JP2020014455A - Filling material for aromatic cartridge, aerosol formation substrate for aromatic cartridge having the same, and aromatic cartridge having the same - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a filling material for aromatic cartridge using a raw material containing no component of tobacco (non-tobacco material) for an aromatic cartridge which is a cartridge capable of being used by exchange with an electric tobacco cartridge containing a tobacco component, (having compatibility), excellent in moldability and having enjoyable natural flavor or taste of the non-tobacco material.SOLUTION: There is provided a filling material for aromatic cartridge, containing a non-tobacco material, and at least one kind of polysaccharide selected from a group consisting of aerosol former, glucomannan, guar gum, pectin, carrageenan, locust bean gum, and agar, having a shape with a length of 10 to 70 mm, a width of 0.5 to 3.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 to 0.5 mm, or a shape with length of 10 to 70 mm, and an outer diameter of 0.2 to 3.0 mm, and containing the polysaccharide of 0.1 to 5 pts.mass based on 100 pts.mass of the non-tobacco material.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 9

Description

  The present invention relates to a filler for an aroma cartridge, an aerosol-forming substrate for an aroma cartridge having the same, and an aroma cartridge having the same.

  In recent years, products that enjoy smoking have become popular by heating cartridges containing tobacco or non-tobacco plant components without using a flame, and inhaling the vaporized components to adjust to the smoking cessation tendency. Have begun to do. As an example of the tobacco filler to be filled in such a heated aroma cartridge, an example using a continuous sheet of homogenized tobacco is disclosed (Patent Document 1).

  In addition, flavors such as menthol are added to smoking articles to change the flavor. For example, a technique of encapsulating menthol and presenting it in a filter has been disclosed (Patent Document 2).

  Further, an article is disclosed in which smoking is performed by inserting and heating an aroma cartridge having a filler for an aroma cartridge at an end thereof (Patent Document 3).

  Further, various inventions related to a heated aerosol-generating article are known, and for example, an invention related to a heated aerosol-generating article having a plurality of airflow paths is disclosed (Patent Document 4).

Japanese Patent No. 6017546 JP-T-2017-506891 JP-T-2017-519915 JP 2006-538848 A

  When menthol is added to the filler in the method for producing a filler for an aroma cartridge, the flavor of menthol can be certainly added. However, there is a problem that the flavor of menthol is lost if such a filling is left unattended. For this reason, various measures have been taken such as encapsulating menthol so as to be present in the filter, but there are problems such as an increase in cost and a complicated manufacturing method.

  In addition, the prior art does not disclose a method for producing a filler for an aroma cartridge using a non-tobacco material. And when manufacturing the filler for aroma cartridges using a non-tobacco material, there was a problem that molding was difficult and it was difficult to obtain a material having sufficient strength.

  In addition, when the fragrance cartridge is inserted into the smoking article main body, or when the user finishes smoking and removes the fragrance cartridge from the smoking article main body, such as when the user handles the filler, the filler may fall off the fragrance cartridge or a part of the filler. May fall. As a result, there has been a problem that the inside of the smoking article main body may be soiled, and eventually the smoking article main body may become defective.

  The present invention has been made in order to solve the above-mentioned problems of the prior art, and an object of the present invention is to provide a filler for an aroma cartridge capable of enjoying the refreshing feeling of menthol, in addition to the aroma and taste of the filler. Another object of the present invention is to provide means for maintaining the flavor of menthol even after long-term storage.

  It is another object of the present invention to provide a means for preventing a filler from dropping or falling from a fragrance cartridge before and after use during handling by a user.

  Still another object of the present invention is to provide a filler for an aroma cartridge, which is excellent in moldability and can enjoy the natural aroma and taste of the filler, and an aerosol-forming substrate for an aroma cartridge having the same. It is in.

  Still another object of the present invention is to provide a fragrance cartridge which is high quality and can enjoy the natural fragrance and taste of non-tobacco materials.

  The filler for an aroma cartridge according to the first aspect of the present invention contains a non-tobacco material and an aerosol former, is a strip or a rod having a length of 10 to 70 mm, and the content of the aerosol former is 10%. ４０40% by mass.

Note that, here, the “fragrance cartridge” is used, but it may be called a “smoking cartridge” or an “electronic cigarette compatible cartridge”.
As a source of the scent, the present invention is also applied to those using a non-tobacco material having no tobacco component.
"Aroma" means "good scent", and includes scent floating from the material itself (fragrance), scent floating in space when heated (aroma), scent floating in the mouth when inhaled (flavor), etc. .
"Smoking" generally means smoking, but here it simply means "enjoy the smoke,""taste the smoke,""enjoy the smoke," and is the source of smoke. Is not limited to tobacco, but also applies to non-tobacco materials. Further, the “smoke” here includes “smoke-like thing” and “smoke-like thing” such as droplets dispersed in air such as aerosol.

  An “electronic cigarette compatible cartridge” is also defined simply as a “compatible cartridge” that can be used interchangeably with an electronic cigarette cartridge containing a tobacco component, whether or not it contains a tobacco component.

  In the filling for an aroma cartridge according to a second aspect of the present invention, in the first aspect, the non-tobacco material may be black tea or tea.

  The filler for an aroma cartridge according to the third aspect of the present invention, in the first or second aspect, further comprises menthol and polyvinyl polypyrrolidone, wherein the content of the menthol is 0.1 to 10% by mass. %, The content of the polyvinyl polypyrrolidone is 10% by mass or less, and may be 0.5 to 6 times the content of the menthol.

  In the filler for an aroma cartridge according to a fourth aspect of the present invention, in the third aspect, the content of the polyvinyl polypyrrolidone may be 2% by mass or more.

  The filler for an aroma cartridge according to the fifth aspect of the present invention, in any one of the first to fourth aspects, further comprises microcrystalline cellulose, wherein the content of the microcrystalline cellulose is 1 to 15% by mass. It may be.

  The packing for an aroma cartridge according to the sixth aspect of the present invention is selected from the group consisting of glucomannan, guar gum, pectin, carrageenan, locust bean gum and agar in any one of the first to fifth aspects. It may further contain at least one kind of polysaccharide, and may contain 0.1 to 5 parts by mass of the polysaccharide with respect to 100 parts by mass of the non-tobacco material.

  The packing for an aroma cartridge according to the seventh aspect of the present invention is the filler according to the sixth aspect, wherein methyl cellulose, ethyl cellulose, carboxymethyl cellulose, carboxyethyl cellulose, hydroxymethyl cellulose, hydroxyethyl cellulose and hydroxypropyl cellulose, and their sodium salts and potassium salts , And at least one cellulose selected from the group consisting of calcium salts, and the cellulose may be contained in an amount of 1 to 30 parts by mass with respect to 100 parts by mass of the non-tobacco material.

  In the packing for an aroma cartridge according to an eighth aspect of the present invention, in the sixth or seventh aspect, the polysaccharide may be glucomannan.

  In the packing for an aroma cartridge according to the ninth aspect of the present invention, in any one of the sixth to eighth aspects, the cellulose is selected from the group consisting of sodium salt, potassium salt and calcium salt of carboxymethylcellulose. May be contained.

  The filler for a fragrance cartridge according to the tenth aspect of the present invention may be such that in any one of the first to ninth aspects, the shape thereof is 54 mm or less in length.

  The filler for an aroma cartridge according to an eleventh aspect of the present invention is the filler according to any one of the first to tenth aspects, wherein the non-tobacco material is contained in an amount of 30 to 90% by mass, and the non-tobacco material is 0.12 g. And the aerosol former may include 0.02 g or more.

  The aerosol-forming base material for an aroma cartridge according to the twelfth aspect of the present invention may have the filler for an aroma cartridge according to any one of the first to eleventh aspects.

  A fragrance cartridge according to a thirteenth aspect of the present invention may have the aerosol-forming base material for the fragrance cartridge of the twelfth aspect at one end and a mouthpiece or a mouthpiece region at the other end.

  The fragrance cartridge according to a fourteenth aspect of the present invention is the fragrance cartridge according to the thirteenth aspect, wherein the aerosol is disposed between the aerosol-forming substrate and the mouthpiece or the mouthpiece region, and aerosol generated by the aerosol-forming substrate is provided. It has a cooling area for cooling, and the longitudinal direction of the fragrance cartridge filling is parallel to the longitudinal direction of the fragrance cartridge.

  The fragrance cartridge according to a fifteenth aspect of the present invention is the fragrance cartridge according to the thirteenth or fourteenth aspect, further comprising a filter member having a hole on a surface between the cooling area and the mouthpiece or the mouthpiece area. Is also good.

  According to one aspect of the present invention, in addition to the fragrance and taste of the filler, in the filler for an aroma cartridge that can enjoy the refreshing feeling of menthol, the flavor of menthol is maintained even after long-term storage. Is provided.

  Further, according to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a means for preventing a filler from dropping or falling from a fragrance cartridge before and after use during handling by a user.

  Further, according to still another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a filler for an aroma cartridge, which has excellent moldability and can enjoy the natural aroma and taste of the filler, and an aerosol-forming substrate for an aroma cartridge having the same. Is done.

  Further, according to still another aspect of the present invention, there is provided an aroma cartridge capable of enjoying a high-quality, natural aroma and taste of a non-tobacco material.

It is a figure showing an example of the mode of use of a fragrance cartridge. It is a figure showing an example of the structure of a fragrance cartridge. It is a figure which shows an example of the aerosol formation base material which has a filler for aroma cartridges. It is a figure showing an example of a manufacturing method of a fragrance cartridge. It is a figure showing a modification of a fragrance cartridge. It is a figure showing other forms of use of a fragrance cartridge. It is a figure showing another example of the structure of a fragrance cartridge. It is a flow [connection] figure showing a process [means] of a manufacturing method [apparatus] of a non-tobacco material composition and a packing for aroma cartridges. It is a figure which shows an example of an aerosol formation base material and a filler for aroma cartridges. It is a figure which shows another example of a structure of a fragrance cartridge. It is a schematic sectional view showing the use form of a fragrance cartridge. It is a schematic perspective view which shows the fragrance cartridge by a 1st modification. It is a schematic perspective view which shows the fragrance cartridge by a 2nd modification. It is a schematic perspective view which shows the fragrance cartridge by a 3rd modification. It is a schematic perspective view showing a fragrance cartridge by a 4th modification. It is a schematic perspective view which shows the fragrance cartridge by a 5th modification. It is a schematic perspective view showing other manufacturing methods of a fragrance cartridge. It is a figure explaining the strength test of a sheet.

  Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In the following, the range necessary for the description for achieving the object of the present invention is schematically shown, and the range necessary for the description of the relevant part of the present invention will be mainly described. It shall be based on a known technique. In the description of the drawings, the same elements will be denoted by the same reference symbols, without redundant description. Further, the dimensional ratios in the drawings are exaggerated for the sake of explanation, and may differ from the actual ratios.

  FIG. 8 is a flow [connection] diagram showing steps [means] of a method [apparatus] for producing a non-tobacco material composition and a filler for aroma cartridges according to an embodiment of the present invention. In the following, a description will be given mainly along a manufacturing method including each step. However, it is apparent that there is a manufacturing apparatus that can execute the manufacturing method as a whole by including a unit for performing each step. . For this reason, the description of the manufacturing method and the manufacturing apparatus will be described at the same time (overlapping) as “step [means]” and “method [apparatus]” without overlapping. Further, the production method [apparatus] described below is a preferred example, and the production method [apparatus] of the non-tobacco material composition and the filler for an aroma cartridge according to the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments. .

  This production method [apparatus] includes a drying / crushing step [means] (A) for drying / crushing a non-tobacco material or the like that is a source of aroma to obtain a dry and crushed product. If the raw material can be used as it is, such a step [means] can be omitted. In addition, other materials for producing the non-tobacco material composition and the filling for the aroma cartridge have a preparation step (means) (B) for performing pretreatment, weighing, and the like, as necessary.

  After passing through the drying / crushing step [means] (A) and the preparation step [means] (B), these materials are mixed under predetermined conditions in a mixing step [means] (M), and the mixture for the fragrance cartridge is filled. Becomes

  The filler for the fragrance cartridge can be formed into a desired shape through a filler molding step [means] (F). The filler for the fragrance cartridge having a desired shape is subjected to the fragrance cartridge manufacturing process (means) (G) to become a fragrance cartridge.

  Hereinafter, the respective steps [means] of the method for manufacturing a non-tobacco material composition [apparatus], the method for manufacturing a filler for an aroma cartridge [apparatus], and the method for manufacturing an aroma cartridge [apparatus] will be described. The details of the non-tobacco material used as a raw material will be described later.

  First, the drying and pulverizing step (means) (A) is for converting a used portion of a non-tobacco material as a raw material (eg, leaves, seeds, dried fruits, stems, bark, roots, etc.) into a non-tobacco material composition. Process into the desired pulverized material. At this time, it is also preferable to adjust the amount of water to be convenient for absorbing or supporting the aerosol former, water, and other components to be added later.

  Note that the drying temperature is preferably from 60 ° C to 80 ° C. Within this range, it becomes easier to reach a desired water content while avoiding the required flavor components from being dissipated. Further, when the temperature is 65 ° C. or higher, it becomes easier to reach a desired moisture content, and when the temperature is 75 ° C. or lower, the required flavor components can be further prevented from being dissipated.

  The moisture content of the dried and pulverized product after drying and pulverization is preferably 5% by mass or less. This facilitates the formation of a slurry in the subsequent step [means]. More preferably, the water content is 3% by mass or less. In addition, it is preferable that the water content is 0.1% by mass or more, because it can maintain a state of being compatible with water and the like.

  Further, the drying / pulverizing step [means] (A) may include a sieving step [means] for sieving the dried and pulverized material, whereby the non-tobacco material composition or the like is mixed to a desired particle size. [Means] (M).

  In the preparation step [means] (B), necessary materials are prepared and weighed in preparing the non-tobacco material composition and the filling for the aroma cartridge. The preparation step [means] includes a step [means] (B1), a step [means] (B2) and a step [means] (C). Step [means] (B1) is a step [means] for preparing celluloses (first binder) used as needed, and is an optional step [means]. Step [means] (B2) is a step [means] for preparing a polysaccharide (second binder) prior to a second mixing step (M2) described below. Step [means] (C) is a step [means] of preparing an aerosol former. In addition to these, the step [Means] (E) is a step [Means] of preparing a flavor additive, a preservative, and the like used as necessary in producing the non-tobacco material composition, and is an optional step. [Means].

  The mixing step [means] (M) includes a first mixing step [means] (M1), a curing step [means] (Y), and a second mixing step [means] (M2). In the first mixing step [means] (M1), the drying / crushing step [means] (A), step [means] (B1), step [means] (C) and step [means] (E) are performed. The prepared materials are mixed to obtain a first mixture. The first mixture is cured in the curing step [means] (Y), and in the second mixing step [means] (M2), a polysaccharide (second binder) is added to the first mixture and mixed. Then, a second mixture (a non-tobacco material composition) is obtained. In the second mixing step [means] (M2), a flavor additive, a preservative, and the like may be added in addition to the polysaccharide (the second binder).

  The second mixture (non-tobacco material composition) can be formed into a desired shape through a filling molding step (F), and supplied to the fragrance cartridge manufacturing step [means] (G) as a fragrance cartridge filling. Then, it becomes a fragrance cartridge. In the description, the steps [means] described in a plurality of divided steps [means] may be performed simultaneously or in parallel as necessary. For example, in the above description, a mode is shown in which the materials prepared in the step [means] (B1) and the step [means] (C) are preliminarily mixed before the first mixing step [means] (M1). The materials prepared in the step [means] (A), the step [means] (B1), the step [means] (C), and the step [means] (E) are not limited to the above, and the first mixture is performed. You may mix simultaneously in a process (M1).

  The packing for an aroma cartridge according to the present invention includes an aerosol former. Aerosol formers include glycerin, propylene glycol, sorbitol, triethylene glycol, lactic acid, diacetin (glycerin diacetate), triacetin (glycerin triacetate), triethylene glycol diacetate, triethyl citrate, isopropyl myristate, stearin Methyl acid, dimethyl dodecandionate, dimethyl tetradecandandionate and the like can be used, and glycerin and propylene glycol are particularly preferably used. These aerosol formers can be used alone or in combination of two or more.

  The content of the aerosol former in the filling for the fragrance cartridge is preferably 1% by mass to 80% by mass, and more preferably 10% by mass to 40% by mass, based on the total amount of the filling for the fragrance cartridge. Is more preferable, and most preferably 20% by mass or more and 35% by mass or less.

  The content of the aerosol former in the filler for the aroma cartridge is preferably 30 parts by mass or more and 100 parts by mass or less, and more preferably 50 parts by mass or more and 80 parts by mass or less with respect to 100 parts by mass of the non-tobacco material. Is particularly preferred.

  Further, a flavor additive for adding a flavor as needed is preferably used. Flavor additives include seaweed, cocoa, coffee and tea extracts, xylitol and the like. If necessary, a preservative for food, for example, sorbic acid, potassium sorbate, benzoic acid, sodium benzoate and the like may be added. These components can be used alone or in combination of two or more.

  In one embodiment of the present invention, the filling for the aroma cartridge includes microcrystalline cellulose.

  The microcrystalline cellulose is obtained, for example, by partially depolymerizing α-cellulose obtained from fibrous plant pulp with an acid, removing a soluble portion, and appropriately crystallizing an insoluble portion. And celluloses used as a binder or a thickener described below.

  After various studies, the following has been found for the packing for the aroma cartridge containing the non-tobacco material, the aerosol former, and the microcrystalline cellulose. That is, when the packing for the fragrance cartridge is kept under dry conditions, even when the packing for the fragrance cartridge loses water, the microcrystals of cellulose maintain the structure of the packing for the fragrance cartridge, and the volume of the packing for shrinkage is reduced. It was found that the structural change was suppressed. It is considered that such an effect is obtained by using microcrystalline cellulose.

  In one embodiment of the present invention, microcrystalline cellulose is weighed in a preparation step [means] (B), and then subjected to a mixing step [means] (M). The microcrystalline cellulose may be in the form of a powder, or may be dispersed in a solvent such as water and provided as a suspension to the mixing step (means) (M). In this case, the dispersion of the microcrystalline cellulose in the solvent can be performed using a high-speed stirrer, a high-pressure homogenizer, or the like.

  The content of microcrystalline cellulose in the packing for the aroma cartridge is preferably 1% by mass to 15% by mass, and more preferably 3% by mass to 12% by mass, based on the total amount of the filling for the aroma cartridge. More preferably, the content is 5% by mass or more and 10% by mass or less.

  The addition of microcrystalline cellulose has the effect of improving the moldability of the filler for the fragrance cartridge, and improving the workability when kneading the components with a roll mill, and in particular, suppressing the shrinkage and changing the volume of the filler for the fragrance cartridge. It is effective in suppressing Therefore, the addition of microcrystalline cellulose is also effective from the viewpoint of quality control of the fragrance cartridge and homogenization of feeling of use.

  The average particle size of the microcrystalline cellulose used in the present invention is preferably 30 μm or more and 200 μm or less, more preferably 50 μm or more and 150 μm or less, and even more preferably 70 μm or more and 120 μm or less. When the average particle diameter of the microcrystalline cellulose is 30 μm or more, the effect of suppressing the shrinkage of the filler for aroma cartridge is excellent, and when it is 200 μm or less, in addition to the effect of suppressing the shrinkage of the filler for the aroma cartridge, The moldability of the cartridge filling can be improved.

  The average particle size of the microcrystalline cellulose is determined by a sieving method. The average particle diameter can be obtained by the method described in JIS K 0069: 1992. The average particle diameter refers to a diameter equivalent to 50% of the mass obtained by, for example, integrating the mass of the test results from a plurality of sieves, starting from the one with the larger opening.

  Further, the amount of microcrystalline cellulose is preferably 8% by mass or less based on the total amount of microcrystalline cellulose, and the amount of on-screen residue having an aperture of 250 μm is preferably not more than 8% by mass. It is preferably at least 45% by mass based on the total amount.

  When the residue on the sieve having an opening of 250 μm is 8% by mass or less, the microcrystalline cellulose is more likely to exert the effect of suppressing shrinkage of the packing for the aroma cartridge. When the residue on the sieve having an opening of 75 μm is 45% by mass or more, the effect of improving the moldability of the filler for the aroma cartridge is more easily exhibited.

  The mass average molecular weight (Mw) of the microcrystalline cellulose is preferably 10,000 or more and 200,000 or less. When it is 10,000 or more, the effect of suppressing the shrinkage of the filler for the aroma cartridge is excellent, and when it is 200,000 or less, the effect of improving the moldability is further improved in addition to the effect of suppressing the shrinkage. Can be. The mass average molecular weight is more preferably from 20,000 to 60,000.

  The molecular weight of cellulose can be measured by gel permeation chromatography (GPC). For example, a measuring method as described in JP-A-6-109715 is adopted, and polyethylene glycol or the like is appropriately used as a standard sample.

  In one embodiment of the present invention, the packing for the aroma cartridge includes menthol and polyvinylpolypyrrolidone (a water-insoluble crosslinked polymer).

  When menthol and polyvinyl polypyrrolidone are contained, menthol, lower alcohol and polyvinyl polypyrrolidone (water-insoluble crosslinked polymer) are weighed in the preparation step (means) (B), and then the weighed menthol, lower alcohol and polyvinyl Polypyrrolidone is mixed to obtain a menthol solution, in which menthol, a lower alcohol and polyvinylpolypyrrolidone are mixed and dissolved. Preferably, menthol is dissolved in a lower alcohol, and then polyvinylpolypyrrolidone is added and mixed.

  Here, menthol is not limited to those obtained from natural products, but may be synthetic products. Moreover, you may use what contains menthol, such as light load, mint, mint oil, and the like. Lower alcohol is a solvent that dissolves menthol, and ethyl alcohol is particularly preferably used.

