Searching for a Marlboro Cigarette coupon to lower the price of your next purchase? If so, this page offers information and potential links to coupon offers.
A Marlboro cigarette coupon can save a smoker money when purchasing Marlboro cigarettes. However, since the sale of tobacco is restricted by age, the distribution of coupons is also highly restricted by Federal rules and regulations. Marlboro cigarette coupons are only available by mail and only to those who confirm their age with the company.
The parent company, Philip Morris USA, can trace its history back to the early 1800s, where there was a single shop in London, on Bond Street, which sold tobacco and ready-made cigarettes. In 1902 they expanded into the USA and by 1983 had become the largest cigarette company in America.http://www.philipmorrisusa.com/en/cms/Company/Corporate_Structure/default.aspx?src=top_nav
Where to Find Marlboro Cigarette Coupons
- Website- Look on the Marlboro.com website for potential offers, rebate or coupon offers. You will be required to create an account on the website before you can review any offers due to the strict age restrictions on advertising cigarettes.http://www.marlboro.com
- Discount Cigarette Stores- Purchasing your smokes for less can be similar to using a coupon. Some online companies such as smokecafe.com and local retail stores may feature lower cost Marlboro cigarettes. You may also be able to purchase for less at warehouse stores, but you will be required to purchase in bulk.
- Marlboro Cigarettes are available for free from select venues that promotional Marlboro girls are at. This isn't necessarily a coupon for Marlboro Cigarettes as it is free promotional product. To be accepted for these free cigarettes you need a valid drivers license and be 18 years old. Submitting yourself into this system allows Marlboro to send you coupons in the mail.
Marketing and Promotions
In compliance with Federal regulations regarding the sales and marketing of tobacco products, Philip Morris USA only markets their products to adults who are legally eligible to be smokers. This means that all of their promotional materials, including coupons, are targeted towards adult smokers as well.
They do run contests and sweepstakes to promote adult-only events held at restricted locations, such as Crazy Ranch Mountain in Montana. Admittance to any such event is strictly limited to people who are verified to be of legal age to possess or smoke cigarettes. Verification is ensured by requiring all attendees to present government issues identification.
Some companies use a loophole in the Tobacco Settlement Agreements that allow the distribution of free promotional samples of cigarettes to qualified customers. However, since 1995, Philip Morris USA has voluntarily refrained from distributing any cigarette samples for promotional purposes.http://www.philipmorrisusa.com/en/cms/Products/Cigarettes/Marketing_Sales/Programs_Promotions/default.aspx?src=top_nav</rev>
How to Get Marlboro Cigarette Coupons
After registering, Marlboro will sending you promotional information, manufacturer's coupons, and even free items. Manufacturer's coupons can be used anywhere cigarettes are sold. Tobacco company websites require age checks because of laws on distributing their coupons to minors, and any site with valid coupons will do the same.
Additionally, you can ask most cashiers if they have any specials when buying Marlboros in person. The company often sends coupons and other specials to retailers of their products like buy 2 packs get 1 free. Once you finish up with your purchase, remember to save the Marlboro Miles attached to each pack. These can be redeemed with the company to receive lots of different discounts and freebies.
Recent Pricing Issues
Many people are looking for Marlboro cigarette coupons in response to tax hikes. On April 1, 2009, the government increased the tax per pack from 39 cents to over a $1.00. It was the largest single increase ever of the cigarette tax. Many companies, fearing the loss of customers after the hike, raised prices prior to the government increase, in order to maintain their profit margins.http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/03/29/single-largest-cigarette-tax-hike-goes-effect-wednesday/ Some states have also increased taxes on cigarettes. In July 2010, New York, Hawaii, South Carolina, Utah and New Mexico all increased taxes on cigarettes.http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-07-01/n-y-cigarette-tax-increase-boosts-pack-to-almost-11.html
References
Fast Facts
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Manufacturer
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First sold
1902
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Promoted as a woman's cigarette
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Introduced filtered cigarette in response to Reader's Digest article in 1950
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Over 40 different varieties of Marlboro are currently produced
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Marketed only to adults
