Sterilized moist snuff and method

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-07-03
PHILIP MORRIS USA INC
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[0004]In one embodiment, the process for treating smokeless tobacco includes subjecting a tobacco container having an amount of moist tobacco packed therein to a thermal stabilization treatment. By heating the moist tobacco after it has been packaged in its final consumer-ready container, microorganisms are destroyed and spoilage is substantially delayed or prevented. Because moist tobacco is markete

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Because moist tobacco is marketed in small containers, waiting until after it has been packaged be

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[0006]According to a first embodiment, moist tobacco product is prepared and packaged in anticipation of its delivery to the end user. Once the tobacco product is packaged, the product is subjected to a thermal stabilization process to destroy bacteria.

[0007]The process for sterilizing tobacco containers containing moist tobacco involves heat treating a container to sterilize its contents. The tobacco container must be capable of withstanding pressure differential between the external sterlizing medium (e.g. steam) and any pressure which builds up within the container as its volatile constituents attempt to vaporize. Preferably, volatile compounds are kept within the container. Known machines, such as a modern retort, aid in minimizing the pressure differential.

[0008]The tobacco containers may include any type of container in which moist tobacco products are commonly packed. Commercially available tobacco containers usually include a cup-shaped circular cover adapted to slide or scr...

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Sterilized moist tobacco products and methods for sterilizing moist tobacco products are provided. The moist tobacco is subjected to a thermal stabilization treatment after it has been packaged in its final, consumer-ready container. Such thermal stabilization pasteurizes, sterilizes or otherwise treats the finished moist tobacco so that the concentration of undesirable microflora present within the product is reduced or eliminated. By heating the moist tobacco after is has been packaged, harmful microorganisms are destroyed and spoilage is substantially delayed or does not occur at all without the need for refrigeration of the container. The volatile compounds in the tobacco, such as flavors, are retained in the container. Downstream TSNA production may also be reduced and the shelf life can be extended.

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Owner PHILIP MORRIS USA INC
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