential) of 0.70, demonstrated the greatest addiction potential among the examined cigarette products. Our findings indicate that locally produced snuff and dried tobacco leaves have potentially high addictive properties, emphasizing the risk of tobacco dependence. Furthermore, these products may have non-carcinogenic health effects, as indicated by elevated hazard quotients and hazard indices. These findings provide important insights into the various characteristics of tobacco products in Ghana, which may aid in developing targeted public health interventions.

Peran Inovasi Teknologi dalam Transformasi Industri Rokok: Dampaknya Terhadap Produksi, Distribusi, dan Penggunaan Produk Rokok

Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, exhibits a significant trend in adopting vape or electronic cigarettes as an alternative to conventional tobacco cigarettes. This study aims to investigate the influence of vape use on the tobacco industry in Indonesia, focusing on production, distribution, and consumer behavior. The research employs a qualitative approach through literature review and interviews. Data were collected from scholarly literature, primary data analysis via questionnaires, and direct interviews with cigarette manufacturers and vape users. Findings indicate that Generation Z tends to adopt vape due to its perceived modernity, diverse flavors, and perceived safety compared to traditional cigarettes. However, vape use also faces negative perceptions from some sectors of society regarding potential health impacts. Moreover, despite the rising popularity of vape, traditional tobacco cigarettes remain favored due to habit, tranquility, and personal preferences.

Tobacco industry interference to undermine the development and implementation of graphic health warnings in Bangladesh

BackgroundIn Bangladesh, the 2013 Amendment of the Tobacco Control Act made graphic health warnings (GHWs) on the upper 50% of all tobacco packs obligatory. However, at the time of writing...

Analisis Kinerja Keuangan Pada PT. Bentoel Internasional Investama Tbk

PT Bentoel Internasional Investama Tbk. is one of the largest cigarette companies in Indonesia. The cigarette manufacturing sector has a significant contribution to state revenue through excise, as regulated in Law number 39 of 2007. Indonesia ranks the third largest number of smokers in the world with 112 million smokers in 2021. Cigarette companies face intense competition, which forces them to continuously improve product quality and business strategies to maintain market share and maximize profits. This study aims to analyze the financial performance of PT Bentoel Internasional Investama Tbk. This research method uses Kuanitatif with secondary data sources, the research population in the 6-year period 2017-2022 in the financial statements, the sample used financial statements consisting of the balance sheet and profit and loss of PT Bentoel Internasional Investama Tbk 2017-2022, with analysis methods using statistical analysis. The results of the study on the analysis of liquidity ratios using a current ratio of 1.94 rounded 2 is declared good and a cash ratio of 0.10 is declared not good, solvency ratio with a debt to asset ratio of 41% is declared good, the ratio of debt to equity obtained a value of 70% is declared not good, and long-term debt to equity is good 17% is declared good. The activity ratio using the calculation of fixed asset turnover of 2.83 is not good and total asset turnover of 1.15 is not good. The profitability ratio using net profit margin obtained 0% is not good, return of incesment 0% is not good, and return of equity -0.03% is not good.

Heavy metals concentration and human health risk assessment in tobacco cigarette products from Tanzania

Cigarette smoke contains various harmful substances, including heavy metals, that pose significant health risks. Tobacco smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer, accounting for approximately 90 % of lung cancer-related deaths worldwide. However, limited information is available on the health hazards posed by heavy metals in cigarettes commonly consumed in Tanzania. This study aims to assess the potential health risks associated with heavy metal exposure from eight most commonly consumed cigarette products in Tanzania using atomic absorption spectrometry. The concentrations (mg kg−1) of copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), cadmium (Cd), chromium (Cr), and nickel (Ni) ranged from 6.94 to 16.31, 0.6–1.93, 0.4–0.66, 0.69–2.86, and 0.11–2.69, respectively, with mean concentrations of 9.35, 0.92, 0.52, 1.82, and 1.24 mg kg−1. The mean concentrations of Cu and Zn are within the permissible limits set by FAO/WHO while Cd, Cr, and Ni exceeded these limits, raising concerns. A high positive correlation is observed between Cu and Zn (r=0.988, p=0.01). The non-carcinogenic hazard quotient (HQ) for ingestion is below 1, indicating minimal risk, whereas HQ for inhalation is above 1, indicating considerable health risk. The carcinogenic risk assessment for ingestion is within acceptable limits for all metals. However, Cd, Cr, and Ni present higher risks than the acceptable limit set by USEPA (1E-06 to 1E-04), suggesting significant cancer risk associated with these metals. This study highlights the need for stringent regulation and monitoring of heavy metal content in cigarettes to mitigate health risks.

