Common Questions About IQOS Tobacco Heating Devices and TEREA™

IQOS tobacco heating devices work by heating the tobacco from within through induction, not by burning it. Unlike conventional cigarettes, IQOS ILUMA™ heats the tobacco from the inside using SMARTCORE INDUCTION SYSTEM™ technology, hence it’s not produce smoke, but vapor (aerosol).

IQOS ILUMA™ emits 95% less harmful chemicals compared to cigarettes.*

Important information: This does not necessarily equal a 95% reduction in risk. IQOS ILUMA™ is not risk-free.

*“95% less” represents the average reduction in levels of the 9 chemicals recommended for reduction in cigarette smoke by the World Health Organization, which do not include nicotine. See Important Information on IQOS.com.

Do Tobacco Heating Devices Leave Smells and Stains?

The IQOS ILUMA™ tobacco heating device does not produce cigarette smoke odor because it produces vapor (aerosol) from heating, not burning, which results in less smell that bothers those around, or leaving odor in hands, hair, and clothing.

Additionally, IQOS ILUMA will leave significantly less staining on your curtains and furniture than cigarette smoke.

IQOS ILUMA™ Devices Use TEREA™ Tobacco Sticks

TEREA™ are tobacco sticks specially designed for use with IQOS ILUMA™ tobacco heating devices. IQOS tobacco heating devices heat the TEREA™ tobacco sticks up to 350°C. As a result, no smoke is produced, only tobacco vapor (aerosol).

Please note that TEREA™ tobacco sticks can only be used with IQOS ILUMA™ tobacco heating devices. Do not use TEREA™ tobacco sticks in other IQOS heating devices. IQOS ILUMA™ can be an option for those who want to enjoy tobacco without combustion.

There are several flavor variants of TEREA™ tobacco sticks to choose from according to your preference, from classic tobacco, fresh tobacco, to clove-flavored tobacco. Visit this article to learn more about TEREA™ tobacco sticks.

Do You Know How to Use IQOS ILUMA™ Tobacco Heating Devices and TEREA™ Tobacco Sticks?

IQOS ILUMA™ and IQOS ILUMA PRIME™ tobacco heating devices consist of two main parts: the Holder and the Pocket Charger, while the IQOS ILUMA ONE™ consists of only the Holder. TEREA™ tobacco sticks are inserted into the Holder up to the marked line on the stick.

The SMARTCORE INDUCTION SYSTEM™ technology is designed to heat the TEREA™ tobacco sticks from the inside. Once inserted into the Holder, you can enjoy the heated tobacco flavor for 6 minutes or 14 puffs.

Do You Know How to Upgrade Firmware IQOS Device?

You can periodically upgrade the firmware of your IQOS device through the IQOS WebApp. Firmware updates can maintain the performance and lifespan of your IQOS ILUMA™ tobacco heating device.

Want to know how to update your IQOS device's firmware? Get the complete guide on this page.