A customisable system 300 comprising an aerosol provision system 1 for generating an aerosol, and one or more user actuatable portions 200 which are each operable to effect a respective function. Each user actuatable portion 200 is configured to be customisable for allowing the function of that user actuatable portion 200 to be selected from a plurality of different predetermined functions. Any given user actuatable portions 200 may comprise an actuator 201 such as a button 202 on the aerosol provision system 1, or a portion of a user interface, such as an icon 256, which is configured to be displayed on a touch-sensitive display 254 from the customisable system 300.
A motion detection system (300) comprising an aerosol provision system (1) for generating an aerosol. The motion detection system also comprises a motion detector (200) for generating motion data, and a controller (18). The controller (18) is configured to receive the motion data from the motion detector (200), and is configured generate an output signal, for affecting an operation of the aerosol provision system, in response to the motion data meeting a first predetermined criterion. The predetermined criterion could be when an acceleration as perceived by the motion detector (200) is too high, or exceeds a certain threshold. Once the predetermined criterion is met, an operation of the aerosol provision system may be changed, such as changed from one mode of operation to another mode of operation.
A mouthpiece 33 for an aerosol provision system 1. The mouthpiece 33 comprises at least one aerosol outlet channel 62 for delivering an aerosol to a user of the mouthpiece 33. The mouthpiece 33 comprises at least one actuator 800, which may be configured to be actuated by the mouth of the user, while the mouthpiece 33 is in use, for controlling the operation of the aerosol provision system 1. The actuator 800 may define an external surface of the mouthpiece 33, and the actuator 800 may be configured to control the operation of an aerosol generator 40 of the aerosol provision system in some cases. In this way, the actuator 800 may allow for hands-free control of the aerosol provision system, such that the user can use their mouth, lips, or tongue to operate the aerosol provision system 1.
An aerosol provision system 300 for generating an aerosol, the system 300 comprising a 5 feedback portion 200 for providing feedback to a user of the aerosol provision system 300. The feedback portion 200 is configured to provide first feedback F1 whilst the aerosol provision system 300 is generating an aerosol in a first mode of operation M1, and provide second feedback F2 whilst the aerosol provision system 300 is generating an aerosol in a second mode of operation M2 which is different from the first mode of operation M1. The 10 feedback can thus be perceived by the user of the aerosol provision system 300 whilst the aerosol provision system 300 is generating the aerosol, such that the user can discern the mode of operation which is currently being employed.
An aerosol provision system 300 for generating an aerosol, the system 300 comprising a feedback portion 200 for providing feedback F to a user 400 of the aerosol provision system 300. The feedback portion 200 is configured to provide the feedback after an aerosol provision system has generated an aerosol in a mode of operation, and is further configured to not provide the feedback F whilst the aerosol provision system is generating the aerosol in the mode of operation. In this way, the feedback F may be delivered at a suitable time after the user 400 has finished operating the aerosol provision system 300, such as when an aerosol provision device from the aerosol provision system 300 such to allow for the feedback F to more readily and easily seen by the user 400.
An aerosol provision system 300 for generating an aerosol, wherein the aerosol provision system 300 comprises a feedback portion 200 for providing feedback to a user of the aerosol provision system 300. The feedback portion 200 is configured to continuously provide respective feedback F1;F2 whilst the aerosol provision system, or any aerosol provision device 4 therefrom, is generating an aerosol in at least one respective mode of operation M1;M2, for a duration of the respective mode of operation M1;M2. The respective feedback F1;F2 is configured to provide an indication of a predetermined property of the aerosol provision system whilst the aerosol provision system is generating an aerosol in the respective mode of operation M1;M2, noting the value of the predetermined property may differ between each mode of operation. The feedback F1;F2 is also different for each mode of operation M1;M2, to allow the use to thus discern between each mode of operation M1;M2.
Article with combustion retarding properties and uses thereof The present invention relates to an article for use in a non-combustible aerosol provision system, the article including a wrapper with a coating including a combustion retarding salt. The invention further relates to methods for manufacturing and uses of said articles.
A mouthpiece (33) for an aerosol provision system (1). The mouthpiece (33) includes at least one aerosol outlet channel (62) for delivering an aerosol to a user of the mouthpiece (33). The mouthpiece (33) includes at least one thermal element (710) for controlling the temperature of a portion (705) of the mouthpiece (33). The portion (705) may include an exterior surface of the mouthpiece (33), and the thermal element (710) may be configured for heating and cooling the portion (705) of the mouthpiece (33). In this way, the thermal element (710) may allow for thermal feedback to be provide to the user, such as to their mouth, lips, or tongue whilst they are operating the aerosol provision system.
A mouthpiece (33) for an aerosol provision system (1). The mouthpiece (33) comprises an aerosol outlet channel (62) for delivering an aerosol to a user of the mouthpiece (33). The mouthpiece comprises at least one portion (300) or a display (330) whose appearance is configured to change in response to a predetermined event occurring, or being determined as occurring. Such a predetermined event may be a change in remaining power from a power source (16), or a temperature value being determined as exceeding a predetermined temperature. In this way, the portion (300) may allow the user to discern the occurrence of the predetermined event whilst they are still using the mouthpiece (33).
A method of quantifying an amount of a substance in a sample of material for a delivery system, the method comprising: obtaining first near infra-red spectroscopy data for the sample of material in a first wavelength range; obtaining second near infra-red spectroscopy data for the sample of material in a second wavelength range, wherein the second wavelength range is separated from the first wavelength range; and using the first and second near infra-red spectroscopy data to estimate an amount of the substance in the sample of material.
G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
A package comprising: a base (2); a lid (3) attached to said base for rotation about a hinge axis (4) to open the package, the lid comprising a body (5) and a main tab (6) separated from the body by a fold-line (7), and a tamper evidence tab (8) attached to the base, wherein, prior to first opening of the package, the main tab and the tamper evidence tab are connected to each other via a first line of weakening (9), the arrangement being such that said main tab and the tamper evidence tab separate along the first line of weakening when the main tab is folded about the fold-line prior to rotation of the lid about the hinge axis to open the package.
A housing for an aerosol provision device is described comprising: a circuit board mounted within the housing; a radiating conductor element at least partially enclosing the circuit board; and an electrical connection between a first connection point on an inside of the radiating conductor element and an antenna signal output of the circuit board for providing an antenna signal for transmission such that, in use, the housing operates as an antenna.
A24F 40/65 - Devices with integrated communication means, e.g. Wi-Fi
H01Q 1/44 - ANTENNAS, i.e. RADIO AERIALS - Details of, or arrangements associated with, antennas using equipment having another main function to serve additionally as an antenna
13.
