provided is a tamper proof outer wrapping with a reinforced tear zone . the reinforced tear zone includes a tear tape affixed between two layers of the wrapping material . a perforated line runs parallel to the reinforced tear zone on each of the reinforced tear zone . a tab is formed at one end of the reinforced tear zone . the tab is pulled to separate the reinforced tear zone from the remaining wrapping material and open remove the outer wrapping . the wrapping can be used on packages containing smoking articles such as cigarettes or orally consumed products such as candy or pouched tobacco products .