Imperial Brands

Imperial Brands, the UK-headquartered tobacco giant, has announced the acquisition of Black Buffalo, a modern oral nicotine business based in the United States. The transaction involves an initial consideration of $150 million, with an additional deferred sum based on performance over three years and other criteria. Established in 2015, Black Buffalo manufactures tobacco alternative long cut and pouch products that emulate traditional moist smokeless tobacco without utilizing tobacco leaf or …

ITG Brands, a subsidiary of global tobacco and nicotine business Imperial Brands, has announced the acquisition of a nicotine pouch range from Canadian manufacturer TJP Labs to aid its entry into the modern US oral market. In a statement, ITG Brands, which currently produces a range of cigarettes, cigars and vapour products, said it had acquired a 14-strong range that has performed well in consumer testing. Imperial Brands currently offers …