WHY INTER-CONTINENTAL TRADING USA, INC?

Since 2004, Inter-Continental Trading USA has taken pride in not only producing the finest pipe tobacco and tobacco products, but also providing the very best in customer service and support. Our success can also be attributed to strong retail relationships and partnerships with the best wholesale distributors in the country. The commitment of standing behind our products 100% fulfills the experience our valued customers have come to expect and deserve. Come grow with us as we continue to reach our goal to become one of the most successful tobacco companies in the world. We invite you to partner with us and enjoy a success story of your own.

STRONG PARTNERSHIPS

• An integral key to Inter-Continental Trading’s growth has been the strong partnerships with distributors and chain retailers. Competitive pricing, aggressive incentives and strategic marketing have combined to build a network that encompasses the largest nationwide companies and regional businesses alike. Trust and teamwork continue to be the core values of Inter-Continental Trading USA as we look toward growing future partnering opportunities and relationships.

CONSUMERS COUNT

From the beginning, Inter-Continental Trading USA has understood the value of a loyal customer base. Along with regular couponing of OHM Pipe Tobacco and other ICT tobacco products, broader initiatives like contests and a Loyalty Points Program have both increased store traffic and introduced new customers to our quality/price/value combination.

MARKETING & EVENTS

• In today’s buyer-empowered world, retail outlets need to seize every opportunity to build relationships, generate goodwill, and earn the trust of prospective customers. ICT offers a combination of an active social media presence as well as live person-to-person in-store and private tasting events designed to engage your customers, leaving a lasting, brand-focused impression of fun.

IN-STORE SUPPORT

With in-store purchasing decision rates at 67%, it’s all about communication. And when it comes to capturing the attention of consumers, ICT provides a full compliment of in-store promotional materials. Whether it’s push/pull decals, authorized dealer signs, posters, shelf-talkers or full displays, we’ve got the supporting POS items that will help you complete the sale.

OHM PIPE TOBACCO

Inter-Continental Trading’s flagship OHM Pipe Tobacco is made from only select, American-grown tobaccos. And along with a combination of quality, innovation and value, has quickly become the 3rd largest selling brand in the U.S. OHM Pipe Tobacco comes in a wide variety of flavors and sizes, all packaged in a Fresh-Loc re-sealable bag to ensure freshness.

$14.4 Billion – worth of OTP sold in C-stores in 2015***NACS State of the Industry Report 2015

OHM Filtered Cigars provide the discerning customer with a distinctive choice and superior smoking experience. For retailers, OHM cigars represent a trusted name that means higher inventory turns, and the answer to sagging cigarette margins. OHM Filtered Cigars are made with the same exacting standards as our top-selling pipe tobaccos and are available in 12 exceptional varieties.

3.5% - unit sales increase in flavored cigars in 2015***The Nielsen Co. 2015

$2.6 Billion - in C-store sales of cigars in 2015***IRI 2015

AU NATURALL’E PIPE TOBACCO

The Au Naturall’e Pipe Tobacco and Filtered Cigar lines from Inter-Continental Trading USA feature custom-blended Golden Virginia tobacco with no preservatives or additives. Au Naturall’e Pipe Tobacco is available in 6oz and 1oz re-sealable bags and include an industry exclusive 2-way humidity control pouch in each package to ensure long-lasting freshness. Additionally, the unique mason jar-look bag design offers retailers an edge in merchandising and cross-promotional opportunities.

40% - percentage of Americans that consume products labeled “all-natural” or having “natural” ingredients. ***CSP.net 2015

Au Naturall’e Filtered Cigars are the latest addition to the line and offer a premium cigar option that meets both the growing consumer demand for all-natural products and the higher profit margins retailers require. Au Naturall’eFiltered Cigars are made with select Golden Virginia, all-natural tobacco blends and are available in 4 outstanding flavors – Red, Gold, Menthol and Perique.

36% - of all dollar sales in the cigar category come from premium-priced

products. ***Tecnomic 2015

752 PIPE TOBACCO & FILTERED CIGARS

752 Pipe Tobacco is well-positioned as an economyalternative to OHM. Inter-Continental’s 752 line featuresICT’s exceptional American-blend tobaccos at an affordableprice—perfect for value conscious smokers looking for ahigh-quality, low-cost alternative to similar, more genericbrands. 752 brand pipe tobacco is available in 4 distinctflavors along with vibrant, attention-grabbing 16oz and 6ozpackaging.