ORAL PRODUCT WITH A BASIC AMINE AND AN ION PAIRING AGENT
The disclosure provides a composition configured for oral use, the composition including at least one filler, water, a basic amine, and an organic acid, an alkali metal salt of an organic acid, or a combination thereof, wherein the organic acid has a logP value of from about 1 to about 12. At least a portion of the basic amine is associated with at least a portion of the organic acid or the alkali metal salt thereof. The association is in the form of a basic amine-organic acid salt, an ion pair between the basic amine and a conjugate base of the organic acid, or a combination of both. The organic acid is a monoester of a dicarboxylic acid or is a carotenoid derivative having one or more carboxylic acids.
The disclosure provides a composition configured for oral use. The composition includes a gum base, one or more bulking agents; an active ingredient having a basic amine functionality; and an organic acid, an alkali metal salt of an organic acid, or a combination thereof, wherein at least a portion the active ingredient having the basic amine functionality is associated with at least a portion of the organic acid or the alkali metal salt thereof, the association in the form of a basic amine-organic acid salt, an ion pair between the basic amine and a conjugate 5 base of the organic acid, or both.
A tactile indicator (200) for use in an aerosol provision system (300). The tactile indicator (200) may be supplied with a given aerosol provision system (1), or may be retrospectively used with, or attached to, an aerosol provision device (2). The tactile indicator (200) may be electrically operated, or may be mechanically operated and/or configured to remain stationary in use. The tactile indicator (200) may therefore facilitate the operation of an aerosol provision system (1), particularly to those users which have a visual impairment.
A feedback portion (200) for use in an aerosol provision system (300). The feedback portion (200) may be supplied with a given aerosol provision system (1), or part thereof such as a cartridge (2) or mouthpiece (33). The feedback portion (200) may be configured to output electrical charge feedback, to a user of the aerosol provision system, in response to a predetermined criterion being satisfied. The feedback portion (200) may also be configured to output electrical charge feedback to enhance the flavour of any particular type of flavoured aerosolisable material which is configured to be delivered to the user when the aerosol provision device is being operated for generating an aerosol.
An aerosol provision device (300) for generating aerosol from an aerosol generating article (400) having a first section (403) housing a first aerosol generating material and a second section (404) housing a second aerosol generating material is disclosed. The aerosol provision device (300) comprises a first aerosol generator (301) comprising a first heating element for causing aerosol to be generated from the first aerosol generating material and a second aerosol generator (302) comprising a second heating element for causing aerosol to be generated from the second aerosol generating material. An insulating member (305) is arranged between the first and second heating elements.
A delivery device is disclosed. It comprises a light source to provide visual feedback to a user and a secondary feedback component. A processor determines a change in status of the delivery device and a controller controls the light source and actuates the secondary feedback component in response to a signal from the processor to provide secondary feedback in addition to the visual feedback provided by the light source. Also disclosed is a delivery system comprising the delivery device and an aerosol generating module configured to provide aerosol to a user when power is supplied by the battery of the delivery device to a heater configured to provide heat to the aerosol generating module.
A housing (10) for an aerosol provision device (1) comprises an outer body (11) having a first end (12) and an opposing second end (13) spaced from the first end along a longitudinal axis and connected to the first end by a side wall (14). The housing further comprises a power source receiving compartment (15) within the outer body. An aperture (17) is located in the side wall and a panel (18) is located in the aperture in a first position in which the panel is configured to seal closed the aperture such that the power source receiving compartment is fluidly isolated from the atmosphere. The panel is moveable from the first position to a second position in which the panel is at least partially removed from the aperture, when the internal pressure in the power source receiving compartment exceeds a predefined threshold.
A24F 40/40 - Constructional details, e.g. connection of cartridges and battery parts
20.
RESERVOIR FOR A REFILLING DEVICE, DEVICE AND METHOD FOR REFILLING AN ARTICLE OF AN AEROSOL PROVISION SYSTEM, NOZZLE FOR FLUID DISPENSING, AND REFILLABLE ARTICLE FOR AN ELECTRONIC AEROSOL PROVISION SYSTE
A reservoir for use in a refilling device comprises: a fluid storage volume bounded by one or more side walls and an end wall; an outlet orifice in or near the end wall, configured to form, or engage with, a fluid conduit engagable with an inlet orifice of an article of an aerosol provision system to provide a fluid flow path from the fluid storage volume to a storage area in the article when the reservoir and the article are installed in the refilling device; and a moveable wall disposed opposite to the end wall to close the fluid storage volume, the movable wall configured to slide towards the end wall, and engagable with a pushing element of the refilling device operable to push the moveable wall towards the end wall in order to reduce a capacity of the fluid storage volume such that fluid in the fluid storage volume is moved through the outlet orifice to the fluid flow path in order to fill the storage area of the article.
A24F 15/015 - Receptacles or boxes specially adapted for cigars, cigarettes, simulated smoking devices or cigarettes therefor specially adapted for simulated smoking devices or cigarettes therefor with means for refilling of liquid inhalable precursors
21.
APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR LIQUID SENSING IN REFILLABLE ARTICLES FOR ELECTRONIC AEROSOL PROVISION SYSTEMS
Described is an article for an aerosol provision system, including: a storage area for aerosol- generating material; an inlet orifice in fluid communication with an interior of the storage area by which aerosol-generating material can be added into the storage area; a first capacitive sensor comprising a first pair of capacitor plates arranged to measure a capacitance of the storage area; a second capacitive sensor comprising a second pair of capacitor plates arranged to measure a capacitance of the storage area; and electrical contacts by which capacitance measurements made by the first capacitive sensor and the second capacitive sensor can be separately ascertained externally to the article. Also described is an apparatus and a method.
A24F 40/42 - Cartridges or containers for inhalable precursors
A24F 15/015 - Receptacles or boxes specially adapted for cigars, cigarettes, simulated smoking devices or cigarettes therefor specially adapted for simulated smoking devices or cigarettes therefor with means for refilling of liquid inhalable precursors
Described is an article for storing aerosol-generating material and configured to be refilled with aerosol-generating material from a refilling device, the article including a storage area for storing the aerosol-generating material; a valve arrangement in communication with the storage area, the valve arrangement comprising: a septum arranged to cover an opening of the article in communication with the storage area, the septum comprising a first layer and a second layer, wherein the first layer is formed of a material that is relatively harder than a material forming the second layer. Also described is a refill reservoir having a valve arrangement comprising a septum, as well as a system and a method.