  In the present invention, the water-insoluble crosslinked polymer is intended to be a polymer in which a non-crosslinked polymer that is soluble in water undergoes crosslinking and becomes insoluble in water and swells. Of course, the water-insoluble crosslinked polymer preferably swells without dissolving in the lower alcohol, and such a polymer is selected and used in the present invention. A water-insoluble cross-linked polymer such as polyvinylpolypyrrolidone has a hydrophilic portion and a hydrophobic portion, and the hydrophilic portion contributes to swelling, and the hydrophilic portion is oriented to menthol to exert the effect of the present invention. It is considered to be effective.

  In one embodiment of the packing for an aroma cartridge of the present invention, it is preferable to use polyvinyl polypyrrolidone, which is a crosslinked product of polyvinylpyrrolidone, as the water-insoluble crosslinked polymer. As long as it contains polyvinylpolypyrrolidone, the filler for an aroma cartridge of the present invention may contain a water-insoluble crosslinked polymer other than polyvinylpolypyrrolidone as the water-insoluble crosslinked polymer. As other water-insoluble crosslinked polymers, there may be mentioned crosslinked polysaccharides which are made water-insoluble by crosslinking water-soluble polysaccharides. Examples of the cross-linked polysaccharide include those obtained by subjecting the polysaccharide to epoxy cross-linking, ester cross-linking, and ether cross-linking.

  In another preferred embodiment of the packing for the aroma cartridge, the above-mentioned other water-insoluble crosslinked polymer can be used instead of polyvinyl polypyrrolidone. Examples of the other water-insoluble cross-linked polymers include cross-linked polysaccharides obtained by cross-linking a water-soluble polysaccharide to make it water-insoluble. Examples of the cross-linked polysaccharide include those obtained by subjecting the polysaccharide to epoxy cross-linking, ester cross-linking, and ether cross-linking.

  The content of menthol is sufficient if the desired amount of flavor is added. In order to flavor menthol, it is a standard that the content of menthol in the filling for the aroma cartridge is 0.1% by mass or more and 10% by mass or less based on the total amount of the filling for the aroma cartridge. . Another standard is that the content is preferably 0.2% by mass or more and 5% by mass or less.

  In the filler for an aroma cartridge, the content of polyvinyl polypyrrolidone is 50 parts by mass or more and 600 parts by mass or less based on 100 parts by mass of menthol. In other words, the content of polyvinylpolypyrrolidone is 0.5 times or more and 6 times or less with respect to the content of menthol.

  In another embodiment of the present invention, the content of polyvinyl polypyrrolidone (water-insoluble crosslinked polymer) in the filler for an aroma cartridge is 10 parts by mass or more and 2000 parts by mass or less based on 100 parts by mass of menthol. In other words, the content of polyvinylpolypyrrolidone (water-insoluble crosslinked polymer) is 0.1 times or more and 20 times or less with respect to the content of menthol.

  In order to achieve the effects of the present invention, the content of polyvinylpolypyrrolidone in the packing for aroma cartridges is preferably 2% by mass or more based on the total amount of the packing for aroma cartridges, and is preferably 4% by mass or more. Is more preferable. By being contained in such an amount, the effects of the present invention can be more exhibited with respect to long-term storage stability. The content of the polyvinyl polypyrrolidone in the packing for the aroma cartridge is within a range not exceeding 10% by mass (10% by mass or less). When the content is 10% by mass or less, the flavor derived from non-tobacco-derived polyphenols and the like can be maintained.

  The amount of the lower alcohol used is preferably 50 parts by mass or more based on 100 parts by mass of menthol. Further, when the lower alcohol is used in an amount of 100 parts by mass or more, it is possible to obtain an effect that polyvinyl polypyrrolidone can be sufficiently mixed while menthol is dissolved. Further, when the amount of the lower alcohol used is 2000 parts by mass or less, the residual of the lower alcohol can be reduced in the subsequent step [means], so that an efficient production step [means] can be achieved.

  In one embodiment of the present invention, the packing for the aroma cartridge preferably contains a polysaccharide. As the polysaccharide, it is particularly preferable to use a water-soluble one, a water-swellable one or a gelled one, and it is possible to contribute to moldability by using such one.

  Examples of the polysaccharide contained in the filler for an aroma cartridge according to the present invention include konjac mannan (glucomannan), guar gum, pectin, carrageenan, locust bean gum, and agar. In addition, these polysaccharides can be used alone or in combination of two or more. In particular, from the viewpoint of improving moldability, it is preferable to use konjac mannan (glucomannan) as the polysaccharide.

  As one embodiment of the present invention, it is preferable to further add celluloses (first binder) to the packing for an aroma cartridge containing the polysaccharide. The cellulose to be contained in the filler for an aroma cartridge according to the present invention includes cellulose, cellulose derivatives and metal salts thereof. As the celluloses, those which are particularly water-soluble are preferably used in order to bind (bond) the non-tobacco material.

  Examples of the celluloses used in the present invention include methylcellulose, ethylcellulose, carboxymethylcellulose, carboxyethylcellulose, hydroxymethylcellulose, hydroxyethylcellulose, and hydroxypropylcellulose, and metal salts such as sodium salt, potassium salt, and calcium salt thereof. Can be. In addition, these celluloses can be used alone or in combination of two or more. In particular, it is preferable to use a metal salt of cellulose, and among them, it is more preferable to use at least one selected from the group consisting of sodium salt, potassium salt, and calcium salt of carboxymethylcellulose. It is particularly preferred to use.

  The content of the cellulose in the filler for the aroma cartridge is preferably 1 part by mass or more and 30 parts by mass or less, more preferably 2 parts by mass or more and 20 parts by mass or less based on 100 parts by mass of the non-tobacco material. It is more preferably from 5 parts by mass to 20 parts by mass, and particularly preferably from 10 parts by mass to 20 parts by mass.

  When cellulose is contained in the filling for the aroma cartridge, it is prepared as a step [means] (E) shown in FIG. In this step (means) (E), components other than the celluloses may be further prepared as another first binder. Examples of the first binder other than celluloses include konjac mannan (glucomannan), guar gum, pectin, carrageenan, tamarin seed gum, gum arabic, soybean polysaccharide, locust bean gum, karaya gum, xanthan gum, and agar. In addition, these components can be used alone or in combination of two or more.

  Next, a non-tobacco material as a raw material will be described. The non-tobacco material that can be used in the present embodiment is not particularly limited as long as it is a plant other than tobacco. Examples of the site where the plant is used include roots (including bulbs (bulbs), tubers (potatoes), bulbs, etc.), stems, tubers, bark (including stem bark, bark, etc.), leaves, flowers (petals, petals, Various parts such as pistil and stamen), tree trunks and branches can be used.

  As bulbs, onion, amaryllidaceae, tulip, hyacinth, garlic, rakkyo, lily, etc., as corms, crocus, gladiolus, freesia, iris, taro, konjac, etc., as tubers, cyclamen, anemones, begonias, begonia, chorogi, potatoes, Apios, etc., rhizomes, such as canna, lotus, lotus root, ginger, etc., tubers, such as dahlia, sweet potato, cassava, kikuimo, etc., and rhizomes, such as yamanoimo (Yamanoimo, natural potato, yam etc.) Yam) and others, such as turnip, burdock, carrot, radish, kudzu, and the like. Examples of the stem include konjac, asparagus, bamboo shoot, udo, radish, yacon and the like.

  The above-mentioned potatoes and the plants listed below contain carbohydrates and are preferably used as at least a part of the filling material for the aroma cartridge. For example, starches include corn starch (corn), potato starch (potato), potato starch (sweet potato), tapioca starch (tapioca), and the like, and there are examples of use as thickeners and stabilizers. These starches improve acid resistance, heat resistance, and shear resistance by crosslinking, improve storage stability by esterification and etherification, promote gelatinization, improve transparency by oxidation, improve film formability, and improve storage stability. It is possible to improve the performance.

  Tamarind seed gum, guar gum, locust bean gum, etc. from plant seeds, gum arabic, karaya gum, etc. from sap, pectin from fruits, and konjac mannan (glucomannan) containing cellulose and agarose as main components from other plants And soybean polysaccharides and the like, and can be used as a non-tobacco material. Further, modified products such as cationized guar gum can also be used.

  From seaweed, carrageenan, agar, alginic acid, and the like classified into three types, kappa carrageenan, iota carrageenan, and lambda carrageenan, can be obtained and used as a non-tobacco material. Salts such as carrageenan metal salts and sodium alginate can also be used.

  Plants that are used as herbs and spices can also be used, and specific examples include glutinous berries, kubi mandarin leaves, ginger, wormwood, wasabi, ajowanseed, anise, alfalfa, echinacea, shallots, estragon, and everlasting flowers. , Elder, allspice, oris root, oregano, orange peel, orange flower, orange leaf, cayenne chili pepper (cayenne chili pepper), chamomile german, chamomile roman, cardamom, curry leaf, garlic (garlic), catnip, caraway, Caraway seed, primrose, cumin, cumin seed, clove, green cardamom, green pepper, cornflower, saffron, cedar, cinnamon, jasmine Juniper berry, Jorokia, ginger, star anise, spearmint, smack, sage, severo (savory), celery, celery seed, turmeric (turmeric), thyme, tamarind, tarragon, cherville (selfie), chives, dill, di Lucido, tomato (dried tomato), tonka beans, dry pakchi, nutmeg, hibiscus, habanero, jalapeno, bird's eye, basil, vanilla, pakchi (coriander), parsley, paprika, hyssop, pimentos des pellet, pink pepper, fenugreek seed, Fennel, brown mustard, black cardamom, black cumin, black pepper, vetiver, penny royal, peppermint (mint), horseradish, white pepper Par, White Mustard, Poppy Seed, Boletus, Marjoram, Mustard Seed, Maniget, Marigold, Malva Flower, Mace, Yarrow Flower, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Licorice, Linden, Red Clover, Red Pepper, Lemon Grass, Lemon Verbena, Lemon Balm, Lemon peel, rose (rose), rose bads (purple), rose hip, rose petal, rosemary, rose red, laurel (laurier), long pepper, sesame (raw sesame, roasted sesame), golden pepper, pepper (Hoajao), Examples include Mitaka, Sansho, Chili, and Yuzu. Also, a mixture of various plants used as mixed spices (for example, five flavor powder, garam masala, ras el hanuto, bari gur, chicken curry masala, tandoori masala, cattle epis, erb de provence) and potpourri can be used.

  Also, for example, edible fruits such as peach, blueberry, lemon, orange, apple, banana, pineapple, mango, grape, kumquat, melon, plum, almond, cacao, coffee beans, peanut, sunflower, olive, walnut, and other nuts (Pulp portion) and seeds can be used.

  Further, plants that are used as raw materials for the following teas can also be used. Specific examples thereof include tea tree, ashitaba, amacha, aloe, ginkgo, turmeric, vladinki, elephant tree, psyllium, oyster, persimmon, chamomile, chamomile, Kawahara Sadaaki, karin, chrysanthemum, gymnema, guava, wolfberry, mulberry, black beans, Gennoshoko, brown rice, burdock, fin-crop, kelp, cherry, saffron, shiitake mushroom, perilla, jasmine, ginger, cedar, sekisho, assemblage, buckwheat, taro tree, dandelion, dokudami, morinaka, natamame, elderberry, moss Pine, mate, wheat, Meguslinoki, mugwort, eucalyptus, arhat, rooibos, bitter gourd and the like.

  Teas can also be used. In teas, not only the plants that make tea are different, but even the same plant becomes different teas depending on the processing method. Specifically, for example, Japanese tea, black tea, Asuka tea, sweet tea, achachal tea, aloe tea, ginkgo leaf tea, oolong tea, turmeric tea, urajirogashi tea, eleuthero tea, plantain tea, oyster tea, persimmon leaf tea, Chamomile tea, chamomile tea, Kawahara Seimei tea, karin tea, chrysanthemum tea, gymnema tea, guava tea, wolfberry tea, mulberry leaf tea, black bean tea, gennoshoco tea, brown rice tea, burdock tea, comfrey tea, kelp tea, Sakura tea, saffron tea, shiitake tea, shiso tea, jasmine tea, ginger tea, sugi tea, sekisho tea, assembly tea, buckwheat tea, taranoki tea, dandelion tea, toncha, dokudami tea, duchu tea, natame tea, elderberry tea, Mouse mochi tea, adlay tea, hub tea, loquat leaf tea, puer tea, safflower tea, matsuba tea, mate tea, barley tea, Megusulinoki tea, mugwort tea, eucalyptus tea, arhat tea, rooibo Tea, and the like bitter gourd tea. As for these teas, tea husks after drinking may be used. If tea husks are used, expensive teas can be reused and effectively used.

  Kelp was mentioned as a specific example of the plant that can be used in the above, but Aosa, Aonori, Akamoku, Asakusanori, Alame, Iwanori (rock laver), Egonori, Ogonori, Gagome kelp, Kajime, Ganashi, Kubireta, Krome, Kombu, Susabinori, Naturally, Dulse, Chisima macronori, Tsuruarame, Tengusa, Trolocomb, Necosicum genus, Nori (seaweed), Habanori, Hijiki, Himeugusa, Hirome, Funori, Bow-a-nori, Macomb, Mekabu, Mozuku, Wakame can also be used.

  Brown rice is mentioned as a specific example of a plant that can be used in the above. Indica (Indian, continental, long grain), Gravelima (African rice), Sativa (Asia rice), Javanica (Java, tropical islands) Other varieties of rice such as Japonica (Japanese type, temperate island type, short grain type), NERICA (interspecific hybrid between Asian rice and African rice) can also be used naturally, as flour or bran. Can also be used.

  Wheat is mentioned as a specific example of the plant that can be used in the above. Millet, oats (cultivated varieties of oats, both oats), barley (barley), oats, millet, kodora (cord-nbie), wheat (wheat), Silk millet, teff, pearl millet, naked barley (varieties of barley), barley (which is not a seed, but a fruit), barley, fonio, makomo, barley (barley barley variety), sorghum (pterocarpus, kouryan, sorghum), corn (rye) Rye) and other wheats can of course be used.

  As specific examples of the plants that can be used in the above, black beans are mentioned, but red bean, carob, kidney bean, peas, pigeonpea, cluster bean, graspea (English: Lathyrus sativus), beetle adzuki, cowpea, stag bean, zeocarpa bean, broad bean, soybean, soybean , Bean bean, tamarind, tepali bean, bean, bean sprouts (Mucuna pruriens), bambara bean, chickpea, pharma bean, safflower bean, horse gram (British: Macrotyloma uniflorum, moss bean, melby, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, maize bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lime bean, lichen bean, lichen bean, lichen bean, lichen bean, lichen bean, lichen bean, lichen bean) Naturally, other cereals (legume seeds) can be used.

  Although buckwheat is mentioned as a specific example of the plant that can be used in the above, other plants such as amaranth (amaranth, senninkoku), quinoa, and buckwheat can also be used.

  Although shiitake was mentioned as a specific example of a plant that can be used in the above, other mushrooms such as matsutake, shiitake, hatstake, shimeji, shouro, mushroom, and agaric can also be used.

  In addition, the trunks and branches of aromatic trees such as sugar cane (which may be molasses of molasses), sugar beet, hinoki, pine, cedar, hiba, camellia, sandalwood, and the like, bark, leaves, roots and the like can also be used. Ferns, mosses and the like can also be used as non-tobacco materials. As a plant, for example, by-products and pomace (sake lees, grape pomace (consisting of grape skins, seeds, fruit axes, etc.)) used in the production of fermented sake such as sake and wine can also be used. Further, the various plants described above may be used in combination. Of course, plants other than those listed here can also be used.

  Furthermore, those known as Chinese herbal medicines are also used. Specific examples thereof include, for example, blue-green algae (isou), akanekon (akanekon), akame-kashi (akamegashiwa), asenyaku (asenyaku), benzoin (anso-kuko), meisen-sen (ireisen), inchin-ko (inchinko), Fennel, turmeric, turmeric, crow, yaku, urajirogashi, uwaurushi, fruit (agetsu), engosaku, enmeisaku, and oki , Huang Jin (Ougon), Huangsei (Ousei), Huangkashi (Owaku), Oren (Ohren), Cherry bark (Ouhi), Brother cutting (Otogirisou), Toshi (Onji), Sophora (Kaika), Sekihaku (Gaihaku), Summer hay (Kagosou), Miko (Oak), Koushu (Kashu), Shajijutsu (Gajitsu), Huoka (Cuckoo), Kakkon (Kakkon), Chamomile, Ururone (Caro) ), Urinji (caronine), ginger (kankyo), licorice (kanzo), winter flowers (kantouka), mauve (gayouyou), bellflower (kikyo), kikozi (kigushi), kikoku (kikoku), kikomi (Kizitsu), Chrysanthemum flower (Kikuka), Tachibana skin (Kippi), Kangyou (Kyoukatsu), Almond jelly (Kyounin), Kumquat (Kumquat), Gold and silver flower (Kinginka), Kinenso (Kinsensou), Kikoshiko (Kukoshi), Kokugi leaf (Kukuyo), Tokujin (Kujin), Walnut (Walnut), Tokubari (Klempi), Black letters (Kuromoji), Kumuku (Kubaku), Ikugaku (Kaygai), Keiseki (Keihi), Keiko (Ketsumeishi), Kenkyushi (Kengoshi) ), Gensin (Genjin), Glue candy (Koi), Safflower (Kouka), Synthetic leather (Gourkampi), Fragrance (Kouko), Koko (Koshi), Koden (Kouju), Red ginseng (Koujin), Incense Bushi (Ko) (Shi), non-glutinous rice (Koubei), Koboku (Kouboku), straw (Kouhon), Gokahi (Gokahi), beef knee (Goshitsu), Goshuyu (Goshuyu), Tiger stick root (Gojokon), Burdock (goboushi) , Gomiko (Gomishi), Saiko (Psycho), Spicy (Saishin), Saffron, Yamakiko (Sankirai), Yamashiko (Sanashi), Sanshishi (Sanshishi), Sanshuyu, Sanzukon, Sanjukon Sansou Nin, Sansho, Sanryo, Sanyaku, Sanyaku, Jio, Zion, Zinkop, Zikkopi, Shikon, Shiso, Shiso Leaf (Shiyouyou), Shirayishi (Siturishi), Persimmon (City), Jinshi (Gifushi), Peony (Shakuyaku), Snakebed (Jashoushi), Shajin (Shajin), Shazenshi, Shazenshi (Chaze Ginseng, ginger (shokyo), ginger (shokyo), palm fruits (shlogitsu), palm leaves (shouyou), shouma (shouma), wheat (shobak), iris root (shobukon) , Shin Yi, Jyo Teishi, Qinhide (Shinpi), Koji (Shinkiku), Gingyo (Jingyo), Juulushi, Shokomoku, Blue skin (Sehi), Ishiiri (Sekishoukon), gemstone bark (Sekiryujitsuhi), Ishimo (seckkoku), Kawakyu (Senkyu), Maehu (Zenko), River bone (Senkotsu), swirling flower (Sempukuka), bone-joined tree (Sekokutsuboku), grass (Soka), Saku horn (Sokakushi), mulberry parasitism (Sokisei), Aotsuko (Sojishi), Aoju (Soujutsu), lateral Kashiwa (Sokuhakuyou), intermittent (Zokudan), Mulberry white bark (Sohaku) ), Sugi (Soboku), Soyo (Soyou), Soybean pod (Sokyo), Rhubarb (Daio), Daijutsu (Tisou), Large abdominal skin (Daifukuhi), Sakura (Takusha), Danjin (Tangjin), Takenyo (Chikujo), bamboo ginseng (Chikusetsu carrot), bamboo leaves (Chikuyou), Chimo (chimo), Jiyu (Chiyu), cinch (Chowge), Chotou Hook (Chou Tokou), Chen skin (Chinpi), Tennan star ( Tennansha), Tenma (Tenma), Tianmen winter (Tenmonto), Toukyu (Tougashi), Toki (Touki), Karako (Tougoma), Party party (Toujin), Lantern grass (Toushinso), Tojin (Tonin), Orange peel (spruce), rabbit thread (toshishi), tochimi (tochinomi), tochu (tochu), independence (dokkatsu), tofu root (dokakon), meat obedience (nikujuyo), nikuzuku, ninto (nindou), carrot (carrot , Shellfish (bimo), malt (bakuga), Kashiwashi jin (hakushinin), white flat bean (hakuhenzu), barley winter (bakakumonto), frosted paper (hakoshi), light load (mint), banka (banca), half Summer (Hange), Anti-nose (Hanbi), Indigo root (Banlancon), Hanshiren (Hansilen), Yuri root (Yurine), Shiratan (Jyakushi), White flower snake tongue grass (Zyakkajazetsusou), Hundred root ( Hyakubukon, Baijujutsu, Betel nut, Bowie, Chikon (Bowcon), Windbreak (Boufu), Kanoh (Houoh), Eikone Gabon (Hoeikon), Peony (Bontampi), Mao ( Ephedra, mashinin, mashinin, mandarin, rosin (Matsuyani), Kodori (Mokutsu), Gourd (Mokka), Moko (Mokku), Myrrh (Motyaku), Pirate (Mokuzoku), Sun dried ( Yakan) , Yasuchi (Yakuchi), Yokoto (Yakoto), Arkanka (Lankan), Orchid (Ranso), Longan meat (Ryugannik), Ryutan (Ryutan), Ryogyo (Ryokyo), Reishi, Reishi Forsythia, Rensenso, lotus (Rennik), Ashine (Rokkon) and the like.

  Further, the above-mentioned non-tobacco extract, a so-called extract, can also be used. Examples of the form of the extract include liquid, syrup-like, powder, granule, and solution.

  The above non-tobacco materials can be used alone or in combination of two or more. Further, among the non-tobacco materials of the suki, those which do not require drying and pulverization can be directly subjected to the mixing step [means] (M).

  Next, the mixing step (means) (M) will be described. As described above, the mixing step [means] (M) includes the first mixing step [means] (M1), the curing step [means] (Y), and the second mixing step [means] (M2).

  The non-tobacco material as a raw material is subjected to the drying / crushing step [means] (A) and the preparation step [means] (B), or is directly supplied to the mixing step [means] (M).

  In the mixing step [Means] (M), a non-tobacco material, an aerosol former, and if necessary, microcrystalline cellulose, menthol, polyvinyl polypyrrolidone (a water-insoluble cross-linked polymer), water and the like are added and mixed. Thus, a filler for an aroma cartridge can be obtained.

