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What is Tobacco Scan Data?

This article explains what Tobacco Scan Data is and how it benefits your store

Updated over a week ago
  • Tobacco scan data programs allow you to earn extra rebates by sharing your store’s sales information with major tobacco brands.

    • These programs are designed so that you can offer savings to your customers without reducing your margins

  • Tobacco companies like Altria, RJR, and ITG use this data to confirm program participation and pay you incentives based on sales activity.

  1. Scan Data Payments

    • You receive $0.03 to $0.05 per scan reported to participating tobacco brands

    • Please reach out to your local Altria, RJR, or ITG representative for exact payment amounts for your region

  2. Multi-Pack Discount Payments

    • In addition to the scan payment, you can enroll in Multi-Pack Reimbursement Programs.

    • These allow you to run promotions at your POS such as:

      • “Buy 2, Get $0.50 Off”

    • You give the customer the discount up front, and the tobacco brand reimburses you through your monthly rebate checks

  3. Tobacco Loyalty Offer Payments

    • You can stack the multi-pack offers with Tobacco Loyalty Programs for additional discounts like:

      • “$1 Off 2-Packs When Loyalty ID is Used”

    • Customers who present a loyalty card or alternative ID receive deeper discounts, and your store is reimbursed by the brand

💡 Tip!: To participate, your loyalty transaction data (i.e., loyalty ID and discount applied) must be reported to the brand


✅ Summary of Benefits

Payment Type

Description

Paid How?

Scan Data Payment

$0.03–$0.05 per scan submitted

Monthly rebate checks

Multi-Pack Reimbursements

Discounts at POS (e.g., buy 2, save $0.50)

Monthly rebate checks

Tobacco Loyalty Offers

Additional loyalty discounts (e.g., $1 off 2-pack)

Monthly rebate checks


Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need special equipment to participate in a scan data program?

  • No special hardware is required, but your Point of Sale (POS) system must be compatible with C-Store Essentials, and your store must be properly enrolled.

Can I participate in all three payment types at the same time?

  • Yes! Stores can stack scan data, multi-pack discounts, and loyalty offers to maximize their monthly rebates.

Will I lose money by giving these discounts to customers?

  • No. The tobacco companies reimburse you for the discounts offered through monthly rebate checks, so your profit margins are protected.

How do I get started?

  • Contact your tobacco rep (Altria, RJR, or ITG) to enroll.

  • You’ll then receive SFTP credentials, which you’ll enter into your CStoreEssentials account to begin submitting data.

How often do I get paid?

  • Rebates are typically processed and paid monthly, depending on the brand’s payment cycle.


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