Posted by Rick Lingle, Technical Editor -- Packaging Digest, 12/3/2012 9:53:42 AM Endangered Species Chocolate, which donates 10 percent of its net profits to species and habitat conservation efforts, expects more than a 230 percent boost ...
Tags: Pack 401, Bosch machines, chocolate bars
US-based Van Otis has launched a new line of assorted Gourmet Caramels, just in time for the holidays, to complement its range of fine chocolates and candies. The new range of Gourmet Caramels includes six premium flavors such as Vanilla ...
Tags: Van Otis, Gourmet Caramels, chocolate, candy
MP Global Products’ division ThermoPod has announced the launch of its new ThermoKeeper packaging liners for temperature sensitive products, which save storage space at fulfillment houses. The resilient and pliable ThermoKeepers ...
Tags: insulated box liners, soft flat panel laminated, ThermoKeepers
US-based Pete's Gourmet Confections has launched a new beer candy for craft beer lovers. The new product is made from rich nougat and handcrafted chocolate stout beer. It will first mix roasted oats and barley, chocolate malt and dark ...
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India has extended the ban on import of milk and milk products from China till 2013 over concerns of poor quality standards. This ban affects chocolates, chocolate products, candies, confectionary, and food preparations with milk or milk ...
Tags: import of milk and milk products, poor quality standards
UK-based department store Harrods has recalled certain date codes of Leonidas Fresh Belgian Chocolates, as the products may contain allergens, which are not mentioned in the ingredient list. The product subject to the recall include ...
Tags: department store, allergens, chocolates
Thermoformed packaging products designer and manufacturer in the US, Placon has announced the launch of its new divided containers, which contain up to 100%, food-safe, post-consumer recycled materials. According to the company, the Fresh ...
Tags: Recyclable Food Containers, Food Containers, divided containers
American food company Kraft Foods has announced that its board of directors have approved the spin-off of its North American grocery business. The spin-off is scheduled to be completed on 1 October 2012. The split will result in the ...
Anne of Green Gables Chocolate has opened a new factory in Georgia, US, as a part of its effort to boost the production of chocolate products. The new factory, which is located in Camden County, will supply the company's chocolates to ...
Tags: production of chocolate products, chocolates, online orders
Global producer of speciality substrates Innovia Films is set to introduce new options for high barrier and coated BOPP (Propafilm) and the company’s compostable cellulose-based (NatureFlex) products. Innovia said its films become ...
Tags: Compostable Products, films, Tea
Gifts in China are given for many occasions. There are a few rules of etiquette in Chinese gifting. For example, the receiver will refuse the gift several times before accepting it. Good manners dictate that when staying in somebody's home, ...
Weaver Nut,a US-based distributor of Candies,Dried Fruits,Nuts,Chocolates,Coffees,Teas,and Bulk Foods,has launched wholesale Chia seeds and bulk Chia seeds. According to the company,the Chia seeds are a healthy supplement,providing energy ...
Hershey has lifted its forecast for underlying earnings today (26 July) after managing to increase prices more than expected in the first half of 2012. The US confectioner said price increases had boosted margins and, with selling, ...
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UK confectioner Thorntons has maintained a cautious outlook, despite seeing some improvement in sales trends during the fourth quarter. The company, which sells chocolates through supermarkets as well as its own and franchised stores, ...
Tags: confectioner, Q4 sales, chocolates, candy, Thorntons
Hancocks Cash and Carry,a leading wholesaler of sweets and chocolates in the UK,has launched a treat sized chocolate filled cornet. According to the company,the new item is offered as a confectionery product and there is no need to freeze ...
Tags: confectionery product, retail, affordable