JP2006223158A - Alternative cigarette - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an easy-to-handle alternative cigarette capable of creating an environment enabling smokers and nonsmokers to coexist in cooperation together, making no inhalation of unnecessary tar and carbon monoxide because of not being made to burn, constituting no source of a fire, and adaptable to the custom of our country's smokers familiar with cigarettes. <P>SOLUTION: The alternative cigarette is composed of a sucking cartridge provided with a sucking port on one end and an opening on the other end and having a hollow inside and a refillable nicotine component-containing 1st filler or a 2nd filler comprising the 1st filler and a perfume filled in the hollow. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to an alternative tobacco that can ingest nicotine by placing a filler having a nicotine component adhered in a suction container.

  The environment surrounding smoking in modern society has various problems. The main problem is that non-smoker's claims are considered to have a significant impact, that is, non-smoker's claims are not only harmful to the smoker's own health, but (The mainstream smoke) and environmental tobacco smoke mixed with other people's smoke (secondary smoke), as well as criticism of passive smoking that smokes against their will ” It causes discomfort and harms the health of others. " In addition, littering of butts can damage the aesthetics of the city and nature, and can cause fire if the fire is not completely extinguished. In view of such non-smoker's assertions and social problems, in recent years, there has been a tendency to reduce the number of smoking corners and smoking seats in every facility and company, and this tendency is becoming stronger every day. As a result, smokers are forced to smoke at distant smoking locations, and there is a current situation that makes smokers feel that their shoulders are narrow.

  Certainly, the opinions of non-smokers should also be listened to, and in response to social requests, facility managers such as public facilities should consider the standpoints of both smokers and non-smokers, These problems are addressed by proceeding with the establishment and restriction of appropriate smoking areas according to the actual usage.

  However, these countermeasures physically separate both smokers and non-smokers and do not create an environment in which smokers and non-smokers can coexist and coexist. This is thought to promote the gap. In particular, it is pointed out that this has not led to the resolution of such problems, especially in the workplace, where there are a number of lawsuits related to human rights issues such as different treatment of employees.

  In addition, there are snuff and chewing tobacco as cigarettes that do not emit smoke. Snuff is a smoking method in which nicotine is ingested by attaching tobacco powder to the mucous membrane inside the nose. Chewing tobacco tastes the flavor and scent of a tobacco leaf by biting it in the mouth or sandwiching it between the lips and cheeks. Since neither burns nor smokes, it does not put a burden on the lungs, so it is favored by sportsmen and musicians. In addition, it can be used in the cabin and indoors and does not burn, so it does not absorb unnecessary tar and carbon monoxide. In addition, it does not burn, so it does not cause fire. Therefore, according to snuff and chewing tobacco, it is considered that the above-mentioned problems can be solved. However, snuff and chewing cigarettes are characterized by how they are smoked, and have the disadvantage of being unacceptable to Japanese smokers accustomed to cigarettes. Furthermore, the purpose of smokers to smoke is not only to take nicotine, but also because of the psychological effects such as stress relief, and from the habitual aspect of feeling handheld. Psychological dependence cannot be resolved.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, as a prior art, for example, a device of tobacco (Japanese Utility Model Laid-Open No. 04-062094) in which a cylindrical container is filled with a mixture with a cyclic oligosaccharide or the like containing nicotine. However, it is a disposable one, and there is concern about littering of butts, etc., and it cannot cope with the problem of damaging the beauty of the city and nature, and it also costs high. In addition, while ingesting a nicotine component by chewing a gum base material (Japanese Translation of PCT International Publication No. 05-501051), the act of chewing gum and the act of smoking cigarettes are separate acts, and cigarettes It does not conform to the customs of smokers in Japan. Furthermore, the following prior arts exist, but each has drawbacks such as combustion, a complicated structure, and a complicated handling method, and eventually solves the above problems. It has not reached.
JP-A-60-199813 JP 02-190173 A Special table flat 05-501051 JP 07-155161 A Actual open hei 04-062094 Japanese Utility Model Publication 59-044377

  Therefore, in view of the above problems, the present invention can create an environment where smokers and non-smokers can coexist and coexist, does not absorb unnecessary tar and carbon monoxide due to combustion, and is easy to handle. The purpose is to provide alternative cigarettes that conform to the customs of Japanese smokers familiar with cigarettes.

