Indigenous-made tobacco is popular now. Therefore, some questionable or poor-quality types are also on the rise. Naturally, you are looking for good value, but it should also be safe and high-quality.

Before buying native cigarettes at a lower price, ensure you are getting what you paid for. Here are some things to watch out for to determine whether the native cigarettes you found are legit.

Purchase products from reliable and authentic sellers

You should make sure to purchase your cigarettes from shops or vendors that are owned by Indigenous people or that have authorization. You can buy them on First Nations reservations or in shops run by the community. 

When purchasing native smokes online or via a third-party vendor, pay close attention. Verify the seller’s background, ask for references, or go through customer reviews before you decide to buy.

Check how the products are packaged

Original native cigarettes are usually packaged professionally and include the brand’s name, details about the product, and warnings required by Canadian rules. Look for:

• Careful labeling by brand name
• Evidence that the product is created or founded by Indigenous communities or a specific First Nations community
• Health warnings available in both English and French
• Printing that is clear and free from typing and graphics errors.

Be wary if the pack looks poor quality, is not well printed, or does not contain important details.

Check the cigarettes visually

Ensure you carefully inspect the cigarettes before you use them.

• Are the cigarettes well-filled with tobacco?
• Is the paper smooth and continuous, free from cuts or marks?
• Check to see if the filters are strong and uniformly applied.

In many cases, low-quality cigarettes do not distribute tobacco evenly, their papers are not tightly sealed, and their filters are not regular. They may hinder the performance and taste of the cigarette.

Inquire about the ingredients and how much nicotine is in the product

Keep in mind that the ingredients in native cigarettes are sometimes not as well known as those in commercial cigarettes. Still, a reputable seller should be able to tell you about the contents of the cigarette, how it is produced, and its nicotine level.

If something is bothering you, go ahead and ask questions. Legitimate sellers should show you the information and encourage you to feel secure about your purchase.

Look at the cost, but there’s more to consider as well

The cost is lower with native cigarettes since they get a tax break, but if the prices are much lower than those of other native brands, it should raise suspicions. If a deal on cigarettes seems unreasonable, it could be that the tobacco is dubious, low quality, or even fake.

Summary 

If you want to pay less for good native cigarettes, you need to be careful about where you shop.

• Only shop at stores or sites run by Indigenous people or those that have been verified.
• Choose products that are packaged neatly and clearly.
• Check the cigarettes carefully before you buy them.
• Request more details about the products and how they are made.
• Be cautious when you see deals that are unusually cheaper than usual.

This way, you can smoke comfortably and have no surprises along the way.