The following factors explain the dynamics observed: Taxes & excise : Spain has been implementing increases since early 2025 as part of its anti-smoking and consumption reduction policy
Even when prices are doubled, respondents willingness to gift cigarettes in strong relationships does not significantly decline, while in weak relationships, the change is minimal
risk of cancer of the mouth, throat, esophagus, bladder, cervix, and pancreas decreases 15 years: Coronary heart disease risk is that of a non-smoker Despite age and smoking-related problems that have already developed, quitting is beneficial Quitting at 30 years: Gain almost 10 years of life expectancy At 40: Gain 9 years of life expectancy At 50: Gain 6 years of life expectancy At 60: Gain 3 years of life expectancy After the onset of life-threatening disease: Rapid benefit, people who quit smoking after having a heart attack reduce their chances of having another attack by 50% (Source: WHO)
Filtration & Refining: Oil is filtered to eliminate impurities and also maintain its dark color and viscosity
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