Manufacture of tobacco products

NACE code 12.0, 'Manufacture of tobacco products', represents a significant industry within the broader economy. Tobacco products are a widely consumed consumer good, with a global market valued in the hundreds of billions of dollars. This industry plays an important role in providing employment, generating tax revenue, and supplying a product in high demand. However, it also faces increasing scrutiny and regulation due to public health concerns associated with tobacco use.

The manufacture of tobacco products involves several key steps. Raw tobacco leaves are first cured and processed to remove impurities. The leaves are then blended and cut into the desired size and shape. For cigarettes, the cut tobacco is combined with other materials like paper and filters to create the final product. Cigars and other tobacco goods undergo similar preparation processes before packaging and distribution.

The primary inputs for the tobacco industry are the raw tobacco leaves themselves. This industry also requires specialized machinery for cutting, blending, and packaging the tobacco products. Other significant inputs include paper, filters, and various processing chemicals. Skilled labor is another crucial input, as tobacco production requires expertise in blending, quality control, and efficient manufacturing techniques.

The primary outputs of NACE code 12.0 are various tobacco products, including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, and smokeless tobacco. These products are then distributed and sold through a range of retail channels, including convenience stores, supermarkets, and specialty tobacco shops. The tobacco industry's outputs are consumed by 46.35 Wholesale of tobacco products and 47.26 Retail sale of tobacco products in specialised stores.