This is a highly dangerous myth
In February 2002, the Furongwang trademark was rated as a "China Well-known Trademark" by the State Administration for Industry and Commerce
The authors noted that the Joe Camel campaign was not as successful as the Marlboro Man, and Newport had no comparable mascot or spokesperson, yet achieved a similar market share and as young a demographic as Camel
It would be relatively easy for cigarette companies to confirm, before making any delivery, that any planned recipient of its coupons or direct-to-consumer advertising was not just an adult but also a self-confirmed current smoker
Even worse: Smoking is the leading cause of preventable disease and death
[6] In 1971, Tareyton's television jingles ended when radio and television advertisements for tobacco products were banned from American broadcasting stations