Philip Morris International Outlines Its Scientific Assessment Program and Results for Its Electronically
Heated Tobacco Product (IQOs) in Latest Scientific Update for Smoke-Free Products
Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today released its latest Scientific Update for Smoke-Free
Products, a regular publication on its research efforts to develop and assess a range of potentially reduced-risk alternatives to
cigarettes. The full issue is available here:
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This issue of the Scientific Update focuses on PMI’s scientific assessment program as it applies to its Electronically Heated
Tobacco Product (EHTP), referred to in the literature as the tobacco heating system (THS). PMI established its multi-step
assessment program applying internationally accepted scientific and quality standards along the same principles as the US Food and
Drug Administration (FDA) draft guidance (2012). The feature article outlines each step of the assessment program and summarizes
key results of supporting data. Included is an overview of the more than 30 EHTP-related studies. PMI submitted this evidence to
the FDA in the form of a modified risk tobacco product (MRTP) application.
Prof. Manuel Peitsch, PMI’s Chief Scientific Officer, explains: “We developed a truly world class R&D program to
scientifically assess the potential of our smoke-free products to reduce risk. With each progressive step of our assessment of
EHTP, we have seen a significant reduction in exposure to a number of harmful chemicals and risk potential compared with
cigarettes. Because transparency is a vital part of our program, we are making our evidence available for others to
review.”
Beyond the MRTP-related content, the Scientific Update provides an overview of the assessment to date on its smoke-free product
portfolio. The issue also covers key presentations at scientific conferences. It is an important complement to PMI’s ongoing
efforts to share its latest science, which include a dedicated website (PMI Science).
PMI’s extensive research and assessment program is inspired by the well-recognized practices of the pharmaceutical industry and
in line with guidance of the U.S. FDA for MRTPs. The Company today employs over 400 world-class scientists, engineers and experts
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.
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Philip Morris International Inc.
Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) is a 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 that present, are
likely to present, or have the potential to present less risk of harm to smokers who switch to these products versus continued
smoking. 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 PMI and PMI Science.
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