Headspace-SERS assay for early mildewing tobacco leaves

Mildewed tobacco leaves seriously impact on cigarette product quality and pose a health risk to person. However, early moldy tobacco leaves are hardly found by naked eyes in the workshop. In this work, we self-assemble AuAg nanoalloys on silicon wafers to construct Si/AuAg chips. The headspace-surface enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) protocol is developed to monitor volatile 1,2-dichloro-3-methoxybenzene (2,3-DCA) and 2,4,6-trichloroanisole (2,4,6-TCA) released from postharvest tobacco. Consequently, the visualization of the SERS peak at 1592 cm−1 assigned to ν(CC) after headspace collection for 10 min and the SERS intensity ratio of 1054 and 1035 cm−1 from 2,3-DCA and 2,4,6-TCA less than 0.5 could be used as indicators to predict early moldy tobacco. Additionally, with headspace collection time prolonging to 2 h, a SERS band at 682 cm−1 due to ν(CCl) of 2,4,6-TCA occurs, confirming the mildew of leaves. The headspace-SERS protocol paves a path for rapid and on-site inspection of the quality of tobacco leaves and cigarettes during storage with a portable Raman system.

Application of ion chromatographic fingerprint analysis for quality evaluation of tobacco flavors

Tobacco flavor, an important tobacco additive, is an essential raw material in cigarette production that can effectively improve the quality of tobacco products, add aroma and taste, and increase the suction flavor. The quality consistency of tobacco flavors affects the quality stability of branded cigarettes. Therefore, the quality control of tobacco flavors is a major concern for cigarette and flavor manufacturers. Physical and chemical indices, odor similarity, and sensory efficacy are employed to evaluate the quality of tobacco flavors, and the analysis of chemical components in tobacco flavors is usually conducted using gas chromatography (GC) and high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). However, because the composition of tobacco flavors is complex, their quality cannot be fully reflected using a single component or combination of components. Therefore, establishing an objective analytical method for the quality control of tobacco flavors is of extreme importance. Chromatographic fingerprint analysis is routinely used for the discriminative analysis of tobacco flavors. Chromatographic fingerprints refer to the general characteristics of the concentration profiles of different chemical compounds. In the daily procurement process, fingerprints established by GC and HPLC are effective for the evaluation and identification of tobacco flavors. However, given continuous improvements in aroma-imitation technology, some flavors with high similarity cannot be directly distinguished using existing methods. In this study, a method for the determination of organic acids and inorganic anions in tobacco flavors based on ion chromatography (IC) was developed to ensure the quality consistency of tobacco flavors. A 1.0 g sample of tobacco flavors and 10 mL of deionized water were mixed and vibrated for 30 min. The aqueous sample solution was passed through a 0.45 μm membrane filter and RP pretreatment column in succession to eliminate interferences and then subjected to IC. Standard solutions containing nine organic acids and seven inorganic anions were used to identify the anions in the tobacco flavors, and satisfactory reproducibility was obtained. The relative standard deviations (RSDs) for retention times and peak areas were <0.71% and <6.02%, respectively. The chromatographic fingerprints of four types of tobacco flavors (samples A-D) from five different batches were obtained. Nine tobacco flavor samples from different manufacturers (samples AY1-AY3, BY1-BY2, CY1-CY2, DY1-DY2) were also analyzed to obtain their chromatographic fingerprints. Hierarchical cluster and similarity analyses were used to evaluate the quality of tobacco flavors from different manufacturers. Hierarchical clustering refers to the process of subdividing a group of samples into clusters that exhibit a high degree of intracluster similarity and intercluster dissimilarity. The dendrograms obtained using SPSS 12.0 indicated good quality consistency among the samples in different batches. Samples AY3, BY2, CY2, and DY1 clustered with the batches of standard tobacco flavors. Therefore, hierarchical cluster analysis can effectively distinguish the quality of products from different manufacturers. The Similarity Evaluation System for Chromatographic Fingerprint of Traditional Chinese Medicine (version 2.0) was used to evaluate the similarity between the standard tobacco flavors and products from different manufacturers. Among the samples analyzed, samples AY3, BY2, CY2, and DY1 showed the highest similarity values (>97.7%), which was consistent with the results of the hierarchical cluster analysis. This finding indicates that IC combined with chromatographic fingerprint analysis could accurately determine the quality of tobacco flavors. GC combined with ultrasonic-assisted liquid-liquid extraction was also used to analyze the tobacco flavors and verify the accuracy of the proposed method. Compared with GC coupled with ultrasonic-assisted liquid-liquid extraction, IC demonstrated more significant quality differences among certain tobacco flavors.