A24F 15/015 - Receptacles or boxes specially adapted for cigars, cigarettes, simulated smoking devices or cigarettes therefor specially adapted for simulated smoking devices or cigarettes therefor with means for refilling of liquid inhalable precursors
A refilling device for refilling an article for an aerosol provision device from a reservoir. The refilling device comprises an article interface configured to receive the article, a reservoir interface configured to receive the reservoir, and a motor coupled to the article interface. The motor is configured to move the article interface to engage with the reservoir interface such that, in use, aerosol-generating material is transferred from the reservoir to the article.
A refilling device for refilling an article from a reservoir comprises an article interface configured to receive the article, a reservoir interface configured to receive the reservoir, a plunger configured, in use, to engage with the reservoir, and a motor configured to drive a cam mechanism coupled to each of the article interface, the reservoir interface and the plunger such that, in use, the article, the reservoir and the plunger move in a coordinated manner such that aerosol-generating material is transferred from the reservoir to the article.
An apparatus is described comprising a resonant circuit (having a capacitor in series with an inductor circuit, wherein the inductor circuit comprises at least one inductor, where the at least one inductor includes a lossy inductive element configured to act as a heater, wherein the resonant circuit has a resonant frequency), a pulse generating circuit for applying one or more pulses to said resonant circuit, and a control module for controlling said pulse generating circuit.
The present invention provides aerosol-generating materials comprising a plant based component, an aerosol-former material, and an acid. Also provided are methods for manufacturing the aerosol-generating materials and articles for use in an aerosol generation system, the articles comprising the aerosol-generating materials of the invention.
A24B 15/12 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of reconstituted tobacco
A24D 1/20 - Cigarettes specially adapted for simulated smoking devices
A24B 15/14 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of reconstituted tobacco made of tobacco and a binding agent not derived from tobacco
A24B 15/16 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of tobacco substitutes
A24B 15/30 - Treatment of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes by chemical substances by organic substances
A package for an elongate article, the package having an inner container and a lid, wherein the inner container comprises a base and side panels connected to the base along respective fold lines, the side panels being foldable between an open configuration, in which the side panels extend outwardly of the base, and a closed configuration, in which the side panels upstand relative to the base to form an enclosure; and wherein the lid is configured to fit over the inner container to hold the side panels in the closed configuration.
A body (4), for an aerosol provision system (200) for generating an aerosol from an aerosolizable material. The body (4) comprises a receptacle (8) for releasably receiving a cartridge (2). The receptacle (8) comprises at least one air inlet 14 and a plenum chamber (202). In this way, the receptacle (8) is configured for allowing the cartridge (2) to engage against a portion of the plenum chamber (202) when the receptacle 8 is releasably receiving the cartridge (2), for then allowing a flow of air to pass from outside of the receptacle (8), through the at least one air inlet (14), into the receptacle 8, and then into the plenum chamber (202).
There is provided a delivery system for a metabolic modulator comprising: a sensor component configured to determine a metabolic state of a user; a delivery component configured to deliver a metabolic modulator; and a controller configured to receive information relating to the metabolic state of the user and to control delivery of the metabolic modulator in response thereto.
G16H 20/10 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients
G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
A24F 40/10 - Devices using liquid inhalable precursors
There is provided an aerosol provision arrangement for providing an aerosol to an authorised user, the aerosol provision arrangement comprising: an aerosol provision device comprising control circuitry for receiving signals and controlling an activation state of the aerosol provision device; an emitter associated with an authorised user, arranged to send a signal to the control circuitry of the aerosol provision device; and a power source, wherein the emitter comprises energy reception circuitry arranged to receive, indirectly, energy from the power source, and wherein the control circuitry is arranged to change an activation state of the aerosol provision device upon receiving a signal from the emitter associated with an authorised user.
A consumable (24) suitable for use with a non-combustible aerosol provision system (2) is provided. The consumable (24) comprises a support (26) comprising a support surface (34), aerosol generating material (30), and a cover (28) comprising a cover surface (38). The cover (28) is configured to overlie a covered portion of the support surface (34) and at least one discrete portion of aerosol generating material (30) is supported on the covered portion of the support surface (34). The covered portion of the support surface (34) and the cover surface (38) are configured to include one or more contact zones (40), in which in each contact zone (40), a part of the covered portion of the support surface (34) and a part of the cover surface (38) are in direct or indirect contact with each other.
The present invention relates to a consumable for use with a non-combustible aerosol provision device; a non-combustible aerosol provision system comprising a non-combustible aerosol provision device and the consumable; and a kit comprising a non-combustible aerosol provision device and the consumable. The consumable comprises a support, aerosol generating material, and a protection element wherein; the aerosol generating material is at least partially supported on at least one surface of the support; the support comprises at least one surface and at least one fixing zone; the or each fixing zone is located on one or more surface of the support; the area extending between the outermost edges of the or each fixing zone includes at least a portion of the aerosol generating material; and the protection element is affixed to at least one fixing zone.
The present invention relates to a consumable (100) for use with a non-combustible aerosol provision device; a non-combustible aerosol provision system comprising a non-combustible aerosol provision device and the consumable; and a kit comprising a non-combustible aerosol provision device and the consumable. The consumable comprises a support (101) and aerosol generating material (104), the support has at least one other portion by a bare area of surface of the support; at least two discrete portions of the aerosol generating material are upstanding from the respective surface of the support upon which they are supported; the support is configured by the shape of at least one curved face and/or by folding about a fold line (106) between two faces so that at least one part of a first surface of the support faces toward at least a part of the same or another surface of the support; the discrete portions of aerosol generating material are so located on the surface(s) of the support that, each discrete portion of aerosol generating material upstanding from the surface of the support falls into a bare area of the surface of the support between or adjacent to portions of aerosol generating material.
An aerosol delivery system comprises an aerosol delivery device, a first sensor configured to detect a first interaction related to subsequent use of the aerosol delivery device, a second sensor configured to detect a second, separate interaction related to subsequent use of the aerosol delivery device, a two- factor detection processor operable to calculate when detection of the first interaction and second interaction meet at least a first predetermined criterion, and a control processor operable to alter one or more operational parameters of the aerosol delivery device in response to the detection of the first interaction and second interaction being calculated to meet the at least first predetermined criterion.
An aerosol delivery system comprises an aerosol delivery device, a puff characterisation processor configured to estimate an average of a puff characteristic by a user of the aerosol delivery device for a plurality of puffs, a control processor configured to alter a composition of an aerosol delivered to the user by the delivery device, the puff characterisation processor being configured to detect any change in an estimated average puff characteristic after the composition of the aerosol has been altered, and the control processor being configured to, if such a change exceeds a predetermined first threshold, at least partially reverse the alteration to the composition of the aerosol.