  When a polysaccharide and a cellulose are contained in the packing for the aroma cartridge, first, in the step [means] (B1) shown in FIG. 8, celluloses (first binder) used as necessary are prepared. Then, after mixing in the first mixing step [means] (M1) to obtain a first mixture, in step [means] (B2), a polysaccharide (second binder) is prepared, It is preferable to add a polysaccharide as the second binder in the mixing step (M2) of No. 2. Further, after obtaining the first mixture, before adding the polysaccharide, a curing step [means] (Y) for holding (curing) the first mixture at a predetermined temperature for a predetermined time may be added. More preferred.

  If the solution viscosity of the cellulose (first binder) is 300 mPa · s or more, it is easy to mix with the non-tobacco material, and thus it is preferable. Further, it is preferable that the cellulose (first binder) has a solution viscosity of 5,000 mPa · s or more because it is suitable for binding (binding) a non-tobacco material. On the other hand, when the solution viscosity of the celluloses (first binder) is 50,000 mPa · s or less, when used together with the polysaccharide (second binder), the binding (bonding) of the non-tobacco material is reduced. This is preferable because the degree of strength can be easily adjusted.

  In the present specification, the “solution viscosity” is measured using a Brookfield viscometer, and a 1% by mass aqueous solution of the component is prepared, and in an environment of 25 ° C., 10 to 30 rpm (0.17 to 0.1 rpm). 0.5s-1) is a measured value when the displayed value is stabilized after the rotation of the rotor is started.

  In the second mixing step [means] (M2), an ordinary mixer can be used. For example, a mixer that mixes the materials in the mixing tank with a stirring blade while applying a shearing force is preferably used. It is also possible to knead using a roll mill, a kneader, an extruder or the like to further enhance the mixing. In this case, it is preferable to control the mixing temperature to be maintained at 40 ° C. or lower, more preferably 30 ° C. or lower, and even more preferably about 25 ° C. If excessive heat is applied during mixing, the flavor may be dissipated. It is also preferable to control the temperature by passing cooling water through the mixing tank.

  The flavor of the non-tobacco material is improved when the aroma cartridge filler produced through the curing step (means) (Y) is attached to the smoking article body and smoked. In particular, when tea is used as the non-tobacco material, the effect is remarkable and it is preferable. Therefore, according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a first mixing step of mixing a non-tobacco material, an aerosol former, and a cellulose (first binder) to obtain a first mixture [means] (M1) The first mixture is passed through a curing step [means] (Y) for holding the first mixture at a predetermined temperature for a predetermined time in a sealed state for a predetermined time and a curing step [means] (Y). And a method [apparatus] for producing a filler for an aroma cartridge, the method including a second mixing step [means] (M2) of adding and mixing a polysaccharide as the second binder.

  The temperature of the curing step [means] (Y) is preferably from 15 ° C to 30 ° C. When the temperature is 15 ° C. or higher, the effect of improving the flavor increases, and when the temperature is 30 ° C. or lower, the change in the flavor is suppressed, and the improvement in the flavor is maintained. More preferably, the temperature is from 18 ° C to 24 ° C.

  The time of the curing step [means] (Y) is preferably 72 to 336 hours. When the time is 72 hours or more, the flavor is improved, and when the time is 336 hours or less, the change in the flavor is suppressed, and the improvement in the flavor is maintained. More preferably, it is 96 to 192 hours, particularly preferably 96 to 168 hours, and most preferably 125 to 150 hours.

  In the curing step [means] (Y), the first mixture is preferably cured in a sealed state. This is to prevent the flavor from being dissipated.

  In the second mixing step [means] (M2) of adding a polysaccharide, a component other than the above-mentioned polysaccharide may be further added as another second binder. Examples of such other second binders include celluloses, tamarin seed gum, gum arabic, soybean polysaccharides, karaya gum, xanthan gum, starch, corn starch and the like. In addition, these components can be used alone or in combination of two or more.

  A polysaccharide (second binder) having a solution viscosity of more than 50,000 mPa · s is preferable because it is suitable for strengthening the bond between non-tobacco materials. The solution viscosity of the polysaccharide is measured using the above-mentioned Brookfield viscometer, and a 1% by mass aqueous solution of the component is prepared, and is subjected to 10 to 30 rpm (0.17 to 0.5 s-1) in an environment of 25 ° C. ) Is a measured value when the display value is stabilized after the rotation of the rotor is started. The polysaccharide (second binder) may exceed 100,000 mPa · s, which is the upper limit of the Brookfield viscometer.

  When the polysaccharide (second binder) is added to the fragrance cartridge packing, the fragrance cartridge packing can be easily formed into a desired form in the next packing forming step [means] (F). That is, the obtained packing for the aroma cartridge has a sufficient strength, and the moldability is improved. The reason why it is preferable to add the polysaccharide (the second binder) in the second mixing step [means] is that mixing is easier than in the first mixing step [means], and the mixture is appropriately mixed. This is because it is easy to adjust the hardness to an appropriate level. However, the timing of mixing the polysaccharide (second binder) is not limited to this, and the mixing of the polysaccharide (second binder) may be performed in the first mixing step [means].

  In addition, it is preferable that the solution viscosity of the polysaccharide (second binder) is higher than the solution viscosity of the first binder described above. By selecting such a polysaccharide (second binder), the processability (moldability) of the aroma cartridge filler in the filler molding step [means] (F) is improved. In particular, glucomannan has good processability (moldability) and is preferably used.

  The content of the polysaccharide (second binder) in the packing for the aroma cartridge is 0.1 to 5 parts by mass based on 100 parts by mass of the non-tobacco material. With such a content, the moldability of the filler for an aroma cartridge is improved, and a filler for an aroma cartridge that can enjoy the natural aroma and taste of a non-tobacco material is obtained. Further, the content of the polysaccharide (the second binder) in the packing for the aroma cartridge is preferably 0.2 to 3 parts by mass, and more preferably 0.3 to 3 parts by mass with respect to 100 parts by mass of the non-tobacco material. More preferably, it is 1 part by mass.

  The mixture obtained as described above is subjected to a packing forming step [means] (F) to obtain a desired packing (packing for an aroma cartridge).

  As a molding method used in the filling molding step [means] (F), a method of passing the non-tobacco material composition through an orifice by applying pressure to form a rod, or a method of forming the non-tobacco material composition into a thin sheet Examples thereof include a method of shaping by cutting, and a method of drying the non-tobacco material composition and pulverizing or the like to obtain granules.

  In the following, a method of forming the non-tobacco material composition into a thin sheet and then forming the sheet by cutting will be described in detail. In order to make the non-tobacco material composition into a thin sheet, a three-roll mill can be used. When a three-roll mill is used, it is possible to form a sheet of a desired thickness by a doctor blade while performing kneading and dispersion by compression by being pushed between narrow rolls and shearing by a difference in roll speed. Therefore, it is preferable. It is also preferable to use a press roller or a press machine.

  Further, in the filling molding step [means] (F), a non-tobacco material, an aerosol former, a binder or a thickener, a flavor additive, a preservative, and the like may be further added as necessary. , Water and the like may be added.

  As the water used in the present invention, it is preferable to use water that has been sterilized or from which microorganisms have been removed, and it is more preferable to use pure water obtained by a reverse osmosis membrane or ion exchange.

  In the filling molding step [means] (F), the thickness of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained is 0.1 to 1.0 mm, preferably 0.1 to 0.5 mm. The obtained sheet is cut into a desired shape, and a cutter, a rotary blade type rotary cutter or the like is used for cutting.

  As another embodiment of the present invention, the thickness of the sheet of the obtained non-tobacco material composition is 0.1 to 1.0 mm.

As a specific example of the filling molding step [means] (F), an example in which a sheet of a non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.3 mm is cut into a desired shape to prepare a filling for an aroma cartridge will be described. For example, a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition is cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. The cut sheet is supplied to a rotary cutter, and cut into a shape of 1.5 mm long and 240 mm wide to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one pieces of the cut sheet are wound with cigarette paper to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. The roll can be cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material having a strip-like filling for an aroma cartridge. At this time, the mass of the filler for the fragrance cartridge is 0.63 g. Assuming that the ratio of the volume of the fragrance cartridge filling to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate is the volume filling ratio, in the above case, the volume filling ratio is 0.59. Thereby, the density of the aroma cartridge filler calculated from the volume filling rate and the mass of the aroma cartridge filler is 1.07 g / cm ³ .

As a specific example of the filling molding step [means] (F) according to another aspect of the present invention, a sheet of a non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.3 mm is cut into a desired shape, and a filling for an aroma cartridge is obtained. An example of manufacturing will be described. For example, a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition is cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. The cut sheet is supplied to a rotary cutter, and cut into a shape of 1.5 mm long and 240 mm wide to obtain a cut sheet. Fifty cut sheets are wound with tobacco paper to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 6.9 mm. The roll can be cut to a length of 12.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate having a strip-like filling for an aroma cartridge. At this time, the mass of the filling for the aroma cartridge is 0.29 g. Assuming that the ratio of the volume of the aroma cartridge filling to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate is the volume filling ratio, the volume filling ratio is 0.60 in the above case. Thereby, the density of the filler calculated from the volume filling rate and the mass of the fragrance cartridge filler is 1.07 g / cm ³ .

  The aerosol-forming base material obtained in the above-mentioned packing molding step [means] (F) has a form in which a plurality of strip-shaped or rod-shaped packings for aroma cartridges are arranged along the longitudinal direction of the aroma cartridge. . Further, the strip-shaped or rod-shaped packing material for a plurality of fragrance cartridges (111 in FIG. 3) is wrapped along a height axis of the scroll by a packaging member (151 in FIG. 3) such as tobacco paper, It is an aerosol-forming substrate (110 in FIG. 3).

  In the present specification, the term "stick-shaped packing for aroma cartridge" refers to a shape having a longitudinal direction, and a cross section in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction is a packing for a perfect circular or elliptical aroma cartridge. Say In the “stick-shaped packing for aroma cartridge”, “outer diameter” means a diameter when the cross section is a perfect circle, and a length of a major axis when the cross section is an ellipse. Furthermore, in the present specification, even when the cross section in the direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction is a polygon, it is a “stick-shaped packing for aroma cartridges”, and among one or more circles circumscribing the polygon, The diameter of the circumscribed circle having the largest diameter is referred to as “outer diameter”.

  Therefore, the “strip-shaped fragrance cartridge packing” and the “stick-shaped fragrance cartridge packing” are not distinguished, but are “strip-shaped fragrance cartridge packing” and “rod-shaped fragrance cartridge packing”. This includes some cases.

  Next, the fragrance cartridge manufacturing process (means) (G) will be described with reference to FIG. The aerosol-forming substrate (110), the support element (300) and the mouthpiece (140) obtained as described above are wound on a packaging member (150) or pre-wrapped. By forming the member (150) in a cylindrical shape and inserting the mouthpiece (140), the support element (300), and the filler (110) in order, a fragrance cartridge can be produced.

  Therefore, as an example of a preferred configuration of the present invention, an aroma cartridge in which an aerosol-forming substrate (110), a support element (300), and a mouthpiece (140) are arranged in order from upstream U to downstream D Is mentioned.

  According to the present invention, when the fragrance cartridge having the fragrance cartridge filler is heated from the periphery of the aerosol-forming substrate and used, even in the form of the following fragrance cartridge filler, At the time of handling, the effect of preventing the fragrance cartridge filler from falling off or falling from the fragrance cartridge before and after use can be sufficiently exerted. As such a form, for example, the shape is a strip having a length of 10 to 70 mm, a width of 0.5 to 3.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 to 0.5 mm, or a length of 10 to 70 mm and an outer diameter of 0. A stick-shaped packing for aroma cartridges having a length of 2 to 3.0 mm can be mentioned.

  In the case of using a filler for an aroma cartridge containing microcrystalline cellulose, the following excellent effects can be obtained even with the above-mentioned shape. That is, since microcrystalline cellulose has good compatibility with other components contained in the fragrance cartridge filler, mechanical strength and structure retention are improved, and the length, width, thickness, and length of the fragrance cartridge filler are improved. Changes over time in volume are reduced. In other words, it is effective in that it is possible to suppress changes over time in length, width, thickness, and volume due to shrinkage of the filler for the aroma cartridge. Thereby, effects such as improvement of the moldability of the filling for the aroma cartridge and improvement of the workability at the time of kneading by a roll mill or the like can be obtained.

  Further, by adding microcrystalline cellulose having a predetermined particle size in the present invention to the filler for an aroma cartridge, even in the case of a filler for an aroma cartridge having the above shape, the length, width, thickness and In addition to suppressing the temporal change of the volume, it is possible to suppress the problem that the fragrance cartridge filling drops from the fragrance cartridge which may occur during transportation. In addition, by suppressing such a change over time, it is effective in terms of quality maintenance management, such as a uniform feeling of use regardless of the lapse of time after production.

  Further, as a preferable form as a filler for an aroma cartridge, a shape having a length of 10 to 70 mm, a width of 0.5 to 3.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 to 0.5 mm can be exemplified. Since such a shape has a relatively large surface area, it can be said that the shape of the non-tobacco material tends to be easily produced during smoking.

  Further, according to another aspect of the present invention, when a fragrance cartridge having a fragrance cartridge filler is inserted into the heating element of the smoking article body and used, the following fragrance cartridge filler is used. Even so, the effect of preventing the fragrance cartridge filler from dropping or falling from the fragrance cartridge before and after use during handling by the user can be sufficiently exerted. As such a form, for example, a strip-shaped or rod-shaped packing for aroma cartridges having a length of 10 to 70 mm, a width of 0.5 to 3.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 to 0.5 mm can be mentioned.

  When the filler for an aroma cartridge containing microcrystalline cellulose as in the present invention is used, a strip having a length of 10 to 70 mm, a width of 0.5 to 3.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 to 0.5 mm as described above is used. Even in the shape of a bar or a bar, the following excellent effects can be obtained. That is, the microcrystalline cellulose has good compatibility with other components contained in the fragrance cartridge packing, so that the mechanical strength and the structure retention of the fragrance cartridge packing are improved, and the length of the fragrance cartridge packing is improved. , Width, thickness and volume over time are reduced. In other words, it is effective in that it is possible to suppress changes over time in length, width, thickness, and volume due to shrinkage of the filler for the aroma cartridge. Thereby, effects such as improvement of the moldability of the filling for the aroma cartridge and improvement of the workability at the time of kneading by a roll mill or the like can be obtained.

  Further, by adding microcrystalline cellulose having a predetermined particle size in the present invention to the filler for an aroma cartridge, even in the case of a filler for an aroma cartridge having the above shape, the length, width, thickness and In addition to suppressing the temporal change of the volume, it is possible to suppress the problem that the fragrance cartridge filling drops from the fragrance cartridge which may occur during transportation. In addition, by suppressing such a change over time, it is effective in terms of quality maintenance management, such as a uniform feeling of use regardless of the lapse of time after production.

  According to still another aspect of the present invention, when a fragrance cartridge having a fragrance cartridge filler is inserted into a heating element of a smoking article body and used, the following form of the fragrance cartridge filler is used. Even in this case, at the time of handling by the user, the effect of preventing the fragrance cartridge filler from dropping or falling from the fragrance cartridge before and after use can be sufficiently exerted. As such a form, for example, a strip-shaped packing for an aromatic cartridge having a length of 10 to 70 mm, a width of 0.5 to 3.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 to 0.5 mm, or a length of 10 to 20 mm, A stick-shaped packing for aroma cartridges having a diameter of 0.2 to 3.0 mm can be mentioned.

  By using the filler for aroma cartridges containing microcrystalline cellulose as in the present invention, the following excellent effects can be obtained even with the above-mentioned shape. That is, the microcrystalline cellulose has good compatibility with other components contained in the fragrance cartridge packing, so that the mechanical strength and the structure retention of the fragrance cartridge packing are improved, and the length of the fragrance cartridge packing is improved. , Width, thickness and volume over time are reduced. In other words, it is effective in that it is possible to suppress changes over time in length, width, thickness, and volume due to shrinkage of the filler for the aroma cartridge. Thereby, effects such as improvement of the moldability of the filling for the aroma cartridge and improvement of the workability at the time of kneading by a roll mill or the like can be obtained.

  Further, by adding microcrystalline cellulose having a predetermined particle size in the present invention to the filler for an aroma cartridge, even in the case of a filler for an aroma cartridge having the above shape, the length, width, thickness and In addition to suppressing the temporal change of the volume, it is possible to suppress the problem that the fragrance cartridge filler drops from the fragrance cartridge which may occur during transportation. In addition, by suppressing such a change over time, it is effective in terms of quality maintenance management, such as a uniform feeling of use regardless of the lapse of time after production.

  In one embodiment of the present invention, the packing for the fragrance cartridge is a strip having a length of 10 to 70 mm, a width of 0.5 to 3.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 to 0.5 mm, or a length of 10 to 70 mm. It has a rod-like shape having a length of up to 70 mm and an outer diameter of 0.2 to 3.0 mm, preferably 10 to 20 mm in length.

  The characteristics of the packing for an aroma cartridge prepared as described above can be confirmed by the following method. That is, it is a method of observing changes in the length, thickness, and volume of the non-tobacco material composition sheet or the packing for the aroma cartridge before and after drying.

  Specifically, the prepared sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filler for the aroma cartridge is dried using a halogen moisture meter (electronic halogen moisture meter), and the length and width of the sheet or the filler before and after drying are measured. , Thickness and volume, and the rate of change is evaluated.

  In the present invention, the length, width, thickness and volume of the non-tobacco material composition sheet or fragrance cartridge filling before drying are determined by the water content of the non-tobacco material composition sheet or fragrance cartridge filling. It is measured when the content is 15 to 20% by mass. In order to adjust the water content, for example, the water content can be adjusted by storing at a temperature of 28 ° C. to 30 ° C. in an atmosphere having a relative humidity of about 40% RH.

  The moisture content is measured using a halogen moisture meter (electronic halogen moisture meter), model number DHS-50-5 (manufactured by Bangxi Instrument Technology Co. Ltd.). In the automatic drying mode, the drying temperature is set to 105 ° C., and the water content (% by mass) is determined from the water loss at the end of the automatic measurement. In the automatic measurement mode, the water loss rate is a value obtained by subtracting the sample mass at the end of the measurement from the sample mass before the measurement and dividing by the sample mass before the measurement. The change in the mass is defined as the water content.

  The length, width, thickness, and rate of change of the volume of the non-tobacco material composition or the filling for the aroma cartridge are determined for a predetermined time from the values of the length, width, thickness, and volume before drying. Each value of the length, width, thickness, and volume after drying is subtracted, and the result is divided by each value of the length, width, thickness, and volume before drying.

  Specifically, the evaluation is performed using a sample having a shape of 15 mm in width, 50 mm in length, and 0.3 mm in thickness. The respective rates of change when measured using a sample of this shape will be described below.

The length of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filling for the aroma cartridge before drying is L0, and the length of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filling for the aroma cartridge after 105 minutes of drying at 105 ° C. When L10, the length change rate La (%) of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filling for the fragrance cartridge after a lapse of 10 minutes of drying is defined by the following equation.
La (%) = (L0−L10) / L0 × 100
Further, assuming that the length of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filling for the aroma cartridge after the drying time of 15 minutes at 105 ° C. is L15, the drying time of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filling for the aroma cartridge is The length change rate Lb (%) after 15 minutes has elapsed is defined by the following equation.
Lb (%) = (L0−L15) / L0 × 100
Hereinafter, the width change rate Wa (%) after the drying time of 10 minutes has elapsed, the width change rate Wb (%) after the drying time of 15 minutes has elapsed, the thickness change rate Ta (%) after the drying time of 10 minutes has elapsed, and the drying time Similarly, the thickness change rate Tb (%) after 15 minutes, the volume change rate Va (%) after 10 minutes, and the thickness change rate Vb (%) after 15 minutes have been calculated. It is defined as shown in Table 2 below.

  In the present invention, when the length change rate La (%) of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filler for the aroma cartridge is 7.2% or less, the falling off of the filler from the aroma cartridge is further suppressed. Is preferred. The La is more preferably at most 7.0%, furthermore preferably at most 6.5%.

  Further, when the length change rate Lb (%) of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filler for the aroma cartridge is 8.1% or less, the falling off of the filler from the aroma cartridge can be further suppressed, preferable. The Lb is more preferably 8.0% or less, and further preferably 7.5% or less.

  In the present invention, when the volume change rate Va (%) of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filler for the aroma cartridge is 13.1% or less, it is possible to further suppress the falling off of the filler from the aroma cartridge. Yes, it is. The Va is more preferably at most 13.0%, furthermore preferably at most 12.5%.

  Further, when the volume change rate Vb (%) of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the packing for the aroma cartridge is 14.3% or less, the falling off of the packing from the aroma cartridge can be further suppressed, which is preferable. . The Vb is more preferably 14.0% or less, and still more preferably 13.5% or less.

  In the present invention, when the width change rate Wa (%) of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filler for the aroma cartridge is 5.0% or less, it is possible to further suppress the falling off of the filler from the aroma cartridge. Yes, it is. The Wa is more preferably at most 4.5%, even more preferably at most 4.0%.

  In addition, when the width change rate Wb (%) of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filler for the aroma cartridge is 5.1% or less, the falling off of the filler from the aroma cartridge can be further suppressed, which is preferable. . The Wb is more preferably 5.0% or less, and still more preferably 4.5% or less.

  In the present invention, when the thickness change rate Ta (%) of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filler for the aroma cartridge is 1.2% or less, the falling off of the filler from the aroma cartridge is further suppressed. Is preferred. The Ta is more preferably 1.0% or less, and further preferably 0.8% or less.

  In addition, when the thickness change rate Tb (%) of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filler for the aroma cartridge is 1.5% or less, the falling off of the filler from the aroma cartridge can be further suppressed, preferable. The Tb is more preferably 1.4% or less, and still more preferably 1.1% or less.

  The lower limits of La, Lb, Wa, Wb, Ta, Tb, Va and Vb are 0.