  In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a suction container having a suction port at one end and an opening at the other end and having a hollow portion therein, and a refillable nicotine component filled in the hollow portion. It can be set as the structure which consists of a 1st filler containing this.

  Moreover, this invention can be set as the structure by which the cover body is provided in the opening part of the said container for suction.

  Furthermore, the present invention employs a configuration in which the first filler is provided with removable seals on both the suction port side and the opening side when the hollow portion of the suction container is filled. Can do.

  Furthermore, the present invention provides a protrusion on either one of the lid provided in the hollow part of the suction container or in the opening, and when the hollow part of the suction container in the first filler is filled. It can be set as the structure by which the removable seal | sticker is provided in the end surface opposite to the end surface corresponding to protrusion.

  Furthermore, this invention can be set as the structure which provided the processus | protrusion in the cover body with which the inside of the hollow part of the said container for suction and an opening part are equipped.

  And this invention can also take the structure provided with the 2nd filler containing the fragrance | flavor component in the predetermined location in the hollow part of the said container for suction.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to create an environment in which smokers and non-smokers can coexist and coexist without receiving criticism from non-smoking people accompanying the generation of smoke. It is possible to exert an effect that can greatly contribute to smoking cessation problems in facilities and workplaces.

  In addition, according to the present invention, since it does not burn and does not smoke, it does not place a burden on the throat and lungs, it can be used in the cabin and indoors, and it does not smoke unnecessary tar or carbon monoxide due to combustion, An advantageous effect that the influence on the human body can be greatly reduced can be exhibited.

  Furthermore, according to the present invention, only the target nicotine is efficiently sucked, and it is possible to eliminate most of the inconveniences of smoking of the conventional product (current tobacco) described above. The effect that the place is recovered etc. can be expected.

  Furthermore, according to the present invention, since it does not involve combustion, there is no cause of fire, and there is an effect that it is safer than conventional cigarettes.

  In addition, according to the present invention, the suction container is not disposable and can be used many times, so there is no littering of the butts and the like, and it is possible to cope with the problem of damaging the beauty of the city and nature.

  The alternative tobacco according to the present invention can ingest the nicotine component into the body without burning, and when the nicotine component is exhausted, the same effect can be obtained only by replacing the filling. The biggest feature. Hereinafter, an embodiment of an alternative cigarette according to the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

  FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a suction container 1 used for an alternative cigarette according to the first embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 2 shows a state in which the first filler 3 is inserted into the suction container 1. It is sectional drawing shown. The alternative tobacco includes a suction container 1 and a first filler 3. The suction container 1 includes a suction port 2 at one end, an opening 4 at the other end, and a hollow portion 5 inside. The first filler 3 contains a nicotine component and is inserted into the hollow portion 5 from the opening 4 of the suction container 1.

  The suction port 2 provided in the suction container 1 is a part where a person holds a nicotine component in his mouth and does not particularly limit the shape shown in the drawing. However, the size of the inlet affects the release rate of the nicotine component, and the intake of the nicotine component by a single suction varies depending on the size, so the caliber is determined in consideration of the effects on the human body, etc. Is done. Moreover, the fall-off prevention effect of the 1st filler 3 can also be show | played by tapering the shape of the hollow part 5, ie, making the internal diameter of the hollow part 5 small gradually as it goes to the suction port 2 side. A groove 7 provided in the opening 4 of the suction container 1 shown in the drawing is for avoiding the buffering of the cover 8 and the lid 6 attached to the first filler 3. In addition, since the alternative tobacco according to the present invention does not accompany combustion, the suction container 1 is not required to have heat resistance, and may be any material that does not allow the nicotine component to permeate. Can be considered.