An aerosol delivery system comprises a control processor and an aerosol delivery device, comprising in turn a power source and a disposable removably attachable portion, comprising in turn a payload for aerosolisation, and a heating element for aerosolisation of the payload, the heating element being electrically coupled to the power source and control processor by the attachment of the disposable portion to the aerosol delivery device, the control processor being configured in an initial state to set a flow of electrical energy to supply to the heater from the power source, and to detect a subsequent change of resistance in the heating element caused by airflow cooling the heater, and the control processor being configured upon detection of the subsequent change in resistance to enter a subsequent state to increase a flow of electrical energy to supply to the heater from the power source sufficient to cause the heater temperature to increase.
An aerosol delivery system comprises an aerosol delivery device, a wireless signal receiver configured to receive wireless communications signals, an identification processor configured to store characterising data for identifying recurrent received wireless communications signals, a correlation processor configured to correlate user behaviour with identified recurrent wireless communications signals received within a predetermined window of time relative to the user behaviour, and a control processor configured to alter one or more operational parameters of the aerosol delivery device that relate to a particular user behaviour when one or more wireless communications signals previously correlated with that user behaviour by the correlation processor are subsequently received by the wireless signal receiver and identified by the identification processor.
An aerosol delivery system comprises an aerosol delivery device, at least a first motion detection sensor configured to generate motion signals in response to motion, a motion classification processor configured to classify whether the motion is characteristic of a particular mode of transportation based on the generated motion signals, and a control processor configured to alter one or more operational parameters of the aerosol delivery system in response to a classification by the motion classification processor of motion signals generated by the motion detection sensor.
An aerosol delivery system comprises an aerosol delivery device, at least one proximity sensor configured to detect a person without physical contact by them with the sensor; and configured to output a detection signal when a person is detected, and an activity state processor configured to receive the detection signal, and to determine whether to change an operational state of the aerosol delivery device between a first activity state and a second activity state based at least in part on the received detection signal.
An aerosol provision system 1 comprising a first reservoir 12 for containing an aerosolisable material for vaporising, and a vaporiser 14, comprising a heating element 22, for vaporising the aerosolisable material from the first reservoir 12. There may be also provided a second reservoir 102, comprising flavouring material, configured to receive vaporised aerosolisable material from the vaporiser 14. The flavouring material may be then configured to be at least partially heated from vaporised aerosolisable material from the vaporiser 14 which flows through the second reservoir 102, and may be further configured to be at least partially heated by the heating element 22 from the vaporiser 14. This may thus provide a more consistent form of heat to the second reservoir 102, and may allow for a boost of preheat to the second reservoir 102 which may be advantageous in situations when the aerosol provision system 1 has not been used for a period of sustained inactivity.
The invention provides an aerosol-generating material comprising: from about 7 to about 13 wt% aerosol-generating agent, binder, from about 35 to about 50 wt% flavour, and filler. The invention also provides an aerosol-generating composition comprising the aerosol-generating material, a consumable comprising the aerosol- generating composition, a non-combustible aerosol provision system comprising the consumable, and the use of the aerosol-generating material or the aerosol- generating composition for generating an aerosol. The invention also provides a slurry that may be used to produce the aerosol-generating material, a method of making the aerosol-generating material, and aerosol-generating materials obtainable by the methods of the invention.
The present invention relates to aerosol-generating materials; aerosol-generating compositions comprising the aerosol-generating material; articles for use with a non- combustible aerosol provision device; and non-combustible aerosol provision devices comprising the article. The aerosol-generating material comprises: about 1 to about 80wt% of an aerosol-generating material; about 5 to about 50wt% of one or more binders, wherein the one or more binders include a cellulosic binder; about 0.1 to about 60wt% flavour; about 1 to about 25wt% of an emulsifier; and optionally a filler.
An aerosol provision system (1) comprising a vaporiser (14) for vaporising aerosolisable material, and an air inlet channel (44) for delivering air to the vaporiser (14), wherein the air inlet channel (44) comprises an opening (45) which is configured to be covered when the aerosol provision system (1) is in a first configuration, and which is configured to be uncovered when the aerosol provision system (1) is in a second configuration, wherein the opening (45) is configured to allow air to bypass the vaporiser (14) when the opening (45) is uncovered, by bypassing out from the air inlet channel (44) through the opening (45), for inhibiting the delivery of vaporised aerosolisable material when the aerosol provision system (1) is in the second configuration.
The present invention relates to compositions comprising a constituent, derivative or extract of cannabis in a water soluble matrix. The invention also relates to uses of such compositions and methods of manufacturing them.
An aerosol provision system (1) comprising an aerosolisable material transport element (14) for receiving aerosolisable material to be vaporised, wherein the aerosol provision system (1) further comprises a rotatable component comprising a recess (23) for accommodating a first portion (42) of the aerosolisable material transport element, wherein the rotatable component (21) is configured to move between a first configuration of the aerosol provision system (1) and a second configuration of the aerosol provision system (1), wherein the rotatable component (21) in the second configuration is configured for restricting the formation of vaporised aerosolisable material from the aerosolisable material transport element (14). The rotatable component (21) may in some cases comprise a fluid outlet tube (26) for receiving vaporised aerosolisable material from the aerosolisable material transport element (14).
The present invention relates to compositions comprising constituents, derivatives or extracts of cannabis. The invention also relates to uses of such compositions and methods of manufacturing them.
The present invention relates to compositions comprising constituents, derivatives or extracts of cannabis. The invention also relates to uses of such compositions and methods of manufacturing them.
A24B 13/00 - Tobacco for pipes, for cigars, e.g. cigar inserts, or for cigarettes; Chewing tobacco; Snuff
A24B 15/16 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of tobacco substitutes
A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
A61K 31/352 - Heterocyclic compounds having oxygen as the only ring hetero atom, e.g. fungichromin having six-membered rings with one oxygen as the only ring hetero atom condensed with carbocyclic rings, e.g. cannabinols, methantheline
48.
COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING A CONSTITUENT, DERIVATIVE OR EXTRACT OF CANNABIS
The present invention relates to compositions comprising active agents formulated for both buccal and gastric delivery wherein the composition also comprises one or more constituent, derivative or extract of cannabis and a further physiologically active agent.
The present invention relates to compositions comprising one or more constituent, derivative or extract of cannabis formulated for gastric delivery and one or more flavour or sensate formulated for buccal delivery.
The present invention relates to aerosol generation for delivery of constituents, derivatives or extracts of cannabis. An aerosol-generating composition is provided comprising a first aerosol-generating material comprising an active substance which is a constituent, derivative or extract of cannabis and a gelling agent, and a second aerosol-generating material comprising a different active substance and a gelling agent. Products including the compositions and methods of preparing the compositions are also provided.