  Further, as another method, there is a method of evaluating using a sample having a shape of 12.0 mm in length, 1.5 mm in width, and 0.3 mm in thickness. The respective rates of change when measured using a sample of this shape will be described below. In addition, a dash is attached to each code to distinguish it from a case where a sample having a shape of 15 mm in width, 50 mm in length, and 0.3 mm in thickness is used.

The length of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filling for the aroma cartridge before drying is L'0, and the length of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filling for the aroma cartridge after 105 minutes of drying at 105 ° C. When the length is defined as L′ 10, the length change rate L′ a (%) of the non-tobacco material composition sheet or the filling for the aroma cartridge after a drying time of 10 minutes has elapsed is defined by the following equation:
L′ a (%) = (L′ 0−L′10) / L′ 0 × 100.

Further, when the length of the non-tobacco material composition sheet or the fragrance cartridge filling after the drying time of 15 minutes at 105 ° C. is L′ 15, the non-tobacco material composition sheet or the fragrance cartridge filling is The length change rate L'b (%) after 15 minutes of the drying time is defined by the following equation.
L′ b (%) = (L′ 0−L′15) / L′ 0 × 100
Width change rate W'a (%) after a drying time of 10 minutes, width change rate W'b (%) after a drying time of 15 minutes, and thickness change rate T'a (%) after a drying time of 10 minutes ), The thickness change rate T'b (%) after 15 minutes of drying time, the volume change rate V'a (%) after 10 minutes of drying time, and the thickness change rate V after 15 minutes of drying time. 'b (%) is similarly defined as shown in Table 5 below.

  In the present invention, when the length change rate L'a (%) of the non-tobacco material composition sheet or the filler for the aroma cartridge is 4.8% or less, the falling off of the filler from the aroma cartridge is further suppressed. Can be preferred. The L'a (%) is more preferably 4.3% or less, and still more preferably 3.8% or less.

  Further, if the length change rate L'b (%) of the non-tobacco material composition sheet or the filler for the aroma cartridge is 5.8% or less, it is possible to further suppress the falling off of the filler from the aroma cartridge. Yes, it is. L'b is more preferably 5.0% or less, and still more preferably 4.1% or less.

  In the present invention, if the volume change rate V'a (%) of the non-tobacco material composition sheet or the packing for the aroma cartridge is 11.9% or less, the falling off of the packing from the aroma cartridge is further suppressed. Can be preferred. The V'a (%) is more preferably 8.9% or less, and further preferably 5.8% or less.

  Further, when the volume change rate V'b (%) of the non-tobacco material composition sheet or the packing for the aroma cartridge is 16.9% or less, the falling off of the packing from the aroma cartridge can be further suppressed. ,preferable. The V'b (%) is more preferably 12.8% or less, and still more preferably 8.6% or less.

  In the present invention, when the width change rate W'a (%) of the non-tobacco material composition sheet or the filler for the aroma cartridge is 6.1% or less, the falling off of the filler from the aroma cartridge is further suppressed. Can be preferred. The W'a is more preferably at most 3.8%, even more preferably at most 1.4%.

  Further, when the width change rate W'b (%) of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filler for the aroma cartridge is 10.4% or less, the falling off of the filler from the aroma cartridge can be further suppressed. ,preferable. The W'b (%) is more preferably 7.1% or less, and still more preferably 3.7% or less.

  In the present invention, when the thickness change rate T'a (%) of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition or the filler for the aroma cartridge is 1.2% or less, the falling off of the filler from the aroma cartridge is further suppressed. Can be preferred. T'a is more preferably 1.0% or less, and further preferably 0.8% or less.

  Further, when the thickness change rate T'b (%) of the non-tobacco material composition sheet or the packing for the aroma cartridge is 1.5% or less, it is possible to further suppress the falling off of the packing from the aroma cartridge. Yes, it is. T'b is more preferably 1.4% or less, and still more preferably 1.1% or less.

  Note that the lower limits of L'a, L'b, W'a, W'b, T'a, T'b, V'a, and V'b are zero.

  As described above, the fragrance cartridge of the present invention using the filler for the fragrance cartridge containing microcrystalline cellulose can suppress a temporal change such as a decrease in length, width, thickness and volume after production. . In this way, in addition to being able to reduce problems such as falling off of the fragrance cartridge filling from the fragrance cartridge, it also suppresses changes in aerosol fluidity that affect the usability of the fragrance cartridge, It is also effective in that a suitable feeling in use can be maintained and homogenized.

  In addition, the characteristics of the packing for an aroma cartridge containing menthol and polyvinylpolypyrrolidone (a water-insoluble crosslinked polymer) can be confirmed by the following method. That is, it is a method of observing a state in which menthol contained in the non-tobacco material composition or the filling for the aroma cartridge is lost.

  In the present invention, the prepared packing for an aroma cartridge is precisely weighed in an environment of 17 ° C. and 65% relative humidity of about 5 g to 10 g, and then sealed in a polyethylene bag for 24 hours or 48 hours at 5 ° C. Keep below. After a lapse of 24 hours or 48 hours, the surface of the packing for aroma cartridges is observed, and the precipitation state of white crystals is observed. Observation of white crystals means that menthol crystallizes while sublimating from the filling for the aroma cartridge. Further, the package is opened in an environment of 17 ° C. and a relative humidity of 65% RH for 3 hours in a sealed state, and then the package is opened. This method makes it possible to quantitatively measure how menthol is lost.

  The reason why the storage test is performed in an environment of 5 ° C. is that the conditions for suppressing the dissipation of the other components of the filler for the aroma cartridge and the conditions for evaluating the dissipation of menthol are good. In particular, avoiding precipitation of white crystals may cause consumers to feel uncomfortable when seeing the precipitated menthol when the fragrance cartridge is packaged after manufacture and placed on the market, and transported and stored. It also has the effect of eliminating it.

In the present invention, the content of menthol in the fragrance cartridge filling after precisely weighing about 5 g to 10 g in an environment of 17 ° C. and a relative humidity of 65% RH is defined as d (0), and left at 5 ° C. for 24 hours. The menthol reduction rate d when the mass of the fragrance cartridge packing after leaving as d (24) and the mass of the fragrance cartridge packing after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours as d (48) is represented by the following formula. Define.
d = {(d (24) −d (48)} / d (0)
Here, the reason for subtracting d (48) from d (24) in the above equation is to take into account the dissipative components other than menthol. This is because it better reflects the precipitation.

  In the present invention, d is preferably 0.60 or less, because precipitation of white crystals can be suppressed. The value of d is more preferably 0.50 or less, further preferably 0.30 or less, and particularly preferably 0.20 or less.

  The above-described fragrance cartridge of the present invention has a relatively large surface area, so that the flavor of menthol can be easily obtained during smoking, but it can be said that menthol is easily sublimated. However, when the filler for an aroma cartridge containing menthol and polyvinylpolypyrrolidone (a water-insoluble crosslinked polymer) as in the present invention is used, even when the aroma cartridge is formed as described above, menthol is effectively produced. Sublimation can be suppressed. Further, in the production process [means], by using menthol dissolved in a lower alcohol, preferably ethyl alcohol in advance, a more excellent menthol sublimation suppressing effect can be obtained.

  Next, an example of using the manufactured packing material for an aroma cartridge will be described.

  FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of a mode of use of the fragrance cartridge. The fragrance cartridge (100) is attached to the smoking article main body (200) when used by a user. The smoking article main body (200) is provided with an insertion portion (210) for inserting the fragrance cartridge (100).

  A heating element (211) is provided at the center of the bottom in the insertion part (210), and the heating element (211) has a pin-shaped or blade-shaped member having a sharp tip, and forms an aerosol. Inserted into the substrate (110) to heat the aerosol-forming substrate (110). More specifically, the heating element (211) is inserted into the center of the aerosol-forming substrate (110) when the fragrance cartridge (100) is stabbed into the insertion part (210) of the smoking article body (200). Is done.

  The heating element (211) directly or indirectly generates heat by electric power supplied from a battery (not shown) provided in the smoking article main body (200). When the aerosol-forming substrate (110) is heated by the heat of the heating element (211), an aerosol containing an aromatic component is generated. Then, the generated aerosol is transferred to the mouthpiece (140) via the support element (300) and the aerosol transfer member (130) described below, and when the user inhales from the mouthpiece (140) side, the aroma component is removed. It will reach the mouth of the user. Hereinafter, for the description of the present invention, the aerosol-forming substrate (110) side of the aroma cartridge is referred to as the upstream side U, and the mouthpiece (140) side is referred to as the downstream side D. Further, the upstream side U may be referred to as one end side U, and the downstream side D may be referred to as the other end side D.

  Although FIG. 1 illustrates a case where the heating element (211) has one pin-shaped or blade-shaped member, another example of the heating element (211) is a pin-shaped or blade-shaped member. Can be exemplified.

  FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an example of the structure of the fragrance cartridge (100). The aroma cartridge (100) shown in FIG. 2 includes an aerosol-forming substrate (110), a support element (300), a support element (300), from the side where the heating element (211) is inserted, that is, from the upstream side U to the downstream side D. It has a configuration in which the transfer member (130) and the mouthpiece (140) are sequentially arranged.

  The support element (300) supports the aerosol-forming substrate (110). The support element (300) is arranged adjacent to the aerosol-forming substrate (110), the side (160) of said support element (300) being located on the periphery of the aroma cartridge (100) in the packaging member (150). Contact with The side part (160) is fixed to the inner surface of the packaging member (150) by, for example, an adhesive.

  In addition, the support element (300) can be preferably formed using, for example, silicone, but is not limited to silicone, and another material having excellent heat resistance may be used.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the filler (111) for the aroma cartridge forming the aerosol-forming substrate (110) has a strip shape or a rod shape, and the shape of the filler (111) is longer when filling. It is preferable that the paper is packed so as to follow the direction. Here, an example is shown in which a cylindrical packing member (151) is filled. As the packaging member (151), a member formed of paper such as tobacco paper in a cylindrical shape can be used. Further, the packaging member (150) may also serve as the packaging member (151). This stabilizes the airflow and makes it easier for the user to inhale the aroma component from the aerosol-forming substrate (110).

  FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating an example of a method for manufacturing an aroma cartridge. FIG. 4 shows the aerosol-forming substrate (110), the transfer member (130), and the mouthpiece (140) formed as described above, and the support element (300) exemplified below. (110), a support element (300), a transfer member (130), and a mouthpiece (140) are arranged in this order, and a wrapping member (150) such as tobacco paper is shown forming a wound rod. At this time, a small amount of adhesive is applied to the side (160) of the support element.

  The fragrance cartridge (100) having the above configuration can be manufactured, for example, by the following method. For example, a packaging member (150) such as a paper cylinder having an appropriate inner diameter is prepared, and an adhesive is applied to the inner surface (side portion (160)). After inserting the support element (300) from one end side U of the packaging member (150), the aerosol-forming substrate (110) is inserted. Also, the mouthpiece (140) is inserted from the other end D. At this time, if necessary, the transfer member (130) may be inserted before inserting the mouthpiece (140).

  Next, a usage example of the aroma cartridge of the present invention will be described in detail.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the fragrance cartridge (100) has, for example, a rod-like or cylindrical appearance.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 2, the inside of the fragrance cartridge (100) is provided with an aerosol-forming base material (110) at one end, and a support element (300) facing the mouthpiece (140) at the other end D. , And the transfer member (130) are arranged in this order. These are packaged by a packaging member (150).

  The aerosol-forming substrate (110) has a filling for an aroma cartridge. The aerosol-forming substrate (110) generates an aerosol containing an aroma component of a plant that has been used as a raw material of the filling for the aroma cartridge by heating.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the filler for an aroma cartridge used for the aerosol-forming substrate (110) has a shape such as a flaky shape in which the long side is about 2 to 20 times the short side, or a strip. In the case of a shape, a rod or the like, it is preferable to pack the fragrance cartridge so that the longitudinal direction of the shape of the fragrance cartridge filling (111) is along the longitudinal direction of the fragrance cartridge. Thereby, the flow of the air current is easily sucked. FIG. 3 is a view seen from one end of the aerosol-forming base material (110) included in the aroma cartridge, and is partially transparent so that the filler (111) inside the cartridge can be seen. According to one embodiment of the present invention, the length of the strip-shaped or rod-shaped packing for the aroma cartridge is 10 to 70 mm. According to another aspect of the present invention, the length of the strip-shaped or rod-shaped packing for the aroma cartridge is 10 to 20 mm. Such a length facilitates handling when filling the cartridge.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, the packing for an aroma cartridge having a flat shape and a substantially uniform shape can be wound and packed, so that it is easy to handle.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, the use of a sheet of non-tobacco material composition formed by crimping, pleating, gathering, or folding to form a filler for an aroma cartridge. Can be.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, the filler for an aroma cartridge according to the present invention can be fibrous. The fibrous fragrance cartridge filler, like the strip or rod-shaped filler, can improve the flow of sucked air by packing the fibers in the length direction along the longitudinal direction of the cartridge. .

  According to another aspect of the present invention, the packing for an aroma cartridge according to the present invention can be made porous. The porous fragrance cartridge filling can improve the flow of air when packed into the cartridge and sucked. Examples of a method for making the fragrance cartridge filling porous include a method of piercing a dried sheet several times with a plurality of needles, but other methods may be used.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, the packing for an aroma cartridge according to the present invention can be in the form of a plate, such as flake, square, rectangle, or rhombus, powder, granule, or pellet. . The fragrance cartridge filling having such a shape can be easily packed by dropping it into the cartridge opening. Further, it is possible to finely adjust the amount to be packed into the cartridge (filling amount), and it is easy to adjust the flow of air when sucked by the amount to be packed. Further, by taking measures to prevent the cartridge from falling off, for example, by covering the cartridge opening, it becomes easier to use the cartridge.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, the block-shaped packing for an aroma cartridge has good thermal conductivity and is easy to extract an aroma component. In addition, the size of the block may be increased to make it easier to save. In this case, at the time of filling, the large block-shaped filler for the fragrance cartridge can be re-shaped into a small block, or re-shaped into a rod, a grain, or the like.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the support element (300) supports the aerosol-forming substrate (110). The support element (300) is disposed adjacent to the aerosol-forming substrate (110), and has an airflow through-hole or notch in the center or the side, and is generated from the aerosol-forming substrate (110). The aerosol can flow toward the mouthpiece (140).

  The mouthpiece (140) is located on the other end D of the aroma cartridge (100), adjacent to the transfer member (130). The mouthpiece (140) may include, for example, a cellulose acetate filter as a filter for removing fine particles. The aroma component that has passed through the filter of the mouthpiece (140) is sucked by the user.

  Comparing the presence or absence of the transfer member (130), the absence of the transfer member (130) has better air permeability and facilitates suction of the generated fragrance component. On the other hand, it is also preferable to provide a transfer member (130) to add a function of cooling the generated aerosol. Instead of adding a transfer member (130), it is also preferable to extend the mouthpiece so that it is adjacent or touching the support element (300). With such a configuration, the filter used for the mouthpiece can also have a cooling function, and the number of parts can be reduced. As the transfer member (130), a hollow tubular member may be used in which a crimped polymer sheet is wound in the longitudinal direction of the aroma cartridge.

  FIG. 5 is a view showing a modified example of the fragrance cartridge.

  FIG. 5 (1) shows a configuration in which the aerosol-forming substrate (110) and the supporting element (300) are in contact with each other, and is a preferable embodiment because the aerosol-forming substrate (110) can be stably supported. It is. Further, since the configuration is simple, there is a great advantage in manufacturing.

  FIG. 5B shows a configuration in which a partition member (180) is provided between the aerosol-forming base material (110) and the support element (300), and the partition member (180) is in contact with the partition member (180). . As the partition wall member (180), for example, a filter, paper, or the like having good air permeability is used, and it is preferable that the partition member be crushed when the heating element (211) is inserted. Providing such a partition member (180) has an effect of preventing the aerosol-forming substrate (110) from moving in the fragrance cartridge due to the influence of physical distribution during transportation or the like.

  FIG. 5C shows a configuration in which a lid (170) is provided on the side of the aerosol-forming substrate (110) into which the heating element (211) is inserted. Such a configuration is preferable because it is effective in preventing the aroma from forming the fragrance of the aerosol-forming substrate (110). Further, an effect of preventing the aerosol-forming base material (110) from falling out of the fragrance cartridge to the outside due to the influence of physical distribution during transportation or the like can be obtained. Examples of the material of the lid (170) include a filter, paper, and sponge. When a heating element is inserted, it is also preferable to make one or more cuts in the lid (170), or to provide a circular or polygonal guide hole at a place where the heating element is inserted. It is a form.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, when the aerosol-forming base material (110) is filled with a granular material such as a powder, a granule, a flake, or a pellet as the filler for the aroma cartridge, Preferably, at least one of the partition member (180) and the lid (170) is provided, and more preferably both are provided.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, one specific embodiment exemplified as the fragrance cartridge is as follows. The aerosol-forming substrate (110) has a substantially cylindrical shape in which the filler for the aroma cartridge is included in tobacco paper or the like, and the diameter of the bottom or top surface of the substantially cylinder is 6.5 to 7.5 mm. The height of the substantially cylindrical shape is 11.0 to 13.0 mm. Further, the filling for the fragrance cartridge is in the shape of a strip or a rod, and is filled along the longitudinal direction of the fragrance cartridge, and the length is substantially equal to the height of the substantially cylindrical body, that is, the length is 11.0. １３13.0 mm.

  According to another aspect of the invention, the outer diameter of the support element (300) is approximately equal to the diameter of the bottom or top surface of the generally cylindrical shape of the aerosol-forming substrate (110). The length of the support element (300) is between 9.0 and 11.0 mm.

  According to another aspect of the invention, the mouthpiece (140) has a length greater than 20.0 mm, for example, 21.0-25.0 mm.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, the volume filling rate of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.55 or more and 0.65 or less.

  FIG. 6 is a diagram showing another mode of use of the fragrance cartridge. Since there is a difference in specific configuration from the above-described fragrance cartridge (100), the fragrance cartridge (500) will be described below. The smoking article main body to be used is different from the above-described smoking article main body (200), and therefore, will be described below as the smoking article main body (400).

  In use by the user, the aroma cartridge (500) is mounted on the smoking article body (400). The smoking article main body (400) is provided with an insertion portion (450) for inserting the fragrance cartridge (500). The smoking article main body (400) has an exterior part (410), and the heating part (440) surrounding the fragrance cartridge (500) heats the aerosol-forming base material (110) of the fragrance cartridge to reduce the aerosol. Occurs and is smoked. When smoking from the other end side D, air flows in from the vent hole (431), and the generated aerosol passes through the hollow cylindrical member (530), the transfer member (130), and the mouthpiece (140) and is smoked. You. The control unit (420) includes a battery or a control unit for the heating unit. The opening / closing lid (430) is opened when cleaning the inside of the smoking article body when smoking is finished.

  FIG. 7 is a diagram showing another example of the structure of the fragrance cartridge (500). In the fragrance cartridge (500), an aerosol-forming substrate (110), a hollow cylindrical member (530), a transfer member (130), and a mouthpiece (140) are sequentially arranged from one end side U to the other end side D. These are wrapped in a packaging member (150). Since the aerosol-forming substrate (110) is heated by the smoking article body, the hollow cylindrical member (530) is arranged for heat insulation. The transfer member (130) can also function as a cooling member.

  The preferred outer diameter of the aroma cartridge (500) of FIG. 7 is 4-6 mm, the preferred length of the aerosol-forming substrate (110) is 10-70 mm, and the preferred length of the hollow cylindrical member (530) is 20. ３０30 mm. The preferred length of the transfer member (130) is 5 to 15 mm, and the preferred length of the mouthpiece (140) is 10 to 25 mm.

  FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating an example of an aerosol-forming substrate and a filler for an aroma cartridge. The aerosol-forming substrate (20) shown in FIG. 9 (A) includes a plurality of packings (10) for aroma cartridges inside a cylindrical packaging member (30), and is heated, for example, from the surroundings. In addition, an aerosol containing an aroma component or the like of a plant used as a material of the filling (10) for an aroma cartridge is generated. For example, the outer diameter of the aerosol-forming substrate (20) is 5.5 mm and the length is 42.0 mm. In one embodiment of the present invention, the length of the aerosol-forming substrate (20) is greater than 20 mm, preferably not less than 34 mm. The length of the aerosol-forming substrate (20) is 70 mm or less, preferably 54 mm or less, and more preferably 50 mm or less. In one embodiment of the present invention, the length of the aerosol-forming substrate (20) is 10-70 mm, preferably 34-54 mm, more preferably 34-50 mm.

  Similarly, in one embodiment of the present invention, the length of the aroma cartridge filling (10) is greater than 10 mm, preferably at least 34 mm. The length of the fragrance cartridge filling (10) is 70 mm or less, preferably 54 mm or less, and more preferably 50 mm or less. In one embodiment of the present invention, the length of the aroma cartridge filler (10) is 10 to 70 mm or less, preferably 34 to 54 mm, and more preferably 34 to 50 mm.

  Each of the fragrance cartridge filling materials (10) to be filled in the aerosol-forming base material (20) shown in FIG. 9B is, for example, a strip having a length of 42.0 mm, a width of 1.5 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The aerosol-forming substrate (20) is arranged from one end to the other end in the longitudinal direction. As shown in FIG. 10, the longitudinal direction of the strip-shaped packing for aroma cartridge (10) is as shown in FIG. 10, where the aerosol-forming base material (20), the cooling region determining member (40), the filter member (50), 60), and substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction of the fragrance cartridge (80). For example, the aerosol-forming base material (20) has 31 strip-shaped packings (10) for aroma cartridges each having a length of 42.0 mm, a width of 1.5 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm, and a packaging member ( It is a cylindrical member wound in 30). The longitudinal direction of the aroma cartridge filler (10) disposed inside the packaging member (30) is substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction of the aerosol-forming substrate (20), for example.

  The volume filling ratio of the filler for aroma cartridge (10) with respect to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate (20) is, for example, about 0.60. The volume filling rate of the fragrance cartridge filling (10) can be determined in consideration of the strength of fragrance given to the user, ease of suction by the user, and the like. It is preferable that the volume filling ratio of the filler for aroma cartridge (10) with respect to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate (20) is, for example, 0.55 or more and 0.65 or less.