  Moreover, as shown in FIG. 3, it can also be set as the structure provided with the cover body 6 in the opening part 4 of the container 1 for suction. By setting it as this structure, the drop-off prevention effect of the 1st filler 3 can be show | played like the above. As shown in the drawing, the lid 6 can be pivotally attached to the suction container 1 by a hinge 6b. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and the lid 6 can be detached from the suction container 1. It is also possible to perform integral molding with a cap type or a short connection band. Needless to say, when adopting the configuration including the lid 6 as described above, it is necessary to provide the lid 6 with at least one or more vent holes 6a. However, the air holes 6a of the lid 6 need only be able to secure inflow air, and are not limited to the shape shown in the figure. In addition, the lid 6 is not required to have heat resistance as in the case of the suction container 1, and for example, a material such as a resin that does not affect the human body can be used.

  The first filler 3 has a shape that fits in the hollow portion 5 of the suction container 1 and is molded by packaging an air-permeable substance 10 such as a fibrous material containing a nicotine component. . FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing the first filler 3, and FIG. 5 is a sectional view thereof. As shown in the drawings, removable seals 9 are provided on both end faces of the suction port 2 side and the opening 4 side. The seal 9 is used to prevent moisture and volatilization of the nicotine component. By removing the seal 9, the first filler 3 is released from the sealed state and becomes usable. For the contained nicotine component, an extract obtained by a conventional purification method technique (such as a granular or powdery nicotine component) is used. It shall be shape | molded with the air-permeable substances 10, such as a fiber substance produced by processing. Then, the material to be filled is packaged so that the contained nicotine component is not released, and the first filler 3 according to the present invention is configured. In addition, the collar shown in the drawing is an ejection collar 8 for facilitating the removal of the used first filler 3 from the suction container 1, and is preferably provided.

  When actually using the alternative tobacco according to the first embodiment having the above configuration, first, the seals 9 on both end faces of the first filler 3 are peeled off. Next, the first filler 3 is inserted from the opening 4 of the suction container 1 and mounted in the hollow portion 5. As described above, the alternative tobacco according to the present invention is in a suckable state, and the nicotine component can be taken into the body by sucking from the suction port 2. When the suction container 1 is used many times by exchanging the first filler 3 several times, if the scratch or dirt on the suction container 1 becomes conspicuous, the suction container 1 has been used. 1 is discarded, and a new clean suction container 1 is used again.

  FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing the suction container 1 used for the alternative cigarette according to the second embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6A shows a protrusion 12 in the hollow portion 5 of the suction container 1. When provided, FIG. 6B shows a case where the protrusion 12 is provided on the lid 6 provided in the opening 4 of the suction container 1. FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view showing a state in which the first filler 3 is inserted into the suction container 1. FIG. 7A shows a projection 12 provided in the hollow portion 5 of the suction container 1. FIG. 7B shows a case where the protrusion 12 is provided on the lid 6 provided in the opening 4 of the suction container 1. That is, the protrusion 12 is provided in either the hollow part 5 or the lid 6 in the suction container 1 and suction is performed when the hollow part 5 of the suction container 1 in the first filler 3 is filled. A removable seal 9 is provided on one of the end surfaces of the mouth 2 side and the opening 4 side.

  About the suction container 1, it is the same as that of 1st embodiment except providing the protrusion 12 in the hollow part 5 or the cover body 6. FIG. By providing the projections 12, the packaging body 11 of the first filler 3 is broken by the projections 12 and becomes usable, and also has a function of holding the first filler 3. As for the shape of the protrusion 12, as shown in FIG. 8, an air flow path 12a is provided as a passage of air by suction. In addition, about the shape of this air flow path 12a, it is not limited to a shape as shown in drawing. However, the shape of the air flow path 12a affects the flow rate of the fluid in the suction container 1, that is, if it is too small, it is difficult to suck, and if it is too large, a suitable resistance cannot be obtained. Therefore, the cross-sectional area is determined so that a smoking sensation similar to that of a conventional cigarette can be obtained.

  FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view showing the first filler 3 used in the alternative tobacco according to the second embodiment. That is, when the protrusion 12 is provided in the hollow portion 5 of the suction container 1, when the first filler 3 shown in FIG. 9A is inserted and conversely, the protrusion 12 is provided on the lid 6. The first filler 3 shown in FIG. 9B is inserted. Other configurations are the same as those of the first filler 3 described above.

  When actually using the alternative tobacco according to the second embodiment having the above configuration, first, the seal 9 on one end face of the first filler 3 is peeled off. Next, the first filler 3 is inserted from the opening 4 of the suction container 1 and mounted in the hollow portion 5. At that time, when the protrusion 12 is provided in the hollow portion 5, the surface of the first filler 3 from which the seal 9 is peeled is inserted toward the opening 4, and the opposite end surface is provided on the protrusion 12. The package 11 is broken by pressing. On the contrary, when the projection 12 is provided on the lid body 6, the first filler 3 is inserted into the hollow portion 5 from the surface where the seal 9 is peeled, and the opposite end surface is closed by closing the lid body 6. The protrusion 12 is pressed and the package 11 is broken. As described above, the alternative tobacco according to the present invention can be sucked, and the nicotine component can be taken into the body by sucking from the suction port 2. When the suction container 1 is used many times by exchanging the first filler 3 multiple times, if the scratch or dirt on the suction container 1 becomes noticeable, the suction container 1 is used. 1 is discarded, and a new clean suction container 1 is used again.

  FIG. 10 is an explanatory view showing the suction container 1 used for the alternative tobacco according to the third embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 11 shows a state in which the first filler 3 is inserted into the suction container 1. It is sectional drawing shown. That is, the projection 12 is provided in both the hollow portion 5 of the suction container 1 and the lid body 6.

  About the suction container 1, it is the same as that of 1st embodiment except providing the protrusion 12 in both the hollow part 5 and the cover body 6. FIG. By providing the protrusions 12, the package 11 of the first filler 3 is broken and becomes usable, and also has a function of holding the first filler 3. The shape of the protrusion 12 and the shape of the air flow path 12a are the same as in the second embodiment.

  FIG. 12 is a perspective view showing the first filler 3 used in the alternative cigarette according to the third embodiment, and FIG. 13 is a sectional view thereof. That is, the first filler 3 is not required to have the seal 9 because the package 11 on both end surfaces thereof is broken by the protrusions 12 provided on the suction container 1, and the entire package is made of one package. 11 enables packaging in a completely sealed state. Other configurations are the same as those of the first filler 3 described above.

  When actually using the alternative tobacco according to the third embodiment having the above-described configuration, first, the first filler 3 is first inserted through the opening 4 of the suction container 1 and mounted in the hollow portion 5. . At that time, the package 11 on one end face of the first filler 3 is broken by the protrusion 12 provided in the hollow portion 5. Moreover, the packaging body 11 on the other end face of the first filler 3 is broken by closing the lid body 6 with the protrusion 12 provided on the lid body 6. As described above, the alternative tobacco according to the present invention can be sucked, and the nicotine component can be taken into the body by sucking from the suction port 2. When the suction container 1 is used many times by exchanging the first filler 3 several times, if the scratch or dirt on the suction container 1 becomes conspicuous, the suction container 1 has been used. 1 is discarded, and a new clean suction container 1 is used again.

  FIG. 14 is a sectional view showing a fourth embodiment of the alternative cigarette according to the present invention. That is, the alternative tobacco has a configuration in which the second filler 13 containing the fragrance component is provided at a predetermined location in the hollow portion 5 of the alternative tobacco suction container 1 according to each of the above embodiments. In addition, although the case where the structure provided with the 2nd filler 13 is employ | adopted as the alternative tobacco concerning said 3rd embodiment is shown in drawing, it employ | adopts as the alternative tobacco concerning other 1st, 2nd embodiment. The case can be considered similarly.

