The most frequently asked question of smokers discovering the tobacco heating technology is concerning the difference between IQOS and conventional cigarette. Unlike popular belief, IQOS is not a "heated cigarette". IQOS cannot be described as such, as it does not burn the tobacco like a cigarette, but instead it heats it. It is worth noting, though, that the smoking ritual remains intact, while at the same time it offers smokers a similar experience to that of a cigarette.
How IQOS and cigarettes are similar
1. TEREA and cigarettes contain tobacco
ΟSmokers seeking better alternatives compared to cigarettes often crave the strong tobacco taste contained in cigarettes. Unlike other nicotine products, such as e-cigarettes, TEREA tobacco sticks, designed for use with IQOS ILUMA series, contain real tobacco.
2. Similar Procedure
From the weight of the IQOS device to the duration of the TEREA sticks and the feel of the filter in the mouth- the entire IQOS experience is specially designed to render the familiar smoking experience.
How IQOS is different from smoking
1. Heating tobacco instead of burning it
- Heating the tobacco, rather than burning it, is what makes IQOS stand out, making it a better alternative to smoking.
- Cigarettes burn tobacco, reaching high temperatures, and producing ash, tar, and smoke with high number and levels of harmful chemicals. Cigarette smoke is a complex mixture of over 6000 chemical substances, around 100 of which have been linked to smoking-related diseases by public health authorities.
- When a cigarette is lit, the tobacco burns at high temperatures, producing as tar and smoke. Cigarette smoke is a complex mixture of over 6,000 chemical substances, around 100 of which have been linked to smoking-related diseases by public health authorities.
- IQOS ILUMA SMARTCORE INDUCTION SYSTEM technology heats tobacco to a lower temperature, ensuring that combustion does not occur. Because there is no combustion, IQOS does not produce tar*, ash and smoke. It generates a tobacco vapor that brings you a high-quality tobacco taste experience.
*“Tar” is the residue from smoke after a cigarette has burned. IQOS does not produce tar because it heats tobacco instead of burning it.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Although IQOS does not produce tar, IQOS is not risk free, and delivers nicotine which is addictive.
2. Less unpleasant smells
IQOS does not leave persistent smells on either hands, hair or clothes. The aerosol produced does not have the characteristic smell of the cigarettes, which enhances the user experience by offering a different approach to the enjoyment of tobacco.
Do not ingest or disassemble TEREA™ sticks. This product contains a sharp metal part which can cause serious injury if swallowed. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