  Note that, for example, the filler (10) having a length of less than 42.0 mm is arranged adjacent to the aerosol-forming substrate (20) in the longitudinal direction, or partially overlapped. The aerosol-forming substrate (20) can also be constituted.

  The cooling region determining member (40) shown in FIG. 10 is wound in a cylindrical shape having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm and a length of 25 mm adjacent to the aerosol-forming substrate (20) on the upstream side U. It is cardboard.

  The filter member (50) shown in FIG. 10 is adjacent to the cooling region defining member (40) on the upstream side U. The filter member (50) is, for example, a cellulose acetate fiber formed into a cylindrical shape having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm and a length of 8 mm.

  The mouthpiece (60) shown in FIG. 10 is adjacent to the filter member (50) at the upstream side U. The mouthpiece (60) is, for example, thick paper wound in a cylindrical shape having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm and a length of 8 mm.

  The outer diameters of the aerosol-forming substrate (20), the cooling region determining member (40), the filter member (50), and the mouthpiece (60) are preferably 4.7 to 6.1 mm. The aerosol-forming substrate having such an outer diameter is preferably used for a smoking article main body that is heated from around the aerosol-forming substrate. This is because heat obtained from the surroundings is efficiently transmitted to the entire aerosol-forming substrate. The cross section of a smoking article is usually described as an `` outer diameter '' because it is generally circular, but assuming that the cross section is, for example, a rectangle, it is preferable to express it as a perimeter. In that case, the perimeter is 14.8-19.2 mm.

  The aerosol-forming substrate (20), the cooling region defining member (40), the filter member (50), and the mouthpiece (60) are packaged by a packaging member (70).

  Note that the dimensions shown in FIGS. 9 and 10 are merely examples, and other dimensions may be used.

  FIG. 11 is a schematic cross-sectional view showing a usage pattern of the fragrance cartridge (80).

  The fragrance cartridge (80) is used by being attached to the smoking article main body (90). The smoking article body (90) uses power supplied from a battery (not shown) disposed within the smoking article body (90) to remove the aerosol-forming substrate (20) portion of the aroma cartridge (80). Heat from around. An aerosol containing an aroma component is generated from the heated aerosol-forming substrate (20), and the generated aerosol moves from the upstream U side to the downstream D side, and is sucked by the user from the mouthpiece (60) portion. Is done.

  The aerosol is cooled when passing through the inside of the cooling region determining member (40) which is a cardboard wound in a cylindrical shape. That is, the inside of the cooling region determining member (40) is a cooling region for cooling the aerosol. The cooling area is defined by a cooling area determining member (40). The filter member (50) removes, for example, fine particles contained in the gas sucked by the user.

  12 to 16 are schematic perspective views showing a fragrance cartridge according to a modification.

  One embodiment will be described with a first modification.

  FIG. 12 is a schematic perspective view of the fragrance cartridge according to the first modification.

  The fragrance cartridge according to the first modification is different from the fragrance cartridge (80) in the embodiment in that a plurality of fragrance cartridges are provided at equal positions along the circumferential direction of the filter member (50) at positions corresponding to the packaging member (70) and the filter member (50). Hole (ventilation area) (50a) is formed. The hole (50a) penetrates the packaging member (70), and a recess is formed in the filter member (50). The hole (50a) is formed at a distance of 2 mm from one end of the filter member (50). The number of holes (50a) is, for example, 12 to 36, for example, 24.

  Since the holes (50a) are formed in the filter member (50), the user can more easily inhale the aerosol containing the aroma component, and when the user inhales from the mouthpiece (60), the cooling region determining member is used. The aerosol containing the natural aroma of the non-tobacco material that resides in the cooling zone defined by (40) is cooled with the outside air flowing through the holes (50a), resulting in the inhalation by which the user inhales finer aerosol particles. It is expected that the aerosol is well dispersed therein, and the aerosol thus generated is expected to be well suited for enjoying aroma. In addition, the user can more easily inhale the aerosol containing the fragrance component, and can further prevent the user from inhaling the high-temperature aerosol, thereby further enjoying the natural fragrance of the non-tobacco material. It becomes a fragrance cartridge that can be used.

  One embodiment will be described with a second modification.

  FIG. 8 is a schematic perspective view of a fragrance cartridge according to the second modification.

  In the first modified example, a plurality of holes (50a) are formed at equal intervals along the circumferential direction of the filter member (50) at corresponding positions of the packaging member (70) and the filter member (50). In the second modified example, a plurality of holes (ventilation areas) (50b) are provided at equal positions along the circumferential direction of the cooling area determining member (40) at positions corresponding to the packaging member (70) and the cooling area determining member (40). ) Is formed. The hole (50b) is a through hole that penetrates the cardboard forming the packaging member (70) and the cooling region determining member (40). The hole (50b) is drilled at a distance of 2 mm from the other end side of the cooling area defining member (40). The number of holes (50b) is, for example, 12 to 36, for example, 24.

  Since the filter member (50) is formed with the hole (50b), when a user sucks from the mouthpiece, the natural non-tobacco material staying in the cooling area defined by the cooling area defining member (40). The aerosol containing the aroma is expected to be more well dispersed and dispersed in the inhaled air that the user inhales as a result of being strongly stirred and cooled together with the outside air flowing through the holes (50b). It is expected that the aerosols generated will be better suited for enjoying the aroma. In addition, the user can more easily inhale the aerosol containing the fragrance component, and can further prevent the user from inhaling the high-temperature aerosol, thereby further enjoying the natural fragrance of the non-tobacco material. It becomes a fragrance cartridge that can be used.

  Further, in another embodiment of the second modified example, the mouthpiece (60) made of cardboard wound in a cylindrical shape in the fragrance cartridge according to the second modified example is not included. For example, referring to FIG. 15, the mouthpiece area (50 m) where the user puts his / her mouth and sucks is defined as the downstream D-side area of the filter member (50). The length of the filter member (50) formed of the cellulose acetate fiber formed into a cylindrical shape is set to 8 mm in the second modified example, but is set to 16 mm in another embodiment of the second modified example.

  Further, in another embodiment of the second modified example, the mouthpiece (60) made of cardboard wound in a cylindrical shape in the fragrance cartridge according to the second modified example is not included. For example, referring to FIG. 15, the mouthpiece area (50 m) where the user puts his / her mouth and sucks is defined as the downstream D-side area of the filter member (50). In the second modification, the cooling region determining member (40) is set to 25 mm. In another embodiment of the second modification, the cooling region determination member (40) is set to 30 to 35 mm, for example, 31 mm, and the length of the filter member (50) is set to, for example, 10 mm. Is mentioned. Since the cooling region determining member (40) can be made long, there is an advantage that the natural aroma and taste of the non-tobacco material can be stably obtained even if the member is sucked in a large amount.

  One embodiment will be described with a third modification.

  FIG. 14 is a schematic perspective view of an aroma cartridge according to the third modification.

  The scent cartridge according to the third modification is different from the scent cartridge (80) in the embodiment in that a plurality of scent cartridges are provided at equal positions along the circumferential direction of the filter member (50) at positions corresponding to the packaging member (70) and the filter member (50). Holes (50a) are formed, and a plurality of holes (50b) are formed at equal intervals along the circumferential direction of the cooling region determining member (40) at positions corresponding to the packaging member (70) and the cooling region determining member (40). ) Is formed. The hole (50a) is formed at a distance of 2 mm from one end of the filter member (50). The hole (50b) is drilled at a distance of 2 mm from the other end side of the cooling area defining member (40).

  Therefore, when the user inhales from the mouthpiece, the aerosol containing the natural fragrance of the non-tobacco material staying in the cooling area defined by the cooling area defining member (40) together with the outside air flowing from the hole (50b) In addition to being strongly agitated and cooled, the effect of being cooled together with the outside air flowing in from the holes (50a) results in a very good dispersion state of finer aerosol particles in the inhaled air inhaled by the user. It is expected that the aerosol thus generated will be very suitable for enjoying aroma. In addition, the user can more easily inhale the aerosol containing the aroma component, and can further avoid being inhaled by the user with the high-temperature aerosol. It becomes a fragrance cartridge that can further enjoy the natural fragrance of wood.

  One embodiment will be described with a fourth modification.

  FIG. 15 is a schematic perspective view of an aroma cartridge according to the fourth modification.

  The fragrance cartridge according to the fourth modification does not include a mouthpiece (60) formed of cardboard wound in a cylindrical shape in the embodiment. The mouthpiece area (50m) to which the user puts his mouth and sucks is defined in the downstream D-side area of the filter member (50). In the fourth modified example, the length of the filter member (50) composed of the cellulose acetate fiber formed into a cylindrical shape is, for example, 16 mm.

  The fragrance cartridge according to the fourth modified example includes an aerosol-forming base material (20), a cooling region defining member (40), and a filter member (50) which are sequentially arranged adjacently. The fragrance cartridge has a cylindrical appearance with an outer diameter of 5.5 mm and a length of 83 mm.

  When the mouthpiece (60) made of cardboard wound in a cylindrical shape is not included and the filter member (50) is used instead of the mouthpiece (60), the number of parts is reduced and the number of assembling steps is reduced in creating an aroma cartridge. Can be.

  Further, as another embodiment of the fourth modification, there is an embodiment in which the cooling region determining member (40) is set to 31 mm and the length of the filter member (50) is set to, for example, 10 mm. Since the cooling region determining member (40) can be made long, there is an advantage that the natural aroma and taste of the non-tobacco material can be stably obtained even if the member is sucked in a large amount.

  Further, as another embodiment of the fourth modified example, there is an embodiment in which the cooling region determining member (40) has a size of less than 10 to 15 mm. For example, there is an embodiment in which the cooling region determining member (40) is 14 mm and the length of the filter member (50) is, for example, 27 mm. The shortening of the cooling region defining member (40) is advantageous in that the natural aroma and taste of the non-tobacco material can be sufficiently obtained from the first smoking operation.

  One embodiment will be described with a fifth modification.

  FIG. 16 is a schematic perspective view of a fragrance cartridge according to the fifth modification.

  The fragrance cartridge according to the fifth modified example is the fragrance cartridge according to the fourth modified example, in which a plurality of fragrance cartridges are provided at equal positions along the circumferential direction of the filter member (50) at positions corresponding to the packaging member (70) and the filter member (50). It differs from the fourth modification in that a hole (50a) is formed. The hole (50a) is formed near the end of the cooling region determining member (40). The hole (50a) penetrates the packaging member (70), and a recess is formed in the filter member (50). The hole (50a) is perforated at a distance of 2 mm from one end of the filter member (50). The number of holes (50a) is, for example, 12 to 36, for example, 24.

  The hole (50a) is formed in the filter member (50), so that the user can more easily inhale the aerosol containing the aroma component, and when the user inhales from the mouthpiece, the cooling region determining member (40). The aerosol containing the natural aroma of the non-tobacco material that resides in the cooling zone determined by the air is cooled during the inhalation by the user as a result of being cooled with the outside air flowing through the holes (50a). The aerosol thus generated is expected to be well suited for enjoying aroma. In addition, the user can more easily inhale the aerosol containing the fragrance component, and can further prevent the user from inhaling the high-temperature aerosol, thereby further enjoying the natural fragrance of the non-tobacco material. It becomes a fragrance cartridge that can be used.

  When the mouthpiece (60) made of cardboard wound in a cylindrical shape is not included and the filter member (50) is used instead of the mouthpiece (60), the number of parts is reduced and the number of assembling steps is reduced in creating an aroma cartridge. Can be.

  Further, as another embodiment of the fifth modification, there is an embodiment in which the cooling region determining member (40) is set to 31 mm, and the length of the filter member (50) is set to, for example, 10 mm. Since the cooling region determining member (40) can be made long, there is an advantage that the natural aroma and taste of the non-tobacco material can be stably obtained even if the member is sucked in a large amount.

  Further, as another embodiment of the fifth modified example, there is an embodiment in which the cooling region determining member (40) is less than 10 to 15 mm. For example, there is an embodiment in which the cooling region determining member (40) is 14 mm and the length of the filter member (50) is, for example, 27 mm. The shortening of the cooling region defining member (40) is advantageous in that the natural aroma and taste of the non-tobacco material can be sufficiently obtained from the first smoking operation.

  As shown in FIGS. 15 and 16, in the fragrance cartridges according to the fourth and fifth modifications, the length of the cooling region determining member (40) is 25 mm and the length of the filter member (50) is 16 mm. The lengths of the cooling region determining member (40) and the filter member (50) can be appropriately changed. For example, on condition that the sum of the length of the cooling region determining member (40) and the length of the filter member (50) is 41 mm, the length of the cooling region determining member (40) is 10 to 35 mm, and the length of the filter member (50) is The length can be 6 to 31 mm or the like. It is also possible to independently set the length of the cooling region determining member (40) to 10 mm or more. If the length of the cooling region determining member (40) is 10 mm or more, sufficient cooling capacity can be ensured.

  When the length of the cooling region determining member (40) is 10 mm or more and less than 15 mm, there is an advantage that the natural aroma and taste of the non-tobacco material can be sufficiently obtained from the first smoking operation, and when the length is 15 to 30 mm. The natural aroma and taste of non-tobacco materials can be obtained stably during the smoking operation after the beginning of smoking, and when it is over 30 mm, the natural aroma and taste of non-tobacco materials can be obtained stably even if inhaled greatly. There is an advantage that it can be. However, if it is more than 30 mm, it is preferably 45 mm or less, more preferably 35 mm or less. If the length of the cooling region determining member (40) is 45 mm or less, a preferable cooling state is obtained, and if it is 35 mm or less, a more preferable cooling state is obtained.

  If the filter member (50) is provided with a hole (50a) in a region within 4 mm from one end of the filter member (50), the filter member (50) is cooled together with the outside air flowing from the hole (50a). It is preferable that finer aerosol particles are easily dispersed in the inhaled air inhaled by the user, and it is preferable to provide the finer aerosol particles in a region within 2.5 mm because the dispersed state can be more effectively achieved.

  When the hole (50b) is drilled in the cooling area defining member (40) in a region within 4 mm from the other end of the cooling area determining member (40), the hole and the outside air flowing from the hole (50b) are provided. As a result of being strongly agitated and cooled, finer aerosols can be more easily dispersed in the inhaled air inhaled by the user, and more effectively dispersed if provided within 2.5 mm from the other end. Is preferred because

  As described above, the present invention has been described along the examples and the modified examples, but the present invention is not limited to these.

  For example, in the examples and the modified examples, the packing (10) for a strip-shaped fragrance cartridge having a length of 42 mm, a width of 1.5 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm was used, but as an example, a length of 20 to 54 mm and a width of A filler for a strip-shaped aroma cartridge having a thickness of 0.5 to 3.0 mm and a thickness of 0.1 to 0.5 mm can be used. Further, in the case of a rod shape, it is possible to use a filler for an aroma cartridge having a length of 20 to 54 mm and an outer diameter of 0.2 to 3.0 mm.

  Further, as another example, the length of the strip-shaped or rod-shaped filler can be 34 mm or more, preferably 50 mm or less, and more preferably 34 to 50 mm.

  The strip-shaped or rod-shaped filler as described above is preferable because heating with the smoking article body easily generates an aerosol containing an aromatic component of non-tobacco material.

  Further, the filler for an aroma cartridge contains a non-tobacco material as an aroma source and an aerosol former, and contains the non-tobacco material as an aroma source in an amount of 30% by mass or more and 90% by mass or less, and the aerosol former. Is contained in an aerosol-forming base material having the filler for an aroma cartridge in an amount of 0.12 g or more, and the aerosol former is contained in an aerosol former in an amount of 0.12 g or more. When it is configured to contain not less than 02 g, it is possible to obtain an aroma cartridge that can enjoy the natural aroma of non-tobacco materials.

  In the present specification, the term "stick-shaped packing for aroma cartridge" refers to a shape having a longitudinal direction, and a cross section in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction is a packing for a perfect circular or elliptical aroma cartridge. Say In the “stick-shaped packing for aroma cartridge”, “outer diameter” means a diameter when the cross section is a perfect circle, and a length of a major axis when the cross section is an ellipse. Furthermore, in the present specification, even when the cross section in the direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction is a polygon, it is a “stick-shaped packing for aroma cartridges”, and among one or more circles circumscribing the polygon, The diameter of the circumscribed circle having the largest diameter is referred to as “outer diameter”.

  Further, in the embodiment and the modified example, the aerosol-forming base material (20) in which the packing for the fragrance cartridge (10) is wound around the packing member (30) is used. It is good also as composition which also serves as packaging member (30) which winds thing (10). The stable aerosol airflow makes it easier for the user to inhale the fragrance component.

  Further, in the fragrance cartridge according to the embodiment and the modified example, a lid may be disposed on the upstream U side of the aerosol-forming base material (20). Thus, the fragrance of the fragrance cartridge filler (10) can be prevented from being dissipated, and the fragrance cartridge filler (10) can be prevented from falling off the fragrance cartridge when the fragrance cartridge is transported, for example. is there. The lid can be formed of a filter, paper, sponge, or the like. Furthermore, it is also possible to arrange the lid on the downstream D side of the aerosol-forming substrate (20).

  Further, the first and second binders may be configured to also serve as a non-tobacco material that is a source of aroma.

  Further, in the embodiment, the aerosol-forming base material (20), the cooling region defining member (40), the filter member (50), and the mouthpiece (60) are arranged adjacent to each other in this order, and the packaging member such as tobacco paper ( The fragrance cartridge was manufactured by winding the fragrance cartridge in (70), but the aerosol-forming base material (20), the cooling region determining member (40), the filter member (50), and the packaging member (70) formed in a cylindrical shape in advance were used. It can also be manufactured by inserting the mouthpiece (60) so as to be arranged in this order. It is also possible to manufacture by winding a part of the member with the packaging member (70) and then inserting the remaining member. As an example, the fragrance cartridge according to the fourth modification (see FIG. 15) includes a 42 mm long aerosol-forming base material (20) and a 25 mm long cooling region determining member (40), and a 83 mm long packaging member (70). ), And then a filter member (50) having a length of 16 mm can be inserted to manufacture.

  In the manufacture of the aroma cartridge according to the embodiment, the aerosol-forming substrate (20) (length 42 mm), the cooling region determining member (40) (length 25 mm), the filter member (50) (length 8 mm), and , A mouthpiece (60) (length 8 mm) was wrapped with a packaging member (70) having a length of 83 mm, which is the sum of the lengths of these members, but having a length shorter than the sum of the lengths of these members. It may be wound with a packaging member (70). For example, as shown in FIG. 17, all of the mouthpiece (60) (8 mm in length), the filter member (50) (8 mm in length), and the cooling region determining member (40) (25 mm in length) are combined with the aerosol forming base. The fragrance cartridge can be manufactured by winding the wrapping member (70) having a length covering a part of the material (20).

  In addition, in the aroma cartridge according to the embodiment and the modified example in which a plurality of strip-shaped fillers for aroma cartridges are arranged in the same longitudinal direction, for example, at the time of attachment to the smoking article main body, the aerosol-forming base material (20) The fragrance cartridge filling (10) included in the above is broken, and the problem of hindering use is reduced. In order to make the packing for aroma cartridges (10) hard to break, when the packing for aroma cartridges (10) is in the form of a strip, nine or more are included in the aerosol-forming base material (20), and in the case of a rod, Preferably, 15 or more are included in the aerosol-forming substrate (20).

  Further, if the length of such a rod-shaped or strip-shaped filler is substantially equal to the length of the aerosol-forming substrate (20), it becomes more difficult to break.

  It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes, improvements, combinations, and the like can be made.

  Hereinafter, the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to Production Examples and Examples. However, the technical scope of the present invention is not limited only to the following examples. In the following examples, operations were performed at room temperature (25 ° C.) unless otherwise specified. Unless otherwise specified, “%” and “parts” mean “% by mass” and “parts by mass”, respectively.

(Production Example 1)
Black tea leaves were dried at 70 ° C., pulverized, and used after passing through an 80-mesh sieve. The water content was 2% by mass.
Dry and crushed black tea leaves 100 parts by weight Glycerin 30 parts by weight Propylene glycol 30 parts by weight Menthol 5 parts by weight Microcrystalline cellulose 15 parts by weight Polyvinylpyrrolidone 10 parts by weight Sodium carboxymethylcellulose 4 parts by weight Xylitol 1.5 parts by weight Glucomannan 1 part by weight The mixture was placed in a mixer and mixed for 15 minutes to obtain a non-tobacco material composition.

  The microcrystalline cellulose of Production Example 1 used had an average particle diameter of 90 μm and a mass average molecular weight (Mw) of 36,000. Furthermore, the on-screen residue of microcrystalline cellulose having an opening of 75 μm is 52% by mass based on the total amount of microcrystalline cellulose, and the on-screen residue of microcrystalline cellulose having an opening of 250 μm is less than the total amount of microcrystalline cellulose. On the other hand, it was 1% by mass.

  The obtained non-tobacco material composition was subjected to a filling molding step [means] (F). The non-tobacco material composition was kneaded and dispersed in a three-roll mill to form a sheet having a desired thickness. In this production example, a step of putting the non-tobacco material composition into a three-roll mill, adding 20 parts by mass of pure water while observing the state of the sheet, pressing a doctor blade against the roll to collect the sheet-like material [means] Was repeated eight times.

  The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition thus obtained had a thickness of 0.3 mm. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, this cut product was processed into a rectangular shape having a width of 15 mm, a length of 50 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The weight of the processed sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was about 0.30 g. This sample is a sample to be subjected to evaluation 1 described later.

(Production Example 2)
A non-tobacco material composition was produced in the same manner as in Production Example 1. In a subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of a non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.1 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, this cut product was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet product processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 mm. The 150 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wrapped around paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , wrapped, and then glued to form a cylindrical shape (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The columnar material (roll) was cut into a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length, and 0.1 mm in thickness was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the filler with respect to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.60.

