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Ploom X Advanced heated tobacco device expands outside London

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JTI is rolling out its Ploom X Advanced heated tobacco device to independent and symbol group retailers in Sheffield and Glasgow. The device is already available in key multiple grocers across the UK, as well as convenience and vape retailers in London. The Ploom X…

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