Highlights
Review of leaf inventory grades, current blends and existing
leaf processing operation, with emphasis on burley
casing and toasting chemistry & know-how
Assist in establishing joint projects for leaf specialists,
tobacco experts and R&D senior staff that can work
coherently on:
- Upgrading a current blend or developing a new one to fill
a gap in the market
- Improving current processing operation to
make it more efficient and cost-effective
Implementation of recent advances in leaf blending and processing
techniques, including:
- New techniques for the burley casing and toasting (heat treatment)
to secure the sought-after chemical reactions that generate
the desired pack aroma and smoke flavor
- New role for reconstituted
tobacco, made with paper technology, in reaching the target
product in terms of the tobacco rod chemistry and filling
value as well as the chemical and sensory properties of the cigarette
smoke
- New
concept for total stems utilization in making recon
sheet vs. processing part thereof into CRES
Target
Establish a new generation of leaf "experts", who can work as a team
with the product development staff on a regular basis, whether
on current cigarette products or developing new ones
Duration
As required on a case-by-case basis
Means
Adequate blending and processing facilities, preferably close by or part
of the pilot plant |
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