(Production Example 3)
A non-tobacco material composition was produced in the same manner as in Production Example 1. In the subsequent filling step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.3 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, the cut material was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The 50 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wrapped with paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , wrapped, and glued to form a columnar (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The columnar material (roll) thus obtained was cut to a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the filler with respect to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.60.

(Production Example 4)
A non-tobacco material composition was produced in the same manner as in Production Example 1. In the subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.5 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, the cut material was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.5 mm. The 30 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wound and wrapped with paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , and glued to form a columnar (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The columnar material (roll) thus obtained was cut to a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length, and 0.5 mm in thickness was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

(Production Example 5)
A non-tobacco material composition was prepared in the same manner as in Production Example 1 except that microcrystalline cellulose was not used.

  The obtained non-tobacco material composition was subjected to a filling molding step [means] (F). The non-tobacco material composition was kneaded and dispersed in a three-roll mill to form a sheet having a desired thickness. In this production example, a step of putting the non-tobacco material composition into a three-roll mill, adding 20 parts by mass of pure water while observing the state of the sheet, pressing a doctor blade against the roll to collect the sheet-like material [means] Was repeated eight times.

  The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition thus obtained had a thickness of 0.3 mm. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, the cut product was further processed into a rectangular shape having a width of 15 mm, a length of 50 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The weight of the processed sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was about 0.30 g. This sample is a sample to be subjected to evaluation 1 described later.

(Production Example 6)
In the same manner as in Production Example 5, a non-tobacco material composition was produced.

In a subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of a non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.1 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, this cut product was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a sheet cut product processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 mm. The 150 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wrapped around paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , wrapped, and then glued to form a cylindrical shape (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The cylinder (roll) was cut into a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length, and 0.1 mm in thickness was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

(Production Example 7)
In the same manner as in Production Example 5, a non-tobacco material composition was produced.

In the subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.3 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, the sheet was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The 50 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wrapped in paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , and glued to form a columnar sheet. The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The cylinder was cut into a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

(Production Example 8)
In the same manner as in Production Example 5, a non-tobacco material composition was produced.

In the subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.5 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, the cut material was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.5 mm. The 30 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wound and wrapped with paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , and glued to form a columnar (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The cylinder (roll) was cut into a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length and 0.5 mm in thickness was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

(Production Example 9)
A non-tobacco material composition was prepared in the same manner as in Production Example 1, except that methylcellulose was used instead of microcrystalline cellulose.

In the subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.3 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, the cut material was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The 50 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wrapped with paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , wrapped, and glued to form a columnar (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The cylinder (roll) was cut into a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

  Separately, the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition used in the present production example was cut into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm, and further processed into a rectangular shape having a width of 15 mm, a length of 50 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. . The weight of the processed sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was about 0.30 g. This sample is a sample to be subjected to evaluation 1 described later.

(Production Example 10)
A non-tobacco material composition was prepared in the same manner as in Production Example 1, except that the amount of microcrystalline cellulose was changed to 4 parts by mass.

In the subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.3 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, the cut material was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The 50 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wrapped with paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , wrapped, and glued to form a columnar (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The cylinder (roll) was cut into a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

  Separately, a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition of this production example was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm, and further processed into a rectangular shape having a width of 15 mm, a length of 50 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The weight of the processed sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was about 0.30 g. This sample is a sample to be subjected to evaluation 1 described later.

(Production Example 11)
The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 2 was cut into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter. Next, this cut product was further cut to a length of 1.5 mm and a width of 210 mm using a rotary cutter of a rotary blade type to obtain a cut sheet. Ninety-three cut sheets were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut to a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length, and 0.1 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.59.

(Production Example 12)
The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 3 was cut into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter. Next, this cut product was further cut to a length of 1.5 mm and a width of 210 mm using a rotary cutter of a rotary blade type to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one cut pieces of this sheet were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut to a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.59.

(Production Example 13)
The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 4 was cut into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter. Next, this cut product was further cut to a length of 1.5 mm and a width of 210 mm using a rotary cutter of a rotary blade type to obtain a cut sheet. Nineteen sheet cuts were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.5 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.64 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material with respect to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.60.

(Production Example 14)
The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 10 was cut into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter. Next, this cut product was further cut to a length of 1.5 mm and a width of 210 mm using a rotary cutter of a rotary blade type to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one cut pieces of this sheet were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut to a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.59.

(Production Example 15)
The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 7 was cut into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter. Next, this cut product was further cut to a length of 1.5 mm and a width of 210 mm using a rotary cutter of a rotary blade type to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one cut pieces of this sheet were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut to a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.59.

(Production Example 16)
The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 9 was cut into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter. Next, this cut product was further cut to a length of 1.5 mm and a width of 210 mm using a rotary cutter of a rotary blade type to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one cut pieces of this sheet were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut to a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.59.

  Table 1 below shows the width, length, thickness, and number of fillers for aroma cartridges contained in the aerosol-forming base material obtained in each of the production examples.

（参考例１）
製造例２で作製したエアロゾル形成基材と、円筒形状の中空管である支持要素と、マウスピースとなるフィルターとを準備した。支持要素の底面および上面の直径、すなわち外径をφ６．９ｍｍとし、中空部分については、φ４ｍｍの貫通穴とした。マウスピースとなるフィルターについては、長さ２３ｍｍのものを用いた。また、包装部材として、坪量３８ｇ／ｍ２の紙を用い、内径６．９ｍｍとなるように２周半の巻きを行い、のり付けをしたものを用いた。このように、坪量が、３２ｇ／ｍ^２以上４５ｇ／ｍ^２の紙を２周半巻いて紙製筒を作製し、包装部材とすると、加熱要素を差し込んで使用する喫煙具本体に使用される芳香カートリッジとして好適なものとなる。

(Reference Example 1)
The aerosol-forming base material produced in Production Example 2, a support element that is a hollow cylindrical tube, and a filter that becomes a mouthpiece were prepared. The diameter of the bottom surface and the top surface of the support element, that is, the outer diameter was φ6.9 mm, and the hollow portion was a through hole of φ4 mm. A filter having a length of 23 mm was used as a filter serving as a mouthpiece. Further, as the packaging member, a paper having a basis weight of 38 g / m2, two and a half turns wound so as to have an inner diameter of 6.9 mm, and glued was used. As described above, when a paper cylinder is manufactured by winding paper having a basis weight of 32 g / m ² or more and 45 g / m ² for two and a half turns, and used as a packaging member, it is used for a smoking article main body into which a heating element is inserted. It becomes suitable as a fragrance cartridge.

An adhesive was applied inside the paper cylinder, a filter was inserted from the other end to form a mouthpiece, a support element was inserted from one end, and then an aerosol-forming substrate was inserted. Further, paper having a basis weight of 40 g / m ² was wound around the mouthpiece so as to substantially overlap the mouthpiece. Thus, an aroma cartridge was produced.

(Reference Example 2)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 1 except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 3 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 2.

(Reference Example 3)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 1 except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 4 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 2.

(Reference Example 4)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 1, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 10 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 2.

(Reference Comparative Example 1)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 1, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 6 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 2.

(Reference Comparative Example 2)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Comparative Example 1, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 7 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 6.

(Reference Comparative Example 3)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Comparative Example 1 except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 8 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 6.

(Example 1)
An aerosol-forming base material produced in Production Example 11; and a cooling region determining member (40) formed by winding cardboard into a cylindrical shape having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm, a length of 25 mm, and a thickness of 0.5 mm. A filter member (50) made of a cellulose acetate fiber formed into a cylindrical shape having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm, a length of 8 mm and a thickness of 0.5 mm, and a filter member having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm and a length of 5.5 mm; A mouthpiece (60) formed by winding cardboard into a cylindrical shape so that the diameter of the mouthpiece becomes 8 mm, and a paper packaging member (70) having a length of 20 mm and a width of 83 mm were prepared.

  From the upstream side U to the downstream side D, the aerosol-forming base material (20), the cooling region determining member (40), the filter member (50), and the mouthpiece (60) are arranged adjacent to each other in this order, and then the adhesive is applied. And wound up with a packaging member (70) to give an aroma cartridge (80). The fragrance cartridge of this embodiment has a cylindrical appearance with an outer diameter of approximately 5.5 mm and a length of 83 mm.

  The aerosol-forming substrate (20), the cooling area defining member (40), the filter member (50), and the mouthpiece (60) are packaged by a packaging member (70). The longitudinal directions of the aerosol-forming substrate (20), the cooling region defining member (40), the filter member (50), the mouthpiece (60), and the fragrance cartridge (80) are parallel to each other. In addition, the direction which connects the arrangement position of the aerosol-forming substrate (20) and the arrangement position of the mouthpiece (60), that is, the aerosol-forming substrate (20), the cooling region determining member (40), the filter member (50), and the mouse The direction in which the four elements of the piece (60) are arranged adjacent to each other is the longitudinal direction of the aroma cartridge (80). Along the longitudinal direction of the aroma cartridge (80), the side on which the aerosol-forming substrate (20) is disposed is defined as the upstream side U, and the side on which the mouthpiece (60) is disposed is defined as the downstream D side.

(Example 2)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 1 except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 12 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 11.

(Example 3)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 1, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 13 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 11.

(Example 4)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 1 except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 14 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 11.

(Comparative Example 1)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 1 except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 15 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 11.

(Comparative Example 2)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 1 except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 16 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 11.

  The following evaluation was performed on the non-tobacco material composition sheet and the aroma cartridge obtained by the above method.

(Evaluation 1)
Regarding a rectangular sample having a width of 15 mm, a length of 50 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm obtained from the sheets of the non-tobacco material composition prepared in Production Examples 1, 5, 9, and 10 The length, width, thickness, and volume before and after drying by irradiation with a halogen lamp were measured, and the changes were quantitatively measured.

  For the measurement of the amount of change, a halogen moisture meter (electronic halogen moisture meter) (manufactured by Bangxi Instrument Technology Co. Ltd., model number: DHS-50-5) was used.

  The sample was placed on a sample dish of a halogen moisture analyzer, and the sample was heated from above the sample dish by a halogen lamp installed in a heater cover. The heating temperature was 105 ° C., and the length, width, thickness, and volume of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition after a predetermined drying time had elapsed were measured. The drying time was set to 0 minute, 10 minutes, and 15 minutes, and the measurement was performed after each lapse.

  Table 2 below shows the definition formulas and symbols of the change rates of the length, width, thickness, and volume.

評価１の測定結果を、下記表３に示す。なお、微結晶セルロースの代わりに、微結晶構造を有さないメチルセルロースを用いた製造例９において作製した非タバコ材組成物のシートから得られたサンプルについて測定したところ、各変化率は製造例５と同様だった。そのため、下記表３では、製造例１、製造例５、および製造例１０の測定結果を示す。

Table 3 below shows the measurement results of Evaluation 1. The rate of change was measured for samples obtained from sheets of the non-tobacco material composition prepared in Production Example 9 using methyl cellulose having no microcrystalline structure instead of microcrystalline cellulose. Was similar to Therefore, Table 3 below shows the measurement results of Production Example 1, Production Example 5, and Production Example 10.

上記表３から明らかなように、製造例１および製造例１０のサンプルの各変化率は、製造例５のサンプルの変化率と比べて、低い値であることがわかった。

As is clear from Table 3 above, the rate of change of each of the samples of Production Example 1 and Production Example 10 was lower than that of the sample of Production Example 5.

(Evaluation 2)
The following evaluation was performed about the fragrance cartridge manufactured in Reference Examples 1-4 and Comparative Comparative Examples 1-3.

  The outline of the smoking article body to be used will be described. ICOS (registered trademark), which is a heating-type smoking device manufactured by Philip Morris, was used as the smoking device body. The smoking article has a configuration as shown in FIG. In particular, the heating element (211) is 4.5 mm wide, 12 mm long to the tip, and 0.4 mm thick. The inner diameter of the insert (210) is 7 mm, which is approximately equal to the outer shape of the fragrance cartridge. The heating element (211) generates heat by electric power supplied from a battery (not shown) provided in the smoking article main body (200), and reaches approximately 370 ° C. With the built-in control system, consumption of one fragrance cartridge is completed by 14 times of suction. In addition, when the fragrance cartridges of the reference example and the reference comparative example are inserted, the fragrance cartridge portion that appears outside from the smoking article main body is approximately 20 mm.

  The fragrance cartridges produced in Reference Examples 1 to 4 and Reference Comparative Examples 1 to 3 were smoked with the smoking article body, and then a drop test of the fragrance cartridge filling was performed.

The drop test was performed and evaluated as follows. One end U of the aroma cartridge after smoking was directed vertically downward, and was shaken up and down to observe the presence or absence of popping out and falling of the filler. The evaluation criteria are as follows, and a rank A is practicable:
Rank A: Jumping out or falling was not seen. Rank B: Jumping out or falling.

(Evaluation 3)
A drop test of the packing for aroma cartridges after storage at 45 ° C. for a predetermined period was performed and evaluated as follows.

The fragrance cartridges manufactured in Reference Examples 1 to 4 and Reference Comparative Examples 1 to 3 are filled in a paper box having a long side of 70 mm, a short side of 14 mm, and a height of 45 mm so that the aerosol-forming substrate faces the bottom. did. Thus, the prepared box containing the fragrance cartridge was left under an environment of 45 ° C. for 2 weeks. Thereafter, the fragrance cartridge was taken out of the box, and one end side U of the fragrance cartridge was directed vertically downward, and the presence or absence of popping out and dropping of the fragrance cartridge filling was observed. The evaluation criteria are as follows, and rank A is practicable:
Rank A: Jumping out or falling was not seen. Rank B: Jumping out or falling.

  The results of Evaluation 2 and Evaluation 3 are shown in Table 4 below.

上記表４から明らかなように、参考例１〜４の芳香カートリッジは、ユーザーのハンドリング性が良好であることがわかった。

As is clear from Table 4 above, it was found that the fragrance cartridges of Reference Examples 1 to 4 had good handleability for the user.

(Evaluation 4)
A rectangular 1.5-mm-wide, 12.0-mm-long, 0.3-mm-thick rectangular sheet obtained from the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition produced in Production Example 3, Production Example 7, Production Example 9, and Production Example 10. The length, width, thickness, and volume of the sample having a shape before and after drying by irradiation with a halogen lamp were measured, and the amount of change was quantitatively measured.

  For the measurement of the amount of change, a halogen moisture meter (electronic halogen moisture meter) (manufactured by Bangxi Instrument Technology Co. Ltd., model number: DHS-50-5) was used.

  The sample was placed on a sample dish of a halogen moisture analyzer, and the sample was heated from above the sample dish by a halogen lamp installed in a heater cover. The heating temperature was 105 ° C., and the length, width, thickness, and volume of the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition after a predetermined drying time had elapsed were measured. The drying time was set to 0 minute, 10 minutes, and 15 minutes, and the measurement was performed after each lapse.

  Table 5 below shows the definition formulas and symbols for the change rates of the length, width, thickness, and volume.

評価４の測定結果を、下記表６に示す。なお、微結晶セルロースの代わりに、微結晶構造を有さないメチルセルロースを用いた製造例９において作製した非タバコ材組成物のシートから得られたサンプルについて測定したところ、各変化率は製造例７と同様だった。そのため、下記表６では、製造例３、製造例７、および製造例１０の測定結果を示す。

Table 6 below shows the measurement results of Evaluation 4. In addition, when the sample obtained from the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition produced in Production Example 9 using methylcellulose having no microcrystalline structure instead of the microcrystalline cellulose was measured, each rate of change was as shown in Production Example 7. Was similar to Therefore, Table 6 below shows the measurement results of Production Example 3, Production Example 7, and Production Example 10.

上記表６から明らかなように、製造例３および製造例１０のサンプルの各変化率は、製造例７のサンプルの変化率と比べて、低い値であることがわかった。

As is clear from Table 6, the change rates of the samples of Production Example 3 and Production Example 10 were lower than those of the sample of Production Example 7.

(Evaluation 5)
The following evaluation was performed about the fragrance cartridge manufactured in Examples 1-4 and Comparative Examples 1-2.

  The outline of the used smoking article main body will be described. Glow (registered trademark) which is a heating-type smoking device manufactured by British American Tobacco Inc. was used as the smoking device main body. The smoking article has a configuration as shown in FIG. Specifically, the smoking article main body (400) is provided with an insertion portion (450) for inserting the fragrance cartridge (500). There is an exterior part (410) of the smoking article main body (400), and the heating part (440) surrounding the fragrance cartridge heats the aerosol-forming substrate (110) of the fragrance cartridge to generate aerosol and smoke. At the time of smoking from the other end D, air flows in from the vent hole (431), and the generated aerosol passes through the hollow cylindrical member (530), the transfer member (130), and the mouthpiece (140) and is smoked. . The control unit (420) includes a battery or a control unit for the heating unit.

  The aroma cartridges produced in Examples 1 to 4 and Comparative Examples 1 and 2 were inserted into the smoking article main body, and a smoking test was performed.

The smoking test was performed as follows. Twenty of the produced aroma cartridges were filled in a paper box having a long side of 55 mm, a short side of 12 mm, and a height of 85 mm such that the aerosol-forming base material was directed to the bottom. The prepared fragrance cartridge was left in an environment of 45 ° C. for 2 weeks, and the handleability of the fragrance cartridge when smoking was evaluated based on the following evaluation criteria. A rank A is practical:
Rank A: There is no deformation of the fragrance cartridge at the time of insertion or removal, and there is no protrusion of the filler. Rank B: At the time of insertion or removal, the fragrance cartridge has some deformation or the filler has popped out.

(Evaluation 6)
A drop test of the packing for aroma cartridges after storage at 45 ° C. for a predetermined period was performed and evaluated as follows.

The aroma cartridges manufactured in Examples 1 to 4 and Comparative Examples 1 and 2 were filled in a paper box having a long side of 55 mm, a short side of 12 mm, and a height of 85 mm so that the aerosol-forming substrate faced the bottom. . Thus, the prepared box containing the fragrance cartridge was left under an environment of 45 ° C. for 2 weeks. Thereafter, the fragrance cartridge was taken out of the box, and one end side U of the fragrance cartridge was directed vertically downward, and the presence or absence of popping out and dropping of the fragrance cartridge filling was observed. The evaluation criteria are as follows, and rank A is practicable:
Rank A: Jumping out or falling was not seen. Rank B: Jumping out or falling.

  The results of Evaluation 5 and Evaluation 6 are shown in Table 7 below.

上記表７から明らかなように、実施例１〜４の芳香カートリッジは、実用可能であることがわかった。

As is clear from Table 7, it was found that the aroma cartridges of Examples 1 to 4 were practical.

  According to the embodiment of the present invention described above, the following effects can be obtained.

  According to the present invention, in a filler for an aroma cartridge used for a smoking article using a non-tobacco material that can enjoy the aroma and taste of a plant that does not contain tobacco components, the shrinkage over time during production or storage And a change in volume can be reduced. Therefore, according to the present invention, it is possible to provide a means for preventing the fragrance cartridge filler from falling off or falling from the fragrance cartridge before and after use during handling by the user. .

  Further, according to the present invention, by reducing the shrinkage and the change in volume of the packing for aroma cartridges, the space of the packing for aroma cartridges through which the aerosol passes can be kept constant irrespective of the storage period and the temperature conditions after production. The size can be maintained, and a suitable feeling of use can be maintained.

(Production Example 17)
Menthol 100 parts by mass Ethyl alcohol 200 parts by mass Polyvinyl polypyrrolidone 200 parts by mass The above was weighed and menthol was dissolved in ethyl alcohol to obtain a menthol ethyl alcohol solution. The above polyvinyl polypyrrolidone was added to the menthol ethyl alcohol solution, and the mixture was stirred and mixed to obtain a menthol / ethyl alcohol / polyvinyl polypyrrolidone mixture (menthol dissolved product).

Xylitol 100 parts by mass Water 400 parts by mass The above components were stirred and mixed to obtain xylitol / water solution.

Next, the leaves of the black tea were dried at 70 ° C., pulverized, and passed through an 80-mesh sieve. The water content was 2% by mass.
Dry and ground tea leaf 100 parts by mass Menthol / ethyl alcohol / polyvinyl polypyrrolidone mixture 25 parts by mass Methyl cellulose 15 parts by mass Glycerin 30 parts by mass propylene glycol 30 parts by mass Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose 4 parts by mass Xylitol / aqueous solution 8 parts by mass Glucomannan 1 part by mass The mixture was placed in a mixer and mixed for 15 minutes to obtain a non-tobacco material composition.

  The obtained non-tobacco material composition was subjected to a filling molding step [means] (F). The non-tobacco material composition was kneaded and dispersed in a three-roll mill to form a sheet having a desired thickness. In this example, a step [means] of charging the non-tobacco material composition into a three-roll mill, adding 20 parts by mass of pure water while observing the state of the sheet, and pressing a doctor blade against the roll to collect a sheet-like material is provided. Repeated eight times.

The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition thus obtained had a thickness of 0.3 mm. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, this cut product was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a sheet cut product processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The 50 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wrapped with paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , wrapped, and glued to form a columnar (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The columnar material (roll) thus obtained was cut to a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material including a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 240 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 8 below.

(Production Example 18)
In the same manner as in Production Example 17, a non-tobacco material composition was produced. In the subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.1 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, the cut material was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet processed into a shape having a width of 1.0 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 mm. The 225 sheet cut materials were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wound and wrapped with a paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , and then glued to form a cylindrical shape (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The columnar material (roll) was cut into a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.0 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length, and 0.1 mm in thickness was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 8 below.

(Production Example 19)
In the same manner as in Production Example 17, a non-tobacco material composition was produced. In the subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.5 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, this cut product was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a sheet cut product processed into a shape having a width of 2.0 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.5 mm. The 23 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wound around paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , wrapped, and glued to form a cylindrical shape (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The cylinder (roll) was cut into a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 2.0 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length and 0.5 mm in thickness was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 8 below.

(Production Example 20)
A non-tobacco material composition was prepared in the same manner as in Production Example 18 except that polyvinylpyrrolidone was used instead of polyvinylpolypyrrolidone. The polyvinyl pyrrolidone is a water-soluble polymer.

