Tobacco pouch product

US9044049B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Philip Morris USA Inc. · US

Inventors

• Warren D. Winterson · Chester, US
• Timothy D. Cochran · Richmond, US
• Tommy C. Holland · Midlothian, US
• Karen M. Torrence · Chester, US
• Steve Rinehart · Midlothian, US
• G. Robert Scott · Midlothian, US

Key dates

• Filing date: May 2, 2006
• Grant date: Jun 2, 2015
• Expiry date: Feb 4, 2032

Classification

• Technology area (CPC B): Performing Operations; Transporting
• CPC primary: B65B9/207
• WIPO field: Handling
• WIPO sector: Mechanical engineering

Abstract

A pouched tobacco product includes a lined pouch material of a web and a water-soluble liner adjacent the web and a tobacco component at a moisture content of 10 to 15% contained within the lined pouch material. The water-soluble liner is interposed between the web and the tobacco component. The liner preferably reduces staining of the web by the tobacco component. Additionally, the liner may include a flavorant.