  Regarding the structure of the second filler 13, a material formed by the air permeable material 10 such as dextrin, which is a fiber material produced by processing starch, for example, may be used as the base material. The material is not particularly limited as long as it does not affect the human body and has good air permeability. Moreover, there is no limitation in particular also about a fragrance | flavor component, Various fragrance | flavors, such as natural mint and natural rose, can be considered, and various forms, such as a powder form and an extract form, can be considered about the form. The second filler 13 is configured by adsorbing the fragrance component to the air permeable substance 10. At that time, it is also possible to prepare other kinds of fragrances so that the user can select a favorite one according to the mood during use. In addition, this fragrance | flavor is not limited to the said natural fragrance | flavor, For example, the synthetic | combination fragrance | flavor enumerated by the positive list by the regulation of the fragrance | flavor of Japan may be sufficient.

  By providing the second filler 13, when using the alternative tobacco according to the present invention, it is possible to simultaneously enjoy a favorite fragrance by simultaneously sucking a fragrance component together with a nicotine component. The scent works to affect the mental state of the person. For example, a refreshing mint or a citrus scent like a refreshing lemon refreshes the mind and body, and a sweet fruity scent relieves mental tension and relaxes. It is possible to produce an effect that makes you feel like you. In addition, as a result of having used the suction container 1 many times by exchanging the first filler 3 a plurality of times, when the scratch or dirt of the suction container 1 becomes conspicuous or the fragrance component of the second filler 13 When the efficacy is finished, the suction container 1 is discarded as used, and a new clean suction container 1 filled with the second filler 13 containing the fragrance component is used again.

It is a perspective view which shows the container for suction used for the alternative tobacco concerning 1st embodiment of this invention. It is sectional drawing which shows the alternative tobacco concerning 1st embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the form provided with the cover body in the opening part of the container for suction concerning 1st embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the 1st filler used for the alternative tobacco concerning 1st embodiment of this invention. It is sectional drawing which shows the 1st filler used for the alternative tobacco concerning 1st embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the container for suction used for the alternative tobacco concerning 2nd embodiment of this invention. It is sectional drawing which shows the alternative tobacco concerning 2nd embodiment of this invention. It is an expansion perspective view which shows the protrusion provided in the alternative tobacco concerning 2nd embodiment of this invention. It is sectional drawing which shows the 1st filler used for the alternative tobacco concerning 2nd embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the container for suction used for the alternative tobacco concerning 3rd embodiment of this invention. It is sectional drawing which shows the alternative tobacco concerning 3rd embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the 1st filler used for the alternative tobacco concerning 3rd embodiment of this invention. It is sectional drawing which shows the 1st filler used for the alternative tobacco concerning 3rd embodiment of this invention. It is sectional drawing which shows the alternative tobacco concerning 4th embodiment of this invention.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Suction container 2 Suction port 3 1st filler 4 Opening part 5 Hollow part 6 Cover body 6a Ventilation hole 6b Hinge 7 Groove 8 Taking out brim 9 Seal 10 Air-permeable substance 11 Packaging body 12 Protrusion 12a Air flow path 13 Double filler

Claims (6)

  A suction container having a suction port at one end and an opening at the other end and having a hollow portion therein, and a first filler containing a refillable nicotine component that fills the hollow portion An alternative cigarette characterized by.   The substitute tobacco according to claim 1, wherein a lid is provided in the opening of the suction container.   The said 1st filler is equipped with the seal | sticker which can be removed at the both ends of the suction port side and opening part side at the time of being filled into the hollow part of the container for suction. 2. The alternative tobacco according to 2.   Protrusions are provided in one of the lids provided in the hollow part of the suction container or in the opening, and opposite to the end surface corresponding to the protrusions when the hollow part of the suction container in the first filler is filled. The alternative tobacco according to claim 1, wherein a removable seal is provided on an end face of the tobacco.   The alternative cigarette according to claim 1 or 2, wherein a protrusion is provided on a lid provided in the hollow portion and the opening of the suction container. The substitute tobacco according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein a second filler containing a fragrance component is provided at a predetermined location in the hollow portion of the suction container.

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