Evaluation of Tobacco Tax Funding to Eradicate Illicit Cigarettes in Indonesia: A Qualitative Approach.

The illicit cigarette trade endangers public health because it increases access to cheaper tobacco products, hence fueling the tobacco epidemic and undermining tobacco control policies. The objective of this study was to evaluate the execution of an illicit cigarette eradication program under the jurisdiction of the local government in Indonesia. We sought to provide insights into the effectiveness of current policies and their impact on the illicit cigarette trade in line with the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) protocol to eliminate illicit trade in tobacco products. We conducted semistructured interviews with key policy-makers and semistructured FGDs with consumers and small- to medium-scale cigarette manufacturers at the district level. We indentified Pasuruan and Kudus as the districts or cities with the highest proportion of DBH CHT, and Jepara and Malang as a district with a highest illicit cigarette incident. We used reflective thematic analysis to identify the important opportunities and challenges facing illicit cigarette eradication programs in the three districts. We identified four opportunities and four challenges related to illicit cigarette eradication program implementation under the local government. The opportunities for illicit cigarette eradication lie in strong central government regulatory and multisectoral authority support, consumer awareness, and local governments' commitment to tobacco supply chain control. The key challenges facing illicit cigarette eradication include ineffective public dissemination programs, rapidly changing regulatory designs, consumers' preferences for illicit products, and a lack of industrial involvement in tobacco supply chain control programs. In addition to significant budget allocation and increasing consumer awareness, local programs to eradicate illicit cigarette production require considerable evaluation to rethink the program's design and external stakeholders' engagement within the local government's scope.

How does the Cigarette Company Deal with the Rise of Illegal Cigarette Products

The phenomenon of the rise of illegal cigarette products in Bekasi poses a problem for cigarette companies. The reason is that these illegal cigarettes do not use excise tapes or use fake excise tapes that are detrimental to cigarette companies or the government. The trade in illegal cigarette products does not have a circulation permit among the community. This study aims to find the influence of price and product packaging suitability on consumer purchase decisions on illegal cigarette products in East Bekasi. The method used was a quantitative approach with pre-survey results of 20 respondents. With the final survey results, 100 respondents were collected through google form using a data collection technique, namely purposive sampling. The statistical data processing used is Structural Equation Modeling Partial Least Square (SmartPLS). In combating illegal cigarette products, continuous efforts are needed and finding the right innovations in order to break the circulation of illegal cigarettes in the community. Such as strengthening regulations in collaboration with the government and law enforcement agencies. Tightening supervision of cigarette products circulating in the community. Some implications for cigarette companies such as issuing new innovations for the community to increase competitiveness in the market. A marketing campaign that promotes the importance of legality that can affect a cigarette product. A significant contribution to the literature on cigarette companies in this study is to look at business strategies from the perspective of cigarette companies in terms of dealing with the rise of illegal cigarette products. This study provides a new insight into policies that can be used into effective plans to reduce the circulation of illegal cigarettes while maintaining business sustainability.