The present invention relates to aerosol-generating materials; aerosol-generating compositions comprising the aerosol-generating material; consumables for use in a non-combustible aerosol provision system, the consumables comprising the aerosol- generating composition; and non-combustible aerosol provision systems. The aerosol-generating material comprises: about 1 to about 50 wt% of one or more cannabinoids; about 5 to about 30 wt% aerosol-former material; about 1 to about 30 wt% of one or more terpenes; gelling agent; and optionally filler.
The present invention relates to a method of forming an aerosol-generating material; aerosol-generating materials obtained by the method; articles for use within a non-combustible aerosol provision system; and non-combustible aerosol provision systems comprising the article. The method comprises: providing a slurry comprising gelling agent, aerosol-forming agent, solvent and any optional further components of the aerosol-generating material; adding the constituent, derivative or extract of cannabis to the slurry; forming a layer of the slurry; and drying the slurry to form the aerosol-generating material.
An aerosol provision system (1) comprising a first reservoir (12) for containing an aerosolisable material for vaporising, and a vaporiser (14), comprising a heating element (22), for vaporising the aerosolisable material from the first reservoir (12). There may be also provided a cavity (16) configured to receive a consumable part 100 comprising the first reservoir (12), along with a retaining portion (40), for gripping the consumable part (100). Also present may be a first channel (18) for receiving air from at least one air inlet 28 of the aerosol provision system (1), wherein the first channel (18) is parallel to, and is located outside of, the cavity (16). The first channel (18) and the cavity (16) may be separated by a partitioning member, wherein the partitioning member is cylindrical for separating vapour passing through the consumable part (100) from mixing with air flowing through the first channel (18).
An aerosol provision system 1 comprising an aerosolisable material transport element 34 for receiving aerosolisable material. The aerosolisable material transport element 34 comprises an aperture 60 extending through a thickness of the aerosolisable material transport element 34. The aerosol provision system 1 also comprises a conductive member 46, in the form of a conductive plate or a conductive foil, which is in contact with the aerosolisable material transport element 34, and comprising a thermally conductive surface 32B for receiving heat for transferring to the aerosolisable material transport element 34. The aerosolisable material transport element 34 is in contact with the conductive member 46 at a contact surface 48 from the conductive member 46, and the contact surface 48 is opposite the thermally conductive surface 32B. This arrangement allows for an efficient transfer of heat across the conductive member 46 to the aerosolisable material transport element 34.
An aerosol provision system (1) comprising a casing (45) and an aerosolisable material transport element (14), inside the casing (45), for receiving aerosolisable material to be vaporised. The aerosolisable material transport (14) element further comprises a first portion (42); and a second portion (31) comprising a first end portion (32), and a second end portion (34) opposite the first end portion (32). The first portion (42) is between the first end portion (32) and the second end portion (34), and each end portion (32; 34) is for receiving aerosolisable material for delivering to the first portion (42). The aerosol provision system (1) also has a fluid delivery tube (24; 26) at least partly located inside the casing (45). In this way, the aerosolisable material transport element (14) is configured to be at least partly compressed by, and between, the casing (45) and the fluid delivery tube (24; 26) for securing the aerosolisable material transport element (14) inside the casing (45).
An aerosol provision system (1) comprising an aerosolisable material transport element (14) for receiving aerosolisable material to be vaporised. The aerosol provision system (1) is moveable between a first configuration in which at least a portion of the aerosolisable material transport element (14) is uncompressed or partly compressed, and a second configuration in which the portion of the aerosolisable material transport element (14) is compressed by a greater amount than in the first configuration for restricting the formation of vaporised aerosolisable material from the aerosolisable material transport element in the second configuration. The aerosol provision system (1) may comprise a fluid outlet tube (26) which is configured to move between the first configuration and the second configuration for causing the portion (31) of the aerosolisable material transport element (14) to be compressed in the second configuration.
A consumable part (10) for use in an aerosol provision system. The consumable part (10) comprises a first reservoir (12) for containing aerosolisable material, and a second reservoir (14) for containing flavouring material. The consumable part (10) also comprises an aerosolisable material transport element (16) for receiving the aerosolisable material from the first reservoir (12). The aerosolisable material transport element (16) at least partly separates the first reservoir (12) from the second reservoir (14), and the aerosolisable material transport element (16) is configured to deliver vaporised aerosolisable material into the second reservoir (14).
The present invention relates to methods for preparing compositions comprising a constituent, derivative or extract of cannabis. The invention also relates to the compositions and products incorporating them.
A61K 31/352 - Heterocyclic compounds having oxygen as the only ring hetero atom, e.g. fungichromin having six-membered rings with one oxygen as the only ring hetero atom condensed with carbocyclic rings, e.g. cannabinols, methantheline
59.
COMPOSITION COMPRISING A CONSTITUENT, DERIVATIVE OR EXTRACT OF CANNABIS
The present invention relates to compositions comprising a constituent, derivative or extract of cannabis in solution or in a solubilised form. The invention also relates to products including such compositions and methods of manufacturing them.
A61K 31/352 - Heterocyclic compounds having oxygen as the only ring hetero atom, e.g. fungichromin having six-membered rings with one oxygen as the only ring hetero atom condensed with carbocyclic rings, e.g. cannabinols, methantheline
A61K 47/44 - Oils, fats or waxes according to two or more groups of ; Natural or modified natural oils, fats or waxes, e.g. castor oil, polyethoxylated castor oil, montan wax, lignite, shellac, rosin, beeswax or lanolin
The present invention relates to a delivery system comprising a powered aerosol generating device and an aerosolisable material, wherein the aerosolisable material comprises at least one carboxylated active, and wherein the aerosol generating device comprises at least one aerosol generator arranged to aerosolize the aerosolisable material to form an inhalable aerosol and a controller configured to facilitate delivery of power to the aerosol generator at more than one power level.
The present invention relates to a delivery system comprising an electrically powered aerosol generating device and an aerosolisable material, wherein the aerosolisable material comprises at least one cannabinoid present in carboxylated form, and wherein the system is configured to provide for selective decarboxylation of the carboxylated form.
A24B 15/167 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of tobacco substitutes in liquid or vaporisable form, e.g. liquid compositions for electronic cigarettes
A24F 40/00 - Electrically operated smoking devices; Component parts thereof; Manufacture thereof; Maintenance or testing thereof; Charging means specially adapted therefor
A24B 15/30 - Treatment of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes by chemical substances by organic substances
62.