In the subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.1 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, this cut product was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a sheet cut product processed into a shape having a width of 1.0 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 mm. The 225 sheet cut materials were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wound and wrapped with a paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , and then glued to form a cylindrical shape (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The cylinder (roll) was cut into a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.0 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length, and 0.1 mm in thickness was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-forming filler to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.60.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 8 below.

(Production Example 21)
A non-tobacco material composition was produced in the same manner as in Production Example 17, except that polyvinylpolypyrrolidone was mixed with ethyl alcohol, and then menthol was dissolved.

In the subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.3 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, this cut product was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a sheet cut product processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The 50 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wrapped with paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , wrapped, and glued to form a columnar (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The cylinder was cut into a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 240 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is listed in Table 8.

(Production Example 22)
Menthol 100 parts by mass Ethyl alcohol 400 parts by mass The above was weighed and menthol was dissolved in ethyl alcohol to prepare a menthol / ethyl alcohol solution.
100 parts by mass of xylitol 400 parts by mass of water The above components were stirred and mixed to prepare xylitol / water solution.
Dry and ground tea leaves 100 parts by weight Menthol / ethyl alcohol solution 25 parts by weight Polyvinyl polypyrrolidone 20 parts by weight Methyl cellulose 15 parts by weight Glycerin 30 parts by weight propylene glycol 30 parts by weight Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose 4 parts by weight Xylitol / aqueous solution 8 parts by weight glucomannan One part by mass was charged into a mixer and mixed for 15 minutes to obtain a non-tobacco material composition.

  The obtained non-tobacco material composition was subjected to a filling molding step [means] (F). The non-tobacco material composition was kneaded and dispersed in a three-roll mill to form a sheet having a desired thickness. In this example, a step [means] of charging the non-tobacco material composition into a three-roll mill, adding 20 parts by mass of pure water while observing the state of the sheet, pressing a doctor blade against the roll, and collecting a sheet-like material is included. Repeated eight times.

The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition thus obtained had a thickness of 0.3 mm. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, this cut product was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a sheet cut product processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The 50 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wrapped with paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , wrapped, and glued to form a columnar (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. An aerosol-forming base containing a filler for an aromatic cartridge having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 12.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm is obtained by cutting the columnar material (roll) into a length of 12.0 mm. Material. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the filler with respect to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.60.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d Is shown in Table 8 below.

(Production Example 23)
A non-tobacco material composition was prepared in the same manner as in Production Example 22 except that polyvinylpolypyrrolidone was not used.

The subsequent filling molding step [means] was performed in the same manner as in Production Example 18. In the subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.1 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, this cut product was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a sheet cut product processed into a shape having a width of 1.0 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 mm. The 225 sheet cut materials were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wound and wrapped with a paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , and then glued to form a cylindrical shape (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. An aerosol-forming base containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.0 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length, and 0.1 mm in thickness is cut into a 12.0 mm length and cut into a column (scroll) in this manner. Material. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 8 below.

(Production Example 24)
Except for using 10 parts by mass of a menthol / ethyl alcohol / polyvinyl polypyrrolidone mixture, in the same manner as in Production Example 17, for an aromatic cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 12.0 mm in length, and 0.3 mm in thickness. An aerosol-forming substrate containing the filler was prepared. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 8 below.

(Production Example 25)
Except for using 50 parts by mass of a menthol / ethyl alcohol / polyvinylpolypyrrolidone mixture (menthol solution), the same as in Production Example 17 except that the mixture had a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 12.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. An aerosol-forming substrate containing a shaped filler for an aroma cartridge was prepared. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.60.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 8 below.

（製造例２６）
製造例１７で得られた非タバコ材組成物のシートをカッターで縦１５０ｍｍ、横２１０ｍｍの矩形状に切断した後、さらに回転刃方式のロータリーカッターを使用して、縦１．５ｍｍ、横２１０ｍｍとなるように切断を行い、シート切断物を得た。このシート切断物３１本を、包装部材であるタバコ紙で巻き、外径５．５ｍｍの巻物を作製した。最後に、この巻物をカッターで４２．０ｍｍの長さに切断し、幅１．５ｍｍ、長さ４２．０ｍｍ、厚さ０．３ｍｍの形状の芳香カートリッジ用充填物を有するエアロゾル形成基材を得た。前記エアロゾル形成基材の質量は０．６３ｇであり、エアロゾル形成基材の容積に対して、芳香カートリッジ用充填物の体積充填率は、０．５９であった。

(Production Example 26)
After cutting the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 17 into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter, further using a rotary cutter type rotary cutter, 1.5 mm in length and 210 mm in width. The sheet was cut to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one cut pieces of this sheet were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material having a filling for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.59.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 9 below.

(Production Example 27)
After cutting the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 18 into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter, further using a rotary cutter-type rotary cutter, the length is 1.0 mm and the width is 210 mm. The sheet was cut to obtain a cut sheet. The 142 cut sheets were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material having a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.0 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.1 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.64 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge filling to the volume of the aerosol-forming base material was 0.59.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 9 below.

(Production Example 28)
After cutting the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 19 into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter, further using a rotary cutter type rotary cutter, a length of 2.0 mm and a width of 210 mm were used. The sheet was cut to obtain a cut sheet. The 14 cut sheets were wound around a cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material having a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 2.0 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.5 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.59.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 9 below.

(Production Example 29)
After cutting the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 20 into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter, further using a rotary cutter of a rotary blade type, a length of 1.0 mm and a width of 210 mm were used. The sheet was cut to obtain a cut sheet. The 142 cut sheets were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material having a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.0 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.1 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.64 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material with respect to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.60.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 9 below.

(Production Example 30)
After cutting the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 21 into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter, further using a rotary cutter type rotary cutter, the length of 1.5 mm and the width of 210 mm were used. The sheet was cut to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one cut pieces of this sheet were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material having a filling for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.59.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 9 below.

(Production Example 31)
After cutting the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 22 into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter, further using a rotary cutter type rotary cutter, 1.5 mm in length and 210 mm in width The sheet was cut to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one cut pieces of this sheet were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material having a filling for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.59.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 9 below.

(Production Example 32)
After cutting the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 23 into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter, further using a rotary cutter type rotary cutter, a length of 1.0 mm and a width of 210 mm were used. The sheet was cut to obtain a cut sheet. The 142 cut sheets were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material having a filler for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.0 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.1 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.64 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material with respect to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.60.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 9 below.

(Production Example 33)
After cutting the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 8 into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter, further using a rotary cutter type rotary cutter, 1.5 mm in length and 210 mm in width. The sheet was cut to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one cut pieces of this sheet were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material having a filling for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.59.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 9 below.

(Production Example 34)
After cutting the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 9 into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter, further using a rotary cutter of a rotary blade type, a length of 1.0 mm and a width of 210 mm were used. The sheet was cut to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one cut pieces of this sheet were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll is cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming base material having a filling for an aroma cartridge having a shape of 1.5 mm in width, 42.0 mm in length and 0.3 mm in thickness. Was. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-filling material to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate was 0.59.

  The menthol content d (0) of the packing for aroma cartridges d (0), the mass d (24) after standing at 5 ° C. for 24 hours, the mass d (48) after standing at 5 ° C. for 48 hours, and the menthol reduction rate d is shown in Table 9 below.

各製造例で得られたエアロゾル形成基材に含まれる芳香カートリッジ用充填物の幅、長さ、厚さ、および本数を、下記表１０に示す。

Table 10 below shows the width, length, thickness, and number of fillers for aroma cartridges contained in the aerosol-forming base material obtained in each of the production examples.

（参考例５）
製造例１７で作製したエアロゾル形成基材と、円筒形状の中空管である支持要素（図２中の３００）と、マウスピースとなるフィルター（図２中の１４０）とを準備した。支持要素（図２中の３００）の底面および上面の直径、すなわち外径をφ６．９ｍｍとし、中空部分については、φ４ｍｍの貫通穴とした。マウスピースとなるフィルター（図２中の１４０）については、長さ２３ｍｍのものを用いた。また、包装部材として、坪量３８ｇ／ｍ^２の紙を用い、内径６．９ｍｍとなるように２周半の巻きを行い、のり付けをしたものを用いた。このように、坪量が、３２ｇ／ｍ^２以上４５ｇ／ｍ^２以下の紙を２周半巻いて紙製筒を作製し、包装部材とすると、加熱要素を差し込んで使用する喫煙具本体に使用される芳香カートリッジとして好適である。

(Reference Example 5)
The aerosol-forming base material produced in Production Example 17, a support element (300 in FIG. 2), which is a cylindrical hollow tube, and a filter (140 in FIG. 2) to be a mouthpiece were prepared. The diameter of the bottom surface and the top surface of the support element (300 in FIG. 2), that is, the outer diameter was 6.9 mm, and the hollow portion was a 4 mm through hole. As a filter (140 in FIG. 2) serving as a mouthpiece, a filter having a length of 23 mm was used. Further, as the packaging member, a paper having a basis weight of 38 g / m ² , wound around two and a half turns so as to have an inner diameter of 6.9 mm, and glued was used. As described above, when a paper cylinder is manufactured by winding paper having a basis weight of 32 g / m ² or more and 45 g / m ² or less two and a half times and used as a packaging member, it is used for a smoking article main body that is used by inserting a heating element. It is suitable as an aroma cartridge to be used.

An adhesive is applied to the inside of a paper cylinder as a packaging member (150 in FIG. 2), a filter is inserted from the other end D to form a mouthpiece, and a support element (300 in FIG. ) And then an aerosol-forming substrate (110 in FIG. 2). Further, a paper having a basis weight of 40 g / m ² was wound around the mouthpiece so as to substantially overlap the mouthpiece (140 in FIG. 2).

  Thus, an aroma cartridge was produced.

(Reference Example 6)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 5 except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 18 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 17.

(Reference Example 7)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 19 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 17.

(Reference Example 8)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 21 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 17.

(Reference Example 9)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 22 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 17.

(Reference Example 10)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 24 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 17.

(Reference Example 11)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 5 except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 25 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 17.

(Reference Comparative Example 4)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 5 except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 20 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 17.

(Reference Comparative Example 5)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 23 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 17.

(Example 5)
An aerosol-forming base material produced in Production Example 11; and a cooling region determining member (40) formed by winding cardboard into a cylindrical shape having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm, a length of 25 mm, and a thickness of 0.5 mm. A filter member (50) made of a cellulose acetate fiber formed into a cylindrical shape having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm and a length of 8 mm, and a filter member (50) having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm, a length of 8 mm and a thickness of 0 A mouthpiece (60) formed by winding cardboard into a cylindrical shape so as to have a thickness of 0.5 mm and a paper packaging member (70) having a length of 20 mm and a width of 83 mm were prepared.

  From the upstream side U to the downstream side D, the aerosol-forming base material (20), the cooling region determining member (40), the filter member (50), and the mouthpiece (60) are arranged adjacent to each other in this order, and then the adhesive is applied. And wound up with a packaging member (70) to give an aroma cartridge (80). The fragrance cartridge of this embodiment has a cylindrical appearance with an outer diameter of approximately 5.5 mm and a length of 83 mm.

  The aerosol-forming substrate (20), the cooling area defining member (40), the filter member (50), and the mouthpiece (60) are packaged by a packaging member (70). The longitudinal directions of the aerosol-forming substrate (20), the cooling region defining member (40), the filter member (50), the mouthpiece (60), and the fragrance cartridge (80) are parallel to each other. In addition, the direction which connects the arrangement position of the aerosol-forming substrate (20) and the arrangement position of the mouthpiece (60), that is, the aerosol-forming substrate (20), the cooling region determining member (40), the filter member (50), and the mouse The direction in which the four elements of the piece (60) are arranged adjacent to each other is the longitudinal direction of the aroma cartridge (80). Along the longitudinal direction of the fragrance cartridge (80), the side on which the aerosol-forming substrate (20) is disposed is defined as the upstream side U, and the side on which the mouthpiece (60) is disposed is defined as the downstream side D.

(Example 6)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 27 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 26.

(Example 7)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 28 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 26.

(Example 8)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 30 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 26.

(Example 9)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 31 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 26.

(Example 10)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 33 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 26.

(Example 11)
An aroma cartridge was prepared in the same manner as in Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 34 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 26.

(Comparative Example 3)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 29 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 26.

(Comparative Example 4)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 5, except that the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 32 was used instead of the aerosol-forming substrate of Production Example 26.

[Evaluation]
The following evaluations were performed on the aroma cartridges obtained as described above.

(Evaluation 7-1)
Twenty fragrance cartridges prepared in Reference Examples 5 to 11 and Reference Comparative Examples 4 to 5 were placed in a paper box having a long side of 70 mm, a short side of 14 mm, and a height of 45 mm such that the aerosol-forming substrate faced the bottom. Filled. Thus, the prepared box containing the fragrance cartridge was left in a polyethylene bag for 48 hours in an environment of 5 ° C.

Thereafter, the aroma cartridge was taken out of the box and left for 1 day in a normal temperature and normal humidity environment, and the following evaluation was performed. Observing the surface of the aerosol-forming substrate of the aroma cartridge from one end side, using a 5 × magnifier, counting the number of white crystals for each one, using a 5 × magnifier, to see if white crystals of menthol appear, An average of 20 lines was determined and evaluated according to the following criteria:
Rank A: No white crystals are recognized Rank B: 1 to 4 white crystals Rank C: 5 or more white crystals Rank C loses menthol due to long-term storage and the refreshing feeling is impaired It is likely. A rank A and a rank B are practical.

(Evaluation 7-2)
Twenty fragrance cartridges prepared in Examples 5 to 11 and Comparative Examples 4 to 5 were filled in a paper box having a long side of 55 mm, a short side of 12 mm, and a height of 85 mm such that the aerosol-forming base material was directed to the bottom. . Thus, the prepared box containing the fragrance cartridge was left in a polyethylene bag for 48 hours in an environment of 5 ° C.

Thereafter, the aroma cartridge was taken out of the box and left for 1 day in a normal temperature and normal humidity environment, and the following evaluation was performed. Observing the surface of the aerosol-forming substrate of the aroma cartridge from one end side, using a 5 × magnifier, counting the number of white crystals for each one, using a 5 × magnifier, to see if white crystals of menthol appear, An average of 20 lines was determined and evaluated according to the following criteria:
Rank A: No white crystals are recognized Rank B: 1 to 4 white crystals Rank C: 5 or more white crystals Rank C loses menthol due to long-term storage and the refreshing feeling is impaired It is likely. A rank A and a rank B are practical.

(Evaluation 8-1)
The outline of the used smoking article main body will be described. ICOS (registered trademark), which is a heating-type smoking device manufactured by Philip Morris, was used as the smoking device body. The smoking article has a configuration as shown in FIG. In particular, the heating element (211) is 4.5 mm wide, 12 mm long to the tip, and 0.4 mm thick. The inner diameter of the insert (210) is 7 mm, which is approximately equal to the outer shape of the fragrance cartridge. The heating element (211) generates heat by electric power supplied from a battery (not shown) provided in the smoking article main body (200), and reaches approximately 370 ° C. With the built-in control system, consumption of one fragrance cartridge is completed by 14 times of suction. In addition, when the fragrance cartridges of the reference example and the reference comparative example are inserted, the fragrance cartridge portion that appears outside from the smoking article main body is approximately 20 mm.

  The fragrance cartridges manufactured in Reference Examples 5 to 11 and Reference Comparative Examples 4 to 5 were inserted into the smoking article main body, and a smoking test was performed.

The smoking test was performed as follows. Twenty pieces of the produced aroma cartridges were filled in a paper box having a long side of 70 mm, a short side of 14 mm, and a height of 45 mm so that the aerosol-forming substrate faced the bottom. A sensory test was conducted on the flavor of menthol using a sample in which the thus prepared aroma cartridge was left for 2 weeks in an environment at 25 ° C. and a sample immediately after the preparation. The sensory test was performed by five smokers, and the evaluation criteria (detailed evaluation) were as follows. The most frequent evaluation was shown in the column of comprehensive evaluation. If the overall rating is A, it is practical:
Rank A: The menthol flavor of the sample after standing is not changed as compared with immediately after the preparation. Rank B: The flavor of menthol is slightly weaker than the sample immediately after the preparation. Rank C: The standing of the menthol as compared to immediately after the preparation. The later sample has a distinctly weaker menthol flavor.

(Evaluation 8-2)
The outline of the used smoking article main body will be described. Glow (registered trademark) which is a heating-type smoking device manufactured by British American Tobacco Inc. was used as the smoking device main body. The smoking article has a configuration as shown in FIG. Specifically, the smoking article main body (400) is provided with an insertion portion (450) for inserting the fragrance cartridge (500). There is an exterior part (410) of the smoking article main body (400), and the heating part (440) surrounding the fragrance cartridge heats the aerosol-forming substrate (110) of the fragrance cartridge to generate aerosol and smoke. At the time of smoking from the other end side (20), air flows in from the vent hole (431), and the generated aerosol passes through the hollow cylindrical member (530), the transfer member (130), and the mouthpiece (140) and smokes. Is done. The control unit (420) includes a battery or a control unit for the heating unit.

  The aroma cartridges manufactured in Examples 5 to 11 and Comparative Examples 3 and 4 were inserted into the smoking article main body, and a smoking test was performed.

The smoking test was performed as follows. Twenty of the produced aroma cartridges were filled in a paper box having a long side of 55 mm, a short side of 12 mm, and a height of 85 mm such that the aerosol-forming base material was directed to the bottom. A sensory test was conducted on the flavor of menthol using a sample in which the thus prepared aroma cartridge was allowed to stand at 25 ° C. for 2 weeks and a sample immediately after preparation. The sensory test was performed by five smokers, and the evaluation criteria (detailed evaluation) were as follows. The most frequent evaluation was shown in the column of comprehensive evaluation. If the overall rating is A, it is practical:
Rank A: The menthol flavor of the sample after standing is not changed as compared with immediately after the preparation. Rank B: The flavor of menthol is slightly weaker than the sample immediately after the preparation. Rank C: The standing of the menthol as compared to immediately after the preparation. The later sample has a distinctly weaker menthol flavor.

  The results of Evaluation 7-1 and Evaluation 8-1 are shown in Table 11 below, and the results of Evaluation 7-2 and Evaluation 8-2 are shown in Table 12 below.

以上説明した本実施形態によれば、以下の効果を奏する。

According to the above-described embodiment, the following effects can be obtained.

  According to the present invention, in addition to the aroma and taste of plants that do not contain tobacco components, in a smoking device using a non-tobacco material that can enjoy the refreshing feeling of menthol, even after long-term storage, A filler for an aroma cartridge and an aroma cartridge that can maintain flavor can be provided.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, in addition to the aroma and taste of a plant that does not contain tobacco components, a smoking device using a non-tobacco material that can enjoy the refreshing feeling of menthol after long-term storage However, a non-tobacco material composition that can maintain the flavor of menthol can be produced.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, a non-tobacco material composition that can maintain the flavor of menthol even after long-term storage can be easily manufactured at low cost.

(Production Example 35)
Xylitol 100 parts by mass Water 400 parts by mass The above components were stirred and mixed to obtain xylitol / water solution.

  Next, the leaves of the black tea were dried at 70 ° C., pulverized, and passed through an 80-mesh sieve. The water content of the obtained dry pulverized product was 2% by mass. Similarly, a dried product of amachazuru was pulverized and used after passing through an 80-mesh sieve.

80 parts by mass of dried and crushed tea leaves 20 parts by mass of dried and crushed Amachazuru 20 parts by mass 15 parts by mass of methylcellulose 30 parts by mass of glycerol 30 parts by mass 4 parts by mass of sodium carboxymethylcellulose 8 parts by mass of xylitol / aqueous solution 8 parts by mass For 15 minutes to obtain a first mixture.

  The obtained first mixture was subjected to a second mixing step [means]. While mixing 100 parts by mass of the first mixture with a three-roll mill, 0.5 part by mass of glucomannan and 20 parts by mass of water were added. Thereafter, the step [means] of pressing a doctor blade against a roll to collect a sheet-like material was repeated eight times to obtain a second mixture (non-tobacco material composition). This step [means] is a step [means] that also serves as a part of the second mixing step [means] and the filling molding step [means] (F).

  The second mixture (non-tobacco material composition) was kneaded and dispersed by a three-roll mill to form a sheet having a desired thickness.

The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition thus obtained had a thickness of 0.3 mm. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, the cut material was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The 50 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wrapped with paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , wrapped, and glued to form a columnar (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The columnar material (roll) thus obtained was cut to a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a length of 12.0 mm, a width of 1.5 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-forming filler to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.60. The filler for an aroma cartridge contains 0.9 parts by mass of a polysaccharide (glucomannan), 100 parts by mass of a non-tobacco material, 19 parts by mass of a cellulose, and 60 parts by mass of an aerosol former. including.

  The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was extruded in the longitudinal direction so as to be parallel to the rotation axis of the roll, and extruded in the lateral direction in the rotation direction of the roll.

  The solution viscosity of sodium carboxymethylcellulose, which is a cellulose used in this production example, is 650 mPa · s (Brookfield viscometer, 1% by mass aqueous solution, 25 ° C.), and the solution viscosity of glucomannan, a polysaccharide, is It was 44,000 mPa · s (Brookfield viscometer, 1% by mass aqueous solution, 25 ° C.).

(Production Example 36)
Up to the first mixing step [means], a first mixture was produced in the same manner as in Production Example 35. The first mixture was sealed in a polyethylene bag and cured at a temperature of 20 ° C. for 6 days (144 hours) (curing step [means]). After the curing step [means], the apparent volume increased about 1.5 times. When the cured mixture after the curing step [means] was visually observed, it was found that the release of the pulverized tea was reduced compared to before the curing.

  Next, the obtained cured mixture was subjected to a second mixing step [means] to obtain a second mixture. Note that the second mixing step [means] was performed in the same manner as in Production Example 35. Using the above second mixture, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge was obtained in the same manner as in Production Example 35 below. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a length of 12.0 mm, a width of 1.5 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-forming filler to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.60.

(Production Example 37)
Xylitol 100 parts by mass Water 400 parts by mass The above components were stirred and mixed to obtain xylitol / water solution.

