Protecting Your Passions Since 1997

The Boveda Story.

Boveda did not just become the global leader in 2-way humidity control. We created the category and have been redefining it ever since. Since 1997, our mission has been unwavering: protect what you love with precision science and unmatched reliability.

It began when a humidor maker teamed up with retired chemist Dr. Al Saari and packaging expert Robert Esse to solve the frustrations of outdated humidity methods. The result was a groundbreaking invention, a packet that could both add and remove moisture to maintain an exact humidity level. This innovation changed what was possible for anyone who valued the quality and longevity of their cigars, instruments, or other prized possessions.

Entrepreneurs and cigar enthusiasts Sean Knutsen and Tim Swail recognized the potential and joined the effort, turning a breakthrough idea into a business. In those early days, the four founders worked out of a suburban garage, driven by relentless curiosity, innovation and an unshakable belief in their vision. It took years of refining and proving the technology before the world caught on. Once major cigar makers embraced Boveda, the impact was undeniable. The same breakthrough quickly became essential for protecting terpenes in cannabis, preserving the tone of fine guitars and safeguarding countless other passions.

Today, millions of Boveda packets are shipped worldwide each year, trusted by leading brands, master craftsmen and discerning enthusiasts alike. From cigar boxes to guitar cases, cannabis jars to spacecraft, Boveda is not an accessory. It is the standard. Wherever your passion needs protection, Boveda delivers, quietly and flawlessly, so you can focus on what matters most.