Industry's First Biodegradable Cigarette Paper Developed in Inner Mongolia.

Feb.03.2023
Inner Mongolia's Kunming cigarette company develops first bio cigarette paper, improving purity and reducing cost.

Recently, Inner Mongolia Kunming Cigarette Co. Ltd. has developed the first-ever bio-cigarette paper in the industry.


According to reports, using biodegradable cigarette paper can improve the purity of tobacco smoke and can replace traditional paper made from hemp pulp, resulting in a significant reduction in production costs for cigarettes. This has a positive impact on the development of Chinese-style cigarettes.


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Mengkun Company, as a leading technology-based enterprise, has developed the first-ever bio cigarette paper in the industry. This achievement serves as a testament to their dedication and innovation in researching and developing cutting-edge technology. The new bio enzyme-cut paper marks a new chapter in the company's success.


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