Chinese and Indian tobacco

[Wheels]

I just read that China produces about 3 million tons of tobacco a year. India produces about 800,000 tons. The U.S. produces about 350,000 tons. I'm pretty sure the Chinese and Indian stuff is cheaper. Do you think any of it is likely to end up in our pipe tobacco? Would tobacco companies have to reveal that? Would you care?

 

[sablebrush52]

I just read that China produces about 3 million tons of tobacco a year. India produces about 800,000 tons. The U.S. produces about 350,000 tons. I'm pretty sure the Chinese and Indian stuff is cheaper. Do you think any of it is likely to end up in our pipe tobacco? Would tobacco companies have to reveal that? Would you care?

The short answer is maybe. GH&Co has listed Indian tobacco in their descriptions. Can’t say who else does.

 

[Chasing Embers]

China is the largest consumer of tobacco in the world and they love their cigarettes. I'd say little if any Chinese tobacco leaves their borders.

 

[warren]

Would you care?

Yes.

 

[BingBong]

Yes.

Don't you like red Virginias?

 

[anotherbob]

Indian leaf is pretty distinct like many other leafs. It's one of my favorites but aside from products from India you will not find a huge amount in pipes or snuff. The fact though is both markets are primarily domestic. And the few Chinesse tobaccos I've tried aren't too favored by the Western Palate.

 

[lraisch]

I have seen blends that list Mysore as the source for some of their Virginias.

 

[huntertrw]

Hasn't lead from the PRC been found to contain harmful tobacco?

 

[anotherbob]

I have seen blends that list Mysore as the source for some of their Virginias.

it is usually listed and once you pick up on it's profile it's easy to tell if it's in or not in a blend. It has some interesting notes. It kind of frankly reminds me of orientals but with nicotine levels upped.