Philip Morris International Releases First “Update” on Their Scientific Research to Develop & Assess Potentially Reduced-...
September 06 2016 - 8:00AM
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Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today
releases the first Reduced-Risk Product (RRP) Scientific Update, a
regular publication on its research efforts to develop and assess a
range of potentially reduced-risk alternatives to cigarettes. The
report is available at
http://www.pmi.com/eng/media_center/press_releases/Documents/PMI%20Scientific%20Update%20Sept%202016.pdf.
The Update is meant to provide scientists, regulators and others a
summary of PMI’s product development and assessment approach as
well an overview of the latest studies, key peer-reviewed
publications and presentations at scientific conferences. It is an
important complement to PMI’s ongoing efforts to share its latest
science, which include a dedicated website
(www.pmiscience.com).
Prof. Manuel Peitsch, PMI’s Chief Scientific Officer, explains:
“We are making significant efforts to develop and scientifically
assess innovative products that generate a vapor in which harmful
chemicals found in cigarette smoke are significantly reduced or
eliminated while the taste, sensory experience and ritual
characteristics of smoking are preserved as much as possible. Along
with many public health experts, we believe innovative products
backed up by solid science can play an important role to reduce the
harm of smoking. Sharing our methodologies and findings allows
feedback and review from external experts and regulators and can
encourage further research in the field.”
PMI’s extensive research is inspired by the well-recognized
practices of the pharmaceutical industry and in line with guidance
of the U.S. FDA for Modified-Risk Tobacco Products (MRTPs). The
Company today employs over 300 world-class scientists who conduct
rigorous research, including laboratory and clinical studies, as
well as ground-breaking systems toxicology. The assessment program
also includes studies on actual product use and correct
understanding of product communications, as well as post-market
research.
Michele Cattoni, PMI’s VP Technology and Operations, further
elaborates on the Company’s efforts: “Technological innovation is
transforming our industry with a wide range of noncombustible
nicotine products that have the potential to represent
significantly reduced-risk alternatives compared to smoking. PMI
has been, and will continue to be, a driving force in this
transformation. Our ambition is that ultimately reduced-risk
alternatives replace cigarettes to the benefit of smokers, society
and our company.”
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Philip Morris International Inc.
Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) is the world’s leading
international tobacco company, with six of the world's top 15
international brands and products sold in more than 180 markets. In
addition to the manufacture and sale of cigarettes,
including Marlboro, the number one global cigarette brand, and
other tobacco products, PMI is engaged in the development and
commercialization of Reduced-Risk Products (“RRPs”). RRPs is the
term PMI uses to refer to products with the potential to reduce
individual risk and population harm in comparison to smoking
cigarettes. Through multidisciplinary capabilities in product
development, state-of-the-art facilities, and industry-leading
scientific substantiation, PMI aims to provide an RRP portfolio
that meets a broad spectrum of adult smoker preferences and
rigorous regulatory requirements. For more information,
see www.pmi.com and www.pmiscience.com.
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