  Next, the leaves of the black tea were dried at 70 ° C., pulverized, and passed through an 80-mesh sieve. The water content of the obtained dry pulverized product was 2% by mass. Similarly, a dried product of amachazuru was pulverized and used after passing through an 80-mesh sieve.

Dry and crushed black tea leaves 80 parts by mass Dry and crushed amachazaru 20 parts by mass Methylcellulose 15 parts by mass Glycerin 30 parts by mass Propylene glycol 30 parts by mass Carboxymethylcellulose sodium 4 parts by mass Xylitol / water solution 8 parts by mass Glucomannan 0.5 mass Part 20 parts by weight of water were charged into a mixer and mixed for 15 minutes to obtain a first mixture.

  The obtained first mixture was mixed by a three-roll mill, and a step [means] of pressing a doctor blade against a roll to collect a sheet-like material was repeated eight times.

  The non-tobacco material composition was kneaded and dispersed in a three-roll mill to form a sheet having a desired thickness.

The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition thus obtained had a thickness of 0.3 mm. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, the cut material was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet processed into a shape having a width of 1.5 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm. The 50 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wound and wrapped with paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , and glued to form a columnar (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The columnar material (roll) thus obtained was cut to a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming substrate containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a length of 12.0 mm, a width of 1.5 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-forming filler to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.60. The filler for aroma cartridge contains 0.5 parts by mass of polysaccharide (glucomannan), 100 parts by mass of non-tobacco material, contains 19 parts by mass of cellulose, and 60 parts by mass of aerosol former. including.

  The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was extruded in the longitudinal direction so as to be parallel to the rotation axis of the roll, and extruded in the lateral direction in the rotation direction of the roll.

  The solution viscosity of sodium carboxymethylcellulose, which is a cellulose used in this production example, is 650 mPa · s (Brookfield viscometer, 1% by mass aqueous solution, 25 ° C.), and the solution viscosity of glucomannan, a polysaccharide, is It was 44,000 mPa · s (Brookfield viscometer, 1% by mass aqueous solution, 25 ° C.).

(Production Example 38)
A second mixture (non-tobacco material composition) was obtained in the same manner as in Production Example 36. In the subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.1 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, the cut material was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet processed into a shape having a width of 1.0 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 mm. The 225 sheet cut materials were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wound and wrapped with a paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , and then glued to form a cylindrical shape (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. The columnar material (roll) thus obtained was cut to a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a length of 12.0 mm, a width of 1.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 mm was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.29 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-forming filler to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.60.

(Production Example 39)
A second mixture (non-tobacco material composition) was obtained in the same manner as in Production Example 36. In the subsequent filling molding step [means] (F), a sheet of the non-tobacco material composition having a thickness of 0.5 mm was obtained. The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition was cut into a rectangle having a length of 150 mm and a width of 240 mm. Next, the cut material was supplied to a rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet processed into a shape having a width of 2.0 mm, a length of 240 mm, and a thickness of 0.5 mm. The 23 cut sheets were bundled, aligned in the longitudinal direction, wound around paper having a basis weight of 34 g / m ² , wrapped, and glued to form a cylindrical shape (roll). The inner diameter of the cylinder was 6.9 mm. A cylinder (roll) of the processed product was cut into a length of 12.0 mm to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a length of 12.0 mm, a width of 2.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.5 mm was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.30 g, and the volume filling ratio of the fragrance cartridge filler to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.62.

(Production Example 40)
Except that glucomannan was not added, a sheet of a non-tobacco material composition, a filler for an aroma cartridge, and an aerosol-forming substrate were produced in the same manner as in Production Example 37. However, it was difficult for the non-tobacco material composition produced in Production Example 40 to be formed into a sheet shape during molding using a three-roll mill. For the time being, although the non-tobacco material composition was formed into a sheet, only a non-tobacco material composition sheet that could not be evaluated by the following evaluation 9 was obtained.

(Production Example 41)
The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 35 was cut into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter. The cut sheet was further cut to a width of 1.5 mm and a length of 210 mm by using a rotary blade type rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one cut pieces of this sheet were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll was cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a length of 42.0 mm, a width of 1.5 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-forming filler to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.59.

(Production Example 42)
The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 36 was cut into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter. The cut sheet was further cut to a width of 1.5 mm and a length of 210 mm by using a rotary blade type rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one cut pieces of this sheet were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll was cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a length of 42.0 mm, a width of 1.5 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-forming filler to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.59.

(Production Example 43)
The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 37 was cut into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter. The cut sheet was further cut to a width of 1.5 mm and a length of 210 mm by using a rotary blade type rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet. Thirty-one cut pieces of this sheet were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll was cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a length of 42.0 mm, a width of 1.5 mm, and a thickness of 0.3 mm was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-forming filler to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.59.

(Production Example 44)
The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 38 was cut into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter. The cut sheet was further cut to a width of 1.0 mm and a length of 210 mm using a rotary blade type rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet. The 142 cut sheets were wound with cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll was cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a length of 42.0 mm, a width of 1.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.1 mm was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.64 g, and the volume filling rate of the aroma cartridge filling is 0.60 with respect to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate.

(Production Example 45)
The sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 39 was cut into a rectangular shape having a length of 150 mm and a width of 210 mm with a cutter. The cut sheet was further cut to a width of 2.0 mm and a length of 210 mm using a rotary blade type rotary cutter to obtain a cut sheet. The 14 cut sheets were wound around a cigarette paper as a packaging member to produce a roll having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm. Finally, the roll was cut into a length of 42.0 mm with a cutter to obtain an aerosol-forming substrate. That is, an aerosol-forming base material containing a filler for an aroma cartridge having a length of 42.0 mm, a width of 2.0 mm, and a thickness of 0.5 mm was obtained. The mass of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.63 g, and the volume filling ratio of the aroma cartridge-forming filler to the volume of the aerosol-forming substrate is 0.59.

(Production Example 46)
Except for using the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Example 40, a filler for an aroma cartridge and an aerosol-forming substrate were produced in the same manner as in Production Example 43. However, it was difficult for the non-tobacco material composition produced in Production Example 46 to be formed into a sheet shape during molding using a three-roll mill. For the time being, although the non-tobacco material composition was formed into a sheet, only a non-tobacco material composition sheet that could not be evaluated by the following evaluation 9 was obtained.

  The dimensions of the packing for aroma cartridges obtained in Production Examples 35 to 46 are described below. Also, in Table 13 below, for each production example, the timing of adding glucomannan when obtaining the non-tobacco material composition, the presence or absence of a curing step [means], and the filling for the aroma cartridge contained in the aerosol-forming base material Are also shown.

（参考例１２）
製造例３５で作製したエアロゾル形成基材と、円筒形状の中空管である支持要素（図２中の３００）と、マウスピースとなるフィルター（図２中の１４０）を準備した。支持要素（図２中の３００）の底面および上面の直径、すなわち外径をφ６．９ｍｍとし、中空部分について、φ４ｍｍの貫通穴とした。マウスピースとなるフィルター（図２中の１４０）については、長さ２３ｍｍのものを用いた。また、包装部材（図２中の１５０）として、坪量３８ｇ／ｍ^２の紙を用い、内径６．９ｍｍとなるように２周半の巻きを行い、のり付けをしたものを用いた。このように、坪量が、３２ｇ／ｍ２以上４５ｇ／ｍ２以下の紙を２周半巻いて紙製筒を作製し、当該紙製筒を包装部材として用いると、加熱要素を差し込んで使用する喫煙具本体に使用される芳香カートリッジとして好適である。

(Reference Example 12)
The aerosol-forming base material produced in Production Example 35, a support element (300 in FIG. 2) as a hollow tube having a cylindrical shape, and a filter (140 in FIG. 2) serving as a mouthpiece were prepared. The diameter of the bottom surface and the top surface of the support element (300 in FIG. 2), that is, the outer diameter was 6.9 mm, and the hollow portion was a 4 mm through hole. As a filter (140 in FIG. 2) serving as a mouthpiece, a filter having a length of 23 mm was used. Further, as a packaging member (150 in FIG. 2), a paper having a basis weight of 38 g / m ² , two and a half turns wound so as to have an inner diameter of 6.9 mm, and glued was used. As described above, when a paper cylinder having a basis weight of 32 g / m2 or more and 45 g / m2 or less is wound around two and a half turns to form a paper cylinder and the paper cylinder is used as a wrapping member, the heating element is inserted and used. It is suitable as a fragrance cartridge used for the ingredient body.

An adhesive is applied to the inside of a paper cylinder as a wrapping member (150 in FIG. 2), a filter is inserted from the other end D to form a mouthpiece (140 in FIG. 2), and supported from one end U. The element (300 in FIG. 2) was inserted, followed by the aerosol-forming substrate (110 in FIG. 2). Further, a paper having a basis weight of 40 g / m ² was wound around the mouthpiece so as to substantially overlap the mouthpiece (140 in FIG. 2).

  Thus, an aroma cartridge was produced.

(Reference Example 13)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 12, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 36 was used.

(Reference Example 14)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 12, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 38 was used.

(Reference Example 15)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 12, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 39 was used.

(Reference Example 16)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 12, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 37 was used.

(Reference Comparative Example 6)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Reference Example 12, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 40 was used. However, as described above, the non-tobacco material composition produced in Production Example 40 had poor moldability, the filling for the aroma cartridge was too soft, and there was difficulty in producing the aroma cartridge.

(Example 12)
The aerosol-forming base material produced in Production Example 41 and a cooling region determining member formed into a cylindrical shape by winding cardboard so as to have an outer diameter of 5.5 mm, a length of 25 mm, and a thickness of 0.5 mm (see FIG. 10) 40), a filter member (50 in FIG. 10) made of a cellulose acetate fiber formed into a cylindrical shape having an outer diameter of 5.5 mm and a length of 8 mm, and an outer diameter of 5.5 mm A mouthpiece (60 in FIG. 10) formed by winding cardboard into a cylindrical shape so as to have a length of 8 mm and a thickness of 0.5 mm, and a paper packaging member (70 in FIG. 10) having a length of 20 mm and a width of 83 mm. Was prepared.

  From the upstream side U to the downstream side D, the aerosol-forming base material (20 in FIG. 10), the cooling region determining member (40 in FIG. 10), the filter member (50 in FIG. 10), and the mouthpiece (FIG. 10) were arranged adjacent to each other in this order, and then wound up with a packaging member (70 in FIG. 10) to which an adhesive was applied, to obtain an aroma cartridge (80 in FIG. 10). The fragrance cartridge of this embodiment has a cylindrical appearance with an outer diameter of approximately 5.5 mm and a length of 83 mm.

  As illustrated by FIG. 10, the aerosol-forming substrate (20), the cooling area defining member (40), the filter member (50), and the mouthpiece (60) are packaged by a packaging member (70). The longitudinal directions of the aerosol-forming substrate (20), the cooling region defining member (40), the filter member (50), the mouthpiece (60), and the fragrance cartridge (80) are parallel to each other. In addition, the direction connecting the arrangement position of the aerosol-forming substrate (20) and the arrangement position of the mouthpiece (60), that is, the aerosol-forming substrate (20), the cooling region determining member (40), the filter member (50), and The direction in which the four elements of the mouthpiece (60) are arranged adjacent to each other is the longitudinal direction of the fragrance cartridge (80). Along the longitudinal direction of the aroma cartridge (80), the side on which the aerosol-forming substrate (20) is disposed is defined as the upstream side U, and the side on which the mouthpiece (60) is disposed is defined as the downstream side D.

(Example 13)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 12, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 42 was used.

(Example 14)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 12, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 44 was used.

(Example 15)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 12, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 45 was used.

(Example 16)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 12, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 43 was used.

(Comparative Example 5)
An aroma cartridge was produced in the same manner as in Example 12, except that the aerosol-forming substrate produced in Production Example 46 was used. However, as described above, the non-tobacco material composition produced in Production Example 46 had poor moldability, the filling for the aroma cartridge was too soft, and there was difficulty in producing the aroma cartridge.

[Evaluation]
The following evaluation was performed on the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition and the aroma cartridge obtained as described above.

(Evaluation 9)
The sheets of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Examples 35 to 37 (and Production Examples 41 to 43) were subjected to a strength test. Details of the test will be described with reference to FIG. For the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition produced in each of the above production examples, a set of clamps (600) having a width X of 10.0 cm in FIG. 18 was prepared, and the distance Y between the clamps (600) was 20.0 cm. A tensile test was performed. The sheet of each non-tobacco material composition used in the test had a thickness of 0.3 mm, a width of 10.0 cm, and a length of 22.0 cm. The test environment was 20 ° C. and 50% RH. One clamp is fixed by the fixing member (630), and the other clamp is pulled in the direction of the arrow (640) through the push-pull gauge (610) to break the sheet (620) of the non-tobacco material composition. Power was evaluated. Here, the force at which the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition is torn when the sheet or the like breaks into the sheet and begins to tear. The greater the force when the sheet is torn, the greater the toughness as a filler for an aroma cartridge.

  If the toughness is not sufficient, the strength at which the sheet of the non-tobacco material composition breaks when performing the above test in which the possibility of the filler dropping after smoking is called "sheet strength". The sheet strength is preferably 3.9N or more, more preferably 5.0N or more.

  The sheets of the non-tobacco material composition obtained in Production Examples 6 and 12 were very soft, and the sheet strength could not be evaluated by the above method.

(Evaluation 10-1)
The outline of the used smoking article main body will be described. ICOS (registered trademark), which is a heating-type smoking device manufactured by Philip Morris, was used as the smoking device body. The smoking article has a configuration as shown in FIG. In particular, the heating element (211) is 4.5 mm wide, 12 mm long to the tip, and 0.4 mm thick. The inner diameter of the insert (210) is 7 mm, which is approximately equal to the outer shape of the fragrance cartridge. The heating element (211) generates heat by electric power supplied from a battery (not shown) provided in the smoking article main body (200) and reaches about 350 ° C. With the built-in control system, the consumption of one fragrance cartridge is completed by 14 suctions. In addition, when the fragrance cartridge of this reference example is inserted, the fragrance cartridge portion that appears outside from the smoking article main body is approximately 20 mm.

The test was performed by inserting the fragrance cartridges manufactured in Reference Examples 12 to 16 and Reference Comparative Example 6 into the smoking article main body and smoking. In this test, the aroma of teas during smoking was evaluated by a sensory test based on the following evaluation criteria. The sensory test was conducted by five smokers.
-Evaluation criteria-,
Rank A: A level at which the scent of tea can be enjoyed during smoking. Rank B: A level at which the scent of tea is unsatisfactory during smoking.

(Evaluation 10-2)
The outline of the used smoking article main body will be described. Glow (registered trademark) which is a heating-type smoking device manufactured by British American Tobacco Inc. was used as the smoking device main body. The smoking article has a configuration as shown in FIG. Specifically, the smoking article main body (400) is provided with an insertion portion (450) for inserting the fragrance cartridge (500). There is an exterior part (410) of the smoking article main body (400), and the heating part (440) surrounding the fragrance cartridge heats the aerosol-forming substrate (110) of the fragrance cartridge to generate aerosol and smoke. At the time of smoking from the other end D, air flows in from the vent hole (431), and the generated aerosol passes through the hollow cylindrical member (530), the transfer member (130), and the mouthpiece (140) and is smoked. . The control unit (420) includes a battery or a control unit for the heating unit.

The test was performed by inserting the fragrance cartridges manufactured in Examples 12 to 16 and Comparative Example 5 into the smoking article main body and smoking. In this test, the aroma of teas during smoking was evaluated by a sensory test based on the following evaluation criteria. The sensory test was conducted by five smokers.
-Evaluation criteria-
Rank A: A level at which the scent of tea can be enjoyed during smoking. Rank B: A level at which the scent of tea is unsatisfactory during smoking.

(Evaluation 11-1)
For Reference Examples 12 to 16 and Reference Comparative Example 6, the drop of the filler after smoking was evaluated in the same manner as in Evaluation 10-1 above. One end U of the fragrance cartridge after smoking was directed vertically downward, and it was examined whether or not the fragrance cartridge filler had fallen. The filler after smoking (heating) tends to shrink and fall easily, and the inside or the surroundings of the smoking article main body may be soiled. Such inconvenience can be suppressed.
-Evaluation criteria-
Rank A: No falling object Rank B: Some of the filler for the aroma cartridge dropped (Evaluation 11-2)
The state of the fragrance cartridge when inserted into the smoking article body was evaluated. The feeling of use was examined by five smokers for any problem when inserting the fragrance cartridge.
-Evaluation criteria-
Rank A: No problem when inserting. Rank B: The fragrance cartridge is bent and difficult to insert.

  The above evaluations are shown in Tables 14 and 15 below.

上記表１４および１５によって示されるように、比較例５（製造例４６）および参考比較例６（製造例４０）では、成形性が悪く、十分な強度を有する芳香カートリッジ用充填物を得ることができなかった（評価９）。他方、参考例１２〜１６および実施例１２〜１６では、十分な強度を有する芳香カートリッジ用充填物が得られた（評価１０−１、１０−２）。さらに、参考例１２〜１６および実施例１２〜１６の芳香カートリッジ用充填物によれば、非タバコ材（茶類）の天然の芳香や味わい楽しむことができた。

As shown by the above Tables 14 and 15, in Comparative Example 5 (Production Example 46) and Reference Comparative Example 6 (Production Example 40), a filling for an aroma cartridge having poor moldability and sufficient strength was obtained. Failed (evaluation 9). On the other hand, in Reference Examples 12 to 16 and Examples 12 to 16, packings for aroma cartridges having sufficient strength were obtained (evaluation 10-1 and 10-2). Furthermore, according to the fillers for aroma cartridges of Reference Examples 12 to 16 and Examples 12 to 16, the natural aroma and taste of non-tobacco materials (teas) could be enjoyed.

  According to the above-described embodiment, the following effects can be obtained.

  Since the filler for an aroma cartridge according to the present invention has a sufficient strength, user handling properties when using the aroma cartridge are improved. Further, according to the filler for an aroma cartridge according to the present invention, it is possible to enjoy the aroma and taste of a plant (non-tobacco material) containing no tobacco component. Furthermore, according to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method [apparatus] for producing a filler for an aroma cartridge using the non-tobacco material.

  The embodiments to which the present invention is applied have been described above, but the present invention is not limited to these embodiments. The present invention can be variously modified based on the configurations described in the claims, and those modifications are also included in the scope of the present invention.

10, 111 Filler for aroma cartridge 20, 110 Aerosol-forming substrate 30, 151 Packaging member 40 Cooling region determining member 50 Filter member 50a, 50b Hole 50m Mouthpiece region 60, 140 Mouthpiece (filter)
70, 150 Packaging member 80, 100, 500 Aroma cartridge 90, 200, 400 Smoking main body 130 Transfer member 160 Side 170 Cover 180 Partition member 210 Insertion section 211 Heating element 300 Supporting element 410 Exterior section 420 Control section 430 Opening / closing lid 431 Vent hole 440 Heating section 450 Insertion section 530 Hollow tubular member 600 Clamp 610 Push-pull gauge 620 Sheet (sheet) of non-tobacco material composition
630 Fixing member U Upstream side (one end side)
D Downstream side (other end side)

FIG. 13 is a schematic perspective view of an aroma cartridge according to the second modification.

Claims (15)

Containing a non-tobacco material and an aerosol former,
It is strip-shaped or rod-shaped with a length of 10 to 70 mm,
A filler for an aroma cartridge, wherein the content of the aerosol former is 10 to 40% by mass.   The filler for an aroma cartridge according to claim 1, wherein the non-tobacco material is black tea or tea. Menthol and polyvinylpolypyrrolidone, further containing
The content of the menthol is 0.1 to 10% by mass,
The filler for an aroma cartridge according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the content of the polyvinyl polypyrrolidone is 10% by mass or less and 0.5 to 6 times the content of the menthol.   The filler for an aroma cartridge according to claim 3, wherein the content of the polyvinyl polypyrrolidone is 2% by mass or more. Further containing microcrystalline cellulose,
The filler for an aroma cartridge according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the content of the microcrystalline cellulose is 1 to 15% by mass. Glucomannan, guar gum, pectin, carrageenan, further contains at least one polysaccharide selected from the group consisting of locust bean gum and agar,
The filler for an aroma cartridge according to any one of claims 1 to 5, comprising 0.1 to 5 parts by mass of the polysaccharide with respect to 100 parts by mass of the non-tobacco material. Methylcellulose, ethylcellulose, carboxymethylcellulose, carboxyethylcellulose, hydroxymethylcellulose, hydroxyethylcellulose and hydroxypropylcellulose and their sodium salts, potassium salts, and further contain at least one cellulose selected from the group consisting of calcium salts,
The filler for an aroma cartridge according to claim 6, wherein the filler is contained in an amount of 1 to 30 parts by mass with respect to 100 parts by mass of the non-tobacco material.   The filler for an aroma cartridge according to claim 6 or 7, wherein the polysaccharide is glucomannan.   The filler for an aroma cartridge according to any one of claims 6 to 8, wherein the celluloses contain at least one selected from the group consisting of sodium, potassium and calcium salts of carboxymethylcellulose.   The filler for an aroma cartridge according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the shape is 54 mm or less in length. Containing 30 to 90% by mass of the non-tobacco material,
0.12 g or more of the non-tobacco material,
0.02 g or more of the aerosol former,
The filler for an aroma cartridge according to any one of claims 1 to 10, comprising:   An aerosol-forming substrate for an aroma cartridge, comprising the aroma cartridge filler according to any one of claims 1 to 11.   An aroma cartridge having an aerosol-forming base material for an aroma cartridge according to claim 12 at one end and a mouthpiece or a mouthpiece region at the other end. The aerosol-forming substrate is disposed between the mouthpiece or the mouthpiece region, and has a cooling region for cooling aerosol generated by the aerosol-forming substrate,
14. The fragrance cartridge according to claim 13, wherein a longitudinal direction of the fragrance cartridge filling and a longitudinal direction of the fragrance cartridge are parallel. The fragrance cartridge according to claim 13, further comprising a filter member having a hole on a surface between the cooling area and the mouthpiece or the mouthpiece area.

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