AEROSOL GENERATION AND DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR CARBOXYLATED ACTIVES
The present invention relates to a delivery system comprising a powered aerosol generating device and an aerosolisable material, wherein the powered aerosol generating device comprises a power source and a controller, and the system comprises a first aerosolisable material and a second aerosolisable material, wherein the second aerosolisable material comprises at least one carboxylated active and is stored in the system separately from the first aerosolisable material.
The present invention relates to a method of forming an aerosol-generating material; aerosol-generating materials obtainable by the method; aerosol-generating films obtainable by the method; aerosol-generating compositions comprising the aerosol-generating material; articles for use within a non-combustible aerosol provision system; and non-combustible aerosol provision systems comprising the article. The method comprises mixing a gelling agent; solvent and any optional further components of the aerosol-generating material; separately mixing the constituent, derivative or extract of cannabis with aerosol-former material and an antioxidant; combining the two mixtures together to form a slurry; and drying the slurry to form the aerosol-generating material.
The present disclosure provides nanoemulsions comprising one or more active ingredients (e.g., one or more cannabinoid and/or cannabimimetics), formulated for use as tinctures or shots. Such nanoemulsions, tinctures, and shots can exhibit high physical stability, e.g., exhibiting no observable phase separation over a period of 6 months or more or 12 months or more.
A24B 15/167 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of tobacco substitutes in liquid or vaporisable form, e.g. liquid compositions for electronic cigarettes
The present disclosure relates to a method of enhancing the orthonasal profile of a plant, as well as a method of preparing a composition for a substance delivery system, the composition having a predetermined orthonasal profile. The present disclosure further relates to a consumable for use in a substance delivery system, the consumable comprising the composition with the predetermined orthonasal profile.
A refilling unit for refilling a refillable article for use with an aerosol provision device for generating aerosol from aerosol-generating material stored within the refillable article, the refilling unit including: an article port for receiving at least the article; an information reader configured to read a readable element for storing information corresponding to the article; and a controller for controlling operations of the refilling unit, wherein the controller is configured to: determine or obtain an actual usage of the article based on an indication of usage of the article read from the readable element of the article; determine or obtain an expected usage of the article; and compare the actual usage with the expected usage and, if the actual usage is within a predetermined range of the expected usage, permit the refilling unit to refill the article with aerosol-generating material. Also described is an article, aerosol provision device, system and method.
The present disclosure provides component-containing extruded structures, which include various components entrapped within a base material matrix, and to products containing such component-containing extruded structures. The disclosure also includes a method for entrapping the components, including mixing the component or components with a base material in water, extruding the mixture, and removing at least a portion of the water therefrom. The resulting component-containing extruded structure can then be incorporated within various products, e.g., consumable products such as aerosol-generating devices and components, oral and smokeless products, and conventional smoking articles.
A23L 29/256 - Foods or foodstuffs containing additives; Preparation or treatment thereof containing gelling or thickening agents of vegetable origin from seaweeds, e.g. alginates, agar or carrageenan
A24B 15/16 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of tobacco substitutes
A24B 15/28 - Treatment of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes by chemical substances
A24B 15/30 - Treatment of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes by chemical substances by organic substances
A refilling device for refilling an article with aerosol-generating material from a refill reservoir using a transfer mechanism is provided. The refilling device comprises a controller configured to: obtain an indication of the aerosol-generating material contained within the article; obtain an indication of the aerosol-generating material contained within the refill reservoir; determine whether the aerosol-generating material within the article and the aerosol-generating material within the refill reservoir constitute a permissible combination of aerosol-generating materials based on the obtained indication of the aerosol-generating material contained within the article and the aerosol-generating material contained within the refill reservoir; and cause an action to be performed responsive to the determination. Also described are an article, a refill reservoir, a system and a method for causing refilling of an article with aerosol-generating material from a refill reservoir using a transfer mechanism of a refilling device.
The present disclosure provides an aerosol generating component including a substrate impregnated with two or more aerosol forming materials, including a first aerosol forming material and a second aerosol forming material, wherein the first aerosol forming material and the second aerosol forming material each have different boiling points, different vapor pressures, or both. The disclosed aerosol generating component may be utilized in aerosol delivery devices such as heat not burn (HNB) or electrically heated aerosol delivery devices.
A method for managing a supply of aerosolisable material for a non-combustible aerosol provision system involves receiving one or more characteristics relating to usage of the non- combustible aerosol provision system. The method also involves predicting a length of time remaining until the supply of aerosolisable material is depleted based on the one or more characteristics relating to usage and an initial supply of aerosolisable material. The method additionally involves taking a pre-emptive action before the supply of aerosolisable material is depleted.
The present invention relates to circuitry for an aerosol delivery system, the circuitry being configured to: monitor usage of a first device in the aerosol delivery system; determine that there is data available for transfer between the first device and a second device of the aerosol delivery system, based on monitoring the usage of the first device; and initiate a procedure for transfer of data between the first and second devices over a data communication interface, based on determining there is data available for transfer between the first and second devices.
An information provision system (300) comprising an aerosol provision device (1) for generating an aerosol, and a user output device (200) for outputting information to a user of the aerosol provision device (1). The information may comprise a prompt (202) for the user to navigate to a predetermined location (204), which may be a virtual location or a geographical location. The information provision system (300) may be configured to generate the information in the event the information provision system (300) determines that a predetermined criterion is satisfied. Such a predetermined criterion could be the information provision system (300) detecting that a timer exceeds a predetermined time, or possibly the information provision system (300) determining that sensor data from a sensor (91;93;95) of the aerosol generating device (1) is indicative of an adverse event.
A method involves receiving usage characteristics from a non-combustible aerosol provision system and calculating a usage summary based at least in part on the usage characteristics.
A composition adapted for oral use is providing, composition adapted for oral use, including one or more fillers present in a total filler content of about 20% by weight or higher, the one or more fillers comprising a first filler in the form of a dissolving grade pulp material or a non-woody microcrystalline cellulose, the first filler having an untapped bulk density of about 150 g/L or less; and at least one additional component such as active ingredients or flavorants. Also provided is a method of forming a composition adapted for oral use, which includes providing a dry dissolving grade pulp material, grinding the dissolving grade pulp material to form a pulp material having an untapped bulk density of about 150 g/L or less, and mixing the pulp material with at least one additional component such as active ingredients or flavorants.
A method of tracking an inventory of aerosolisable material for a non-combustible aerosol provision system involves receiving an input indicative of a change in a user's inventory of aerosolisable material and updating a stored indication of the inventory of aerosolisable material based on the input indicative of the change.
