North America Gums Market Size
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Study Period | 2018 - 2030 |
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Market Size (2024) | USD 4.97 Billion |
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Market Size (2030) | USD 6.26 Billion |
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Largest Share by Distribution Channel | Supermarket/Hypermarket |
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CAGR (2024 - 2030) | 3.91 % |
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Largest Share by Country | United States |
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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
North America Gums Market Analysis
The North America Gums Market size is estimated at 4.97 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 6.26 billion USD by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3.91% during the forecast period (2024-2030).
4.97 Billion
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
6.26 Billion
Market Size in 2030 (USD)
0.03 %
CAGR (2018-2023)
3.91 %
CAGR (2024-2030)
Largest Segment by Confectionery Variant
91.16 %
value share, Chewing Gum, 2023
Product innovations, such as incorporating natural ingredients and introducing new product flavors, in the region are aiding the growth of the chewing gum segment.
Largest Segment by Distribution Channel
46.06 %
value share, Supermarket/Hypermarket, 2023
The growth of supermarkets in the region is largely driven by the existence of an inviting place for customers to shop, as they are constantly drawn to make large purchases.
Fastest-growing Segment by Confectionery variant
4.62 %
Projected CAGR, Bubble Gum, 2024-2030
The rising popularity of bubble gum among kids and its widespread and easy availability along with flavors are some of the prominent drivers impacting the market's growth.
Fastest-growing Segment by Distribution Channel
4.78 %
Projected CAGR, Online Retail Store, 2024-2030
The increased adoption of e-commerce platforms among consumers and the growing presence of online retailers are anticipated to drive the segment during the forecast period.
Leading Market Player
40.94 %
market share, Mars Incorporated, 2022
Mars Incorporated's major focus on the quality and high standards of the products in the gums segment, along with a wide range of brands, made it a market leader.
Supermarkets/ hypermarkets and the others segment drive the distribution of gums in the region, holding the value share of almost 70% in 2023
- Supermarkets and hypermarkets are the leading distribution channels for gum sales in the region. Volume sales of gums across supermarkets and hypermarkets grew by 11% from 2021 to 2023. Consumer preference for these channels is driven by seasonal offers, discounts on bulk purchases, and access to diversified brand and product varieties in the single marketplace. Supermarket chains such as Safeway, Walmart, Costco, Amazon Fresh, Target, Whole Foods, Publix, and Aldi have a dedicated section to showcase gums.
- Convenience stores are the second most widely preferred distribution channel for purchasing gums in the region after supermarkets and hypermarkets. The segment had a 20% share of the overall volume sales through distribution channels in 2023. The broader reach and easy access to private label brands drive the consumer preference for traditional grocery stores over other retail channels. The gum sales through convenience stores are estimated to register a CAGR of 3.41% from 2023 to 2029.
- The online channel is projected to be the fastest-growing distribution channel for gums, with an anticipated CAGR of 4.86% in terms of value during the period 2023-2029. The increasing number of online gum shops in response to the rising number of internet users is anticipated to drive online sales of gums during the forecast period. In 2022, 93.4% of the region's population had internet access. The United States, Canada, and Mexico are the countries with high penetration of internet users. The leading online gum retailers offering a wide range of gums, including organic, sugar-free, and flavored gums, are Simply Gum, Project 7, Glee Gum, Chewy, Walgreens, iHerb, Vita Cost, and Gummi Boutique, among others.
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The United States and Mexico are expected to make up the regional market for gums with almost 85% value share in 2024
- The North American gums market has observed a growth of 6.88% in 2022 as compared to 2021. The growth is associated with the rising awareness about the health benefits of chewing gum consumption. In addition, there is a rise in healthier eating among consumers across the region. As a result, the demand for chewing and bubble gums has been increasing significantly in the region. Chewing gums and bubble gums are available in various formats, including sugar-based and sugar-free products. In addition, many consumers who prefer sweet candy and sweet-based products are consuming sugar-based chewing gums.
- In 2023, it was observed that the United States was the largest growing segment. This is majorly due to the availability of chewing gums and bubble gums in various shapes, colors, flavors, etc. In the United States, 45.5% of chewing gum consumers prefer mint-flavored gums, while fruit flavor is liked by 29.1% of consumers. The availability of gums in different flavors also promotes the consumer's buying power as they can purchase these products in accordance with their preferences.
- The Canadian gums market is considered to be the fastest-growing channel, registering a CAGR of 5.37% from 2021 to 2023. In Canada, the retailing segment sells various gums (chewing gum and bubble gum) from different brands such as Mars, Ford Gum, Big League Crew, and others. These aspects enable the customers to purchase products from different brands that suit their tastes.
- Between the forecast period (2024-2030), it is estimated that the gums market across the North American region will observe a growth of 7.25%. The growth will be majorly associated with the consumer's growing demand for mouth-freshening products in the region.
North America Gums Market Trends
The rising number of health-conscious consumers resulted in increased demand for functional chewing gums due to the health benefits associated with them
- Chewing gums are one of the most consumed items in the region. Consumers in the region increasingly choose gums, including bubble gum, sugar gum, and sugar-free gum, when they want to experience interesting textures. As of 2022, 59% of consumers in the United States regularly consumed gum. Gum is commonly used to freshen breath and maintain oral hygiene throughout the day.
- Gums in North America have various product attributes that cater to consumer preferences and needs. Many consumers in the region prefer sugar-free gums to reduce their sugar intake. Sugar-free gums are sweetened with alternative sweeteners like xylitol, sorbitol, or stevia.
- The economic parameter is one of the important and major factors influencing the consumer’s gum-buying behavior in North America. In North America, as of 2023, on average, the cost of a simple package of sugar-free gum that contains 12 to 60 pieces at the local grocery store ranged from USD 1 to USD 2 per individual pack.
- The growing preference of consumers toward functional chewing gums owing to their associated benefits, such as keeping teeth clean and freshening breath, among others, are driving the market. Chewing gum also has certain health benefits associated with it.
OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT
- The usage of low-calorie plant-based sweeteners stevia and xylitol, is boosting the demand for sugar-free gums in the market
North America Gums Industry Overview
The North America Gums Market is fairly consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 82.26%. The major players in this market are Mars Incorporated, Mondelēz International Inc., Perfetti Van Melle BV, The Hershey Company and The PUR Company Inc. (sorted alphabetically).
North America Gums Market Leaders
Mars Incorporated
Mondelēz International Inc.
Perfetti Van Melle BV
The Hershey Company
The PUR Company Inc.
Other important companies include Canel's Group, Ferrero International SA, Ford Gum & Machine Company Inc., GumRunners LLC, Mazee LLC, Simply Gum Inc., The Bazooka Companies Inc., Tootsie Roll Industries Inc., Xylichew.
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.
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North America Gums Market News
- May 2023: Jolly Rancher Gummies innovated its packaging, which was developed by local artists for bold new street art-inspired packaging.
- December 2022: Perfetti Van Melle launched its new Mentos and Smint gum editions with vitamins and health benefits to help boost the appeal of both brands in a new market. The new Mentos range contains vitamins such as B6, C, and B12 and features a liquid center that provides “long-lasting freshness.” It is available in a variety of citrus flavors.
- September 2022: Trident, a chewing gum brand