DORTMUND, GERMANY – September 2026 – Shenzhen Boton Flavors & Fragrances Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Shenzhen Boton”) is showcasing its full-spectrum flavor products and natural extracts at the 46th InterTabac International Trade Fair for Tobacco Products and Smoking Accessories, demonstrating its core technical capabilities from flavor R&D to next-generation tobacco applications.
Founded in 1991, Shenzhen Boton is a nationally recognized High-Tech Enterprise. Its tobacco flavor products already serve numerous tobacco companies both domestically and internationally. The company is home to the first CNAS-accredited laboratory in China’s flavor and fragrance industry and a Shenzhen Postdoctoral Innovation Practice Base.
Technology Foundation: Four Core Technology Platforms
Every flavor and extract on display is backed by Shenzhen Boton’s complete R&D infrastructure. From raw material analysis and component testing to formulation validation and stability trials, every product undergoes hundreds of quality checks at the CNAS-accredited laboratory before market release.
Shenzhen Boton has built deep expertise across four core technology platforms: Supercritical Fluid Extraction, Nano-Encapsulation, Enzyme-Directed Catalysis, and Synthetic Biology. Supercritical extraction enables low-temperature, high-fidelity extraction. Nano-encapsulation delivers precise, controlled flavor release. Enzyme-directed catalysis and synthetic biology enable efficient, targeted synthesis of rare aroma components. Together, these four platforms form the technical backbone for all Shenzhen Boton flavor products, spanning the entire chain from natural material extraction to synthetic flavor development.
HNB-Specific Flavor Series
Shenzhen Boton is showcasing three flavors developed specifically for heated tobacco products: Tobacco Base (HNB) , Tobacco Flavor (HNB) , and Mild Original Tobacco Flavor (HNB) , each in 30g.
With HNB devices operating at approximately 300–350°C — significantly lower than the 900°C combustion temperature of conventional cigarettes — the thermal degradation of flavor precursors is limited. As a result, HNB products require approximately 5 to 10 times the flavor loading of conventional cigarettes. Shenzhen Boton has optimized the thermal release profiles of its HNB flavors to ensure full, stable aroma delivery at lower temperatures, without burnt or chemical off-notes. The three flavors address distinct directions — tobacco foundation building, aroma enhancement, and a mild, smooth profile — offering flexible options that can be used individually or in combination based on product positioning.
Functional Flavor Series
The company is also presenting a range of functional tobacco flavors designed for flavor enhancement and complex aroma construction:
- Fresh Sweet Flavor– Enhances top-note clarity and sweetness
- Spicy Sweet Flavor– Adds spicy complexity and dimension to the aroma profile
- Honey Sweet Cocoa Flavor– Delivers warm, full-bodied sweet notes with cocoa and roasted undertones
- American Blend Flavor– Provides a clean, crisp profile with distinct flue-cured tobacco character
- Roasted Caramelized Sweet Module– Intensifies roasted, caramelized notes to increase smoke fullness and satisfaction
- Mellow Sweet Flavor– Builds a rich, smooth foundation that rounds out the overall flavor profile
Each flavor serves a clearly defined function and can be combined or customized to meet specific customer requirements.
Tobacco Extract Series
Shenzhen Boton is also featuring a selection of natural tobacco extracts:
Virginia Tobacco Extract – Delivers the full-bodied richness and flue-cured characteristics of American-style blends
Yunnan Tobacco SFE Extract – Preserves the delicate, nuanced aroma of Yunnan tobacco leaves through supercritical fluid extraction
U.S. Flue-Cured Tobacco Extract – Showcases the roasted, caramelized notes typical of flue-cured tobacco
Oriental Tobacco Extract – Provides the distinctive spicy, aromatic character of Oriental-type tobaccos
Sourced from premium tobacco leaves across different growing regions, these extracts can be used directly in flavor formulations or provided as customized extraction solutions to meet diverse needs ranging from authentic tobacco restoration to flavor enhancement.
Flavor Application Scenarios
The value of flavors is ultimately defined by their application performance. Shenzhen Boton integrates its flavor technology with different carriers to deliver application solutions covering multiple scenarios:
Crushable Capsule Flavors – Achieve precise flavor release through encapsulation and controlled-release technology
Granule Flavors – Deliver long-lasting, stable flavor output through sustained-release encapsulation
E-Liquid Flavors – Solve the challenge of flavor fidelity after high-temperature aerosolization through thermal release curve optimization
Nicotine Pouch Flavors – Developed with food-grade ingredients, specifically adapted to the oral environment
Hookah Flavors – Natural base flavor compounding solutions for hookah products
What customers see at the booth is the performance of flavors across different carriers — behind it is a complete flavor delivery capability covering the full spectrum of applications.
On-Site Services: Flavorists Available for One-on-One Technical Consultations
Shenzhen Boton’s team of senior flavorists and R&D engineers will be on-site throughout the show, available for one-on-one consultations. Based on each client’s target consumer profile, product positioning, and application scenario, the team can provide flavor diagnostics and custom formulation recommendations — from flavor selection and formulation adaptation to process guidance — with data-backed technical answers tailored to help customers find the optimal flavor solution.