Controlled Atmosphere Treatment
for Tobacco
Validating a new 33°C condition to Improve efficiency and reduce costs
In warm climates, tobacco temperatures often exceed 30°C—posing challenges for standard Controlled Atmosphere (CA) treatments. This case study explores how introducing a 33°C treatment condition can optimize treatment time, maintain tobacco quality, and reduce energy and infrastructure costs. Conducted under strict monitoring, the trial evaluates both insect eradication and the sensory quality of the tobacco after treatment.
What you'll learn in this case study?
- Why a 33°C condition could expand current CA treatment standards
- How the trial achieved 100% insect eradication of resistant life stages
- The role of humidity control in maintaining smoking quality
- Results across Flue Cured, Burley, and Orient tobacco types
- How this method helps reduce facility investment in hot climates
- The potential for this condition to be included in CORESTA standards
The results demonstrate that CA treatment at 33°C is both effective and safe for tobacco quality, offering a more flexible, cost-efficient solution for processors in warmer regions. Download the full case study to explore the trial data and see how this method can benefit your operations.
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- Scalable & safe — works for small batches and industrial volumes
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See it in action
Watch the video below to see how Oxy-Low is changing the future of food protection — one oxygen molecule at a time.