752 Filtered Cigars exceed the three key elements to satisfy today’s value-conscious smoker: quality, flavor and price. Additionally, a bold package design captures attention, giving retailers a product that virtually sells itself. 752 Filtered Cigars are manufactured from select American-grown tobacco blends and available in Red, (full-flavor), Gold, (mild) and Green (menthol) flavors.

70% - of small-cigar sales volume comes from price/value products. ***Tecnomic 2015

COUNTERTOP & FREE-STANDING DISPLAYS

Inter-Continental Trading USA offers a wide variety of OHM and Au Naturall’e in-store displays. These pre-loaded Point-Of-Purchase arrays can be used to increase traffic, drive impulse buys or simply introduce a new product. But whether it’s a space-saving countertop model or free-standing floor configuration, all ICT displays are truly designed with only one thing in mind: increasing profits.

160 million – customers pre day visit C-stores. ***NACS State of the Industry Report 2015

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FILTERED CIGAR – Dealer Programs

ICT Filtered Cigar Dealer Programs are custom-designed to fit retailers’ specific needs.

Programs provide:

• Federally-compliant, nationally-know brand.

• Many varieties and flavor combinations to choose from.

• Custom couponing, rebate programs and promotions.

• Space optimization: more profit per square inch.

• Brand image materials, including posters, door decals, dealer signage and more.

• Inventory support through national distributor network.

7% - rise in shipments of cigars per store, per week in 2015. ***McLane & Co. 2015

SHARGIO TUBES

Inter-Continental Trading USA also provides your customers the one key-ingredient to make the perfect cigarette: the Shargio Cigarette Tube. Shargio tubes are proudly manufactured in the USA to exact industry standards, using only the finest cigarette paper and filters—making the one of the top-sellers in the market.

Shargio Red, Blue and Green tubes are available in both King and 100mm lengths and packaged in both 200 and 250 count sealed cartons.

57% - of Millennials are tobacco buyers. ***Tecnomic 2015

OUR VALUED PARTNERS

“I am always impressed with the customer service provided by ICT. Whenever I suggest or recommend something, they are always quick to accommodate. They respond to questions immediately and are very quick to resolve any issues. I have had the pleasure of working with many different departments. Shargio is a great person with a mind for business. Malika is always so friendly when working with me on invoices. Darrell is great in putting through my orders and staying on top of the new brands and promotions, (I love his colorful emails). Barb is the face on the street and she represents ITC with professionalism and kindness. Everyone in the company represents what a manufacturer should be.”

- Angela Steinke, Tobacco Buyer Topicz, OH“Thank you for all that you guys do for us. Your customer service is top-notch and Syed always goes above and beyond to help! When we started with ICT, we carried only one size of OHM tobacco. Now we carry almost the entire line! Since then, we have added the Shargio tubes and have had great success with them as well. We look forward to many more years of success and growth together”

- Louis Valentine, Wigley & Culp, MS

OUR VALUED PARTNERS

“Just wanted to let you know, it’s great having Inter-Continental Trading in our corner supplying us with their line of tobacco products and accessories. The growth and success of my business has depended on the advice of what products to carry by their knowledgeable and professional sales staff. At Tobacco Express Depot, we have run the gamut from ordering OHM and 752 tobacco to OHM Filtered Cigars and Shargio Tubes, and yet we still look forward to ICT developing new products! I truly believe that Inter-Continental Trading has the best interests of me and my team in mind when it comes to supplying the right product at the right price.”

- Bob Fuller, President, Tobacco Express Depot

“I have been working with Inter-Continental Trading for over 5 years now and I wanted to take a moment to write and say how happy we are with our experience. We currently carry OHM tobacco along with Shargio tubes in over 13 of our stores and it has become one of our best sellers. As a buyer for Russell Oil, I work with many different suppliers and the professionalism of your staff has made my job a little easier. Keep up the good work!”

- Terry Stevens, Buyer, Russell Oil Company, IL