The disclosure provides products configured for oral use, and methods of making the products. The products include a plurality of granules, the granules including at least one filler; at least one sugar alcohol; a cellulose ether, polyvinylpyrrolidone, or a combination thereof; and at least one active ingredient, at least one flavorant, or a combination thereof. The products may be in a granular form, or in the form of a tablet or pellet.
The present invention relates to a component (3) for a non-combustible aerosol provision article, and a method of forming the component. The component comprises: a core section (26) extending longitudinally; and an outer section (27) extending longitudinally comprising an aerosol-generating substrate which surrounds the core section and is configured to generate aerosol when heated. The core section comprises a first material configured to receive a heating element. The method comprises: providing an assembly comprising a sheet of aerosol-generating substrate and a first material; and arranging the sheet of aerosol-generating substrate and the first material into a component such that the sheet of aerosol generating substrate forms an outer section, which surrounds a core section formed by the first material.
The present invention relates to an article for use in a non-combustible aerosol provision system, an apparatus for manufacturing an article for use in a non-combustible aerosol provision system, and a method of manufacturing an article for use in a non-combustible aerosol provision system. The article comprises an aerosol-generating material segment (20) and a susceptor (25) located therein, wherein first and second ends (26, 27) of the susceptor are located within about 5 mm of the first and second ends of the aerosol-generating material segment, respectively. The method of manufacturing the article comprises: feeding an aerosol-generating material along a feed path; inserting a susceptor into the feed path; gathering the aerosol-generating material around a susceptor to create a rod; and cutting the rod into a segment comprising a susceptor. The apparatus comprises: a susceptor inserter; a gatherer to gather aerosol-generating material around a susceptor to form a rod; and a first cutter to cut the rod into segments comprising a susceptor.
The present invention relates to an article (1) for use in a non-combustible aerosol provision system, an apparatus for manufacturing an article (1) for use in a non-combustible aerosol provision system, and a method of manufacturing an article (1) for use in a non-combustible aerosol provision system. The apparatus comprises: an aerosol-generating material receiving section (41); and at least one magnet (48) configured to position a ferrous susceptor element (25) in a first predetermined position relative to an aerosol- generating material (15) received in the aerosol-generating material receiving section (41). The at least one magnet has a first operative state in which it is operative to exert a moving force on a ferrous susceptor element, and a second operative state. The at least one magnet can be selectively moved between the first and second operative states. A method of inserting a ferrous susceptor element (25) in an aerosol-generating material (15) comprises: holding a ferrous susceptor element on a susceptor transporter (52) using magnetic force from at least one magnet (48); transporting an aerosol-generating material along a first path (43) on an aerosol- generating material transporter (42); transporting the ferrous susceptor element (25) along a second path (53) on the susceptor transporter (52); and selectively operating the at least one magnet (48) between first and second operative states. Another method of positioning the susceptor (25) within a rod (16) of aerosol-generating material is also disclosed.
An article for use in or as part of an aerosol provision system is disclosed. The article comprises an aerosol generating material 3 and a heat transfer material 40 for distributing heat from a first region of the aerosol generating material to a second region of the aerosol generating material. The heat transfer material 40 has a thermal conductivity of at least 220 W/mK. The heat transfer material 40 may comprise one or more discrete portions of material in contact with the first and second regions, such as a rod, wire, fibre, thread or ribbon. The heat transfer material may contain or comprise carbon.
An aerosol-generating component for use with a non-combustible aerosol provision device. The aerosol-generating component comprises a heating material (31, 31a-g) in thermal contact with aerosol generating material (30), and the heating material (31, 31a-g) comprises a plurality of elongate portions (311a-c) or elements which extend through or around said aerosol generating material (30) in a first direction. The elongate portions (311a-c) or elements of the heating material (31, 31a-g) are substantially parallel. An article (1,110) and a system are also described.
An aerosol generating device (101) is described. The device (101) generates an aerosol from aerosol-generating material. The device (101) has a receptacle (212) defining a heating zone (215) in which at least a portion of an article (110) comprising aerosol-generating material is received. A heating element (220) protrudes into the heating zone (215). The heating element (220) comprises a peripheral surface (223). At least a portion of the peripheral surface (223) is tapered.
An article for use in a non-combustible aerosol provision system that includes an aerosol provision device is disclosed. The article comprises a rod of aerosol-generating material having a distal end for insertion into the non-combustible aerosol provision device such that a heating element of the device extends into the rod of aerosol- generating material through said distal end. The article comprises a plug at said distal end of said aerosol-generating material that is configured such that the heating element extends into the rod of aerosol-generating material through the plug. A system comprising a non-combustible aerosol provision device having a heating element; and an article comprising a rod of aerosol-generating material according to the invention is also disclosed.
An article (1) for use in an aerosol provision system is disclosed. The article comprises a rod of aerosol generating material (3) having a distal end (D), and a cavity (20) that extends into the rod of aerosol generating material from the distal end. The invention also comprises a system comprising a non-combustible aerosol provision device, and an article according to the invention for insertion into the non¬ combustible aerosol provision device. A method of manufacturing an article comprising a rod of aerosol-generating material is also disclosed and comprises extruding the aerosol-generating material through a die head and over a mandrel to form a cavity extending through the aerosol-generating material.
Component (2) for a non-combustible aerosol provision article (1), and a method of forming the component. The component comprises: a body (7) formed from a sheet of aerosol-generating material, the body comprising a void (8); and the at least one tube (11) located in the void within the body. The sheet of aerosol-generating material comprises an internal edge at least partially defining a closed end of the void. The void comprises an open end in the plane of an end of the body. The application also discloses an apparatus for manufacturing the component.
An article 1 for use with a non-combustible aerosol-provision device comprises at least one fluid-permeable susceptor plug 4 and an aerosol-generating material 3 bounded by a wrapper 5. In some embodiments, the article comprises more than one aerosol-generating sections (3a-e) separated by one or more fluid-permeable susceptor plugs (4a-c). The plug (4') may comprise a body (15') made of susceptor material provided with a plurality of channels (16) to allow fluid to pass through the body (15') or the plug may be porous. In some embodiments the plug (4'', 4'') is made from a first material (15'') with one or more discrete portions (18, 19) of susceptor material distributed through out the first material.
An article 1) for use in a non-combustible aerosol provision system that includes an aerosol provision device (100) is disclosed. The article comprises a rod of aerosol-generating material (3) having a distal end (D) for insertion into the non-combustible aerosol provision device such that a heating element (103) of the device extends into the rod of aerosol-generating material through said distal end. The article comprises a cavity (20) extending in a longitudinal direction into the rod of aerosol-generating material from said distal end to receive the heating element. A system comprising a non-combustible aerosol provision device having a heating element, and an article according to the invention, together with a method of manufacturing an article according to the invention is also disclosed.
A susceptor (14) for insertion into an aerosol generating material portion (13) of an article (1) is described, the susceptor (14) comprising a coating on at least 20% of the outer surface of the susceptor, wherein the coating comprises an aerosol generating and/or aerosol modifying material and which has a thickness of 300 microns or less. A method of forming the susceptor (14), an article (1) comprising the susceptor (14), a method of manufacturing the article (1), and an aerosol generating system comprising the article are also described.
A non-combustible aerosol provision device is described comprising a contact-based charging mechanism for coupling with a contact charging device for contact charging of the aerosol provision device and a wireless charging mechanism (e.g. a radio frequency charging mechanism) for coupling with a wireless charging device for wireless charging of the aerosol provision device. Furthermore, a charging device is described comprising a contact-based charging mechanism for coupling with a first device for contact charging of the device in a contacting charging mode and a wireless charging mechanism for coupling with a second device for wireless charging of the device in a wireless charging mode.
A device (such as an aerosol provision device) is described in which the device has a first side and a second side. The device comprises at least two first contact charging pads on the first side of the device. At least two contact charging pads are accessible on the second side of the device. A method for charging a device is also described. The method comprises placing the device on a charging mat such that at least two contact charging pads provided on a first side of the device are in contact with different charging points of the charging mat.
The present disclosure relates to a charging case for an aerosol delivery system. The charging case comprises one or more formations that are configured to space at least a portion of the aerosol provision system from the charging case to provide an air gap. The present disclosure also relates to a kit of parts comprising a charging case and an aerosol delivery system.
An aerosol provision device (2) is disclosed comprising a mouthpiece (26) having one or more variable chokes, one or more variable air inlet members or one or more valve members (901).
A Charging Case Abstract The present disclosure relates to a charging case for an aerosol provision system. The charging case comprises a charging connector and a ramp. The charging connector is configured to removably connect to a component of the aerosol provision system. The ramp is arranged such that when the component is moved in a direction away from the charging connector a part of the aerosol provision system moves along the ramp. The present disclosure also relates to a charging case for an aerosol provision system comprising a charging connector and a recess. The charging connector is configured to removably connect to a component of the aerosol provision system and the recess is arranged such that when the component has been disconnected from the charging connector a portion of the component can enter the recess to allow the component to rotate relative to the charging case. The present disclosure also relates to a kit of parts comprising a charging case and an aerosol delivery system.
An aerosol provision device is described. The device generates an aerosol from aerosol-generating material. The device has a housing and a receptacle in the housing in which aerosol-generating material is received. An induction heating system heats aerosol-generating material when aerosol-generating material is received in the receptacle. The induction heating system also has a spiral induction coil. The receptacle extends through the spiral induction coil; and the spiral induction coil is movable in the housing relative to the receptacle.
A consumable (24) for use with an aerosol provision device (2) is disclosed. The consumable (24) comprises a support (28), an aerosol-generating material (26), and one or more perforations (38). The perforations (38) are configured to allow the passage of heat or aerosol along the perforation (38).
The disclosure provides compositions configured for oral use, the compositions including at least one filler, water, a basic amine, and an organic acid, an alkali metal salt of an organic acid, or a combination thereof, wherein the organic acid has a logP value of from about 1.4 to about 8Ø At least a portion of the basic amine is associated with at least a portion of the organic acid or the alkali metal salt thereof. The association is in the form of a basic amine-organic acid salt, an ion pair between the basic amine and a conjugate base of the organic acid, or a combination of both. Further provided are methods for stabilizing a composition configured for oral use, for enhancing a predicted buccal absorption of a composition configured for oral use, and for reducing potential throat irritation associated with the use of compositions including a basic amine.
A24B 13/00 - Tobacco for pipes, for cigars, e.g. cigar inserts, or for cigarettes; Chewing tobacco; Snuff
A24B 15/16 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of tobacco substitutes
A24B 15/38 - Treatment of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes by chemical substances by organic substances containing a heterocyclic ring having only nitrogen as hetero-atoms
A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
The disclosure provides compositions adapted for oral use and, in particular, multi-compartment oral pouched products including such compositions. Some aspects of the disclosure relate to oral pouched products including a composition adapted for oral use within a porous pouch. In particular, the porous pouch may include two or more compartments, each compartment having a content of the composition contained therein. The composition within each compartment can be different such that the composition within each compartment provides a different functional or sensory experience, such as through use of a different flavoring agent, a different active ingredient, or both a different flavoring agent and a different active ingredient.
The disclosure provides a multi-layered tablet configured for oral use, the tablet including a first layer including an effervescent composition and a second layer including a non-effervescent composition. The effervescent composition includes an effervescent material; one or more fillers in a total amount of at least about 30% by weight, the one or more fillers including at least one sugar alcohol; and at least one active ingredient. The non-effervescent composition includes one or more fillers in a total amount of at least about 30% by weight, the one or more fillers including at least one sugar alcohol; a binder; and a second active ingredient.
Products configured for oral use and methods for preparing such products are provided. In particular, such products may be provided in the form of a lozenge. In some embodiments, oral products described herein may include a first sugar substitute in an amount of at least about 80 weight percent, a basic amine, and an organic acid, an alkali metal salt of an organic acid, or a combination thereof. In one or more embodiments, at least a portion of the basic amine is associated with at least a portion of the organic acid or the alkali metal salt thereof, the association in the form of a basic amine-organic acid salt, an ion pair between the basic amine and a conjugate base of the organic acid, or both.
An oral product configured for oral use is provided herein, the oral product including: at least one sugar substitute in an amount from about 25% to about 45% by weight, based on the total weight of the oral product; a gum in an amount from about 35% to about 55% by weight, based on the total weight of the oral product; a basic amine; and an organic acid, an alkali metal salt of an organic acid, or a combination thereof; wherein the organic acid has a logP value of from about 1.0 to about 12.0; wherein at least a portion of the basic amine is associated with at least a portion of the organic acid or the alkali metal salt thereof, the association in the form of a basic amine-organic acid salt, an ion pair between the basic amine and a conjugate base of the organic acid, or both; and wherein the oral product is in the form of a pastille.
A24B 13/00 - Tobacco for pipes, for cigars, e.g. cigar inserts, or for cigarettes; Chewing tobacco; Snuff
A24B 15/16 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of tobacco substitutes
A24B 15/38 - Treatment of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes by chemical substances by organic substances containing a heterocyclic ring having only nitrogen as hetero-atoms
A61K 9/68 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form chewing gum type
patents
