FAQ
When was Swedish Match founded?
Swedish Match springs out of two historical Swedish companies. In 1915, The state-owned Svenska Tobaksmonopolet (the Swedish Tobacco Monopoly) was founded and in 1917, Svenska Tändsticks AB was founded, with Ivar Kreuger as President.
How do I apply for a vacancy?
When applying for a particular position we would like you to write a cover letter and attach your CV/resume. It is important that your CV is accurate, lack of information could result in not being considered for an interview. For more information, see the page Vacant positions.
Can Swedish snus be purchased directly from you?
Yes, you can order the entire Swedish Match snus range via the Company's e-commerce service, www.swedishmatch.se, and via your local brand page if you are a resident in another market.
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Do Cricket lighters have adjustable flames?
No, the flame cannot be adjusted. Quality and safety has always been an important aspect with Cricket products, which is world-leading with regard to “fixed flame technology”, a proprietary patented system, which means that the lighter flame is fixed in order to provide best safety for consumers. In this manner, the user avoids unpleasant surprises in the form of too large flames.
How many times can a Cricket lighter be lit?
One standard size flint wheel Cricket lighter can ignite approximately 1,800 times.
Are there child-resistant Cricket lighters?
Cricket was the first in the world to introduce child-resistant lighters in 1992. It was introduced in the US and shortly thereafter a law was passed stipulating that only child-resistant disposable lighters were permitted in the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. On March 11, 2007 the law was also introduced in the EU.
Can you guarantee that child-resistant lighters are actually child resistant?
A child-resistant lighter makes it more difficult for children to operate, but the safety mechanism should never replace a parent’s supervision of the child’s handling of a lighter. The safety lighter should also be stored out of the reach of children.
Are Cricket gas lighters refillable?
Only Cricket utility lighters are refillable, not the pocket lighters.
May lighters be sent by the post?
Due to accident risks, gas lighters should not be sent by ordinary mail.
