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David Barnett

What cigarettes are sold in the US?

The U.S. sells many cigarette brands, led by Marlboro, Newport, and Camel, with major brands from Altria (Marlboro, L&M, Parliament), BAT (Newport, Camel, Pall Mall), and Imperial Brands (Kool, Salem, Winston) dominating, alongside smaller brands like Natural American Spirit, duty free cigarettes usa, Chesterfield, Doral, and budget options, catering to various preferences for menthol, full flavor, or light styles, though menthol options are facing increasing scrutiny.

Top Brands & Manufacturers
  • Altria (Philip Morris USA): Marlboro, L&M, Merit, Parliament, Virginia Slims, Chesterfield.
  • British American Tobacco (BAT) / Reynolds American: Newport, Camel, Pall Mall, Lucky Strike, Kent, True, Vantage, Old Gold.
  • Imperial Brands (ITG Brands): Kool, Salem, Winston, USA Gold, Maverick.
  • Japan Tobacco (JTI): Brands like LD, Wave, Pyramid (though some are international). 
Key Players
  • Marlboro: The best-selling brand, with various versions like Red, Gold (Lights), Black, and Menthol.
  • Newport: The leading menthol brand, very popular with younger smokers and Black smokers.
  • Camel: A major competitor in both regular and menthol categories, known for its distinctive packaging. 
Other Noteworthy Brands
  • Natural American Spirit: Known for its additive-free marketing.
  • Budget/Value Brands: Brands like Doral, USA Gold, Pall Mall, and Monarch offer lower-priced options.
  • Menthol Options: Besides Newport and Marlboro Menthol, Kool and Camel Menthol are also significant players, with menthol status under review. 
 
Posted in Default Category on December 16 2025 at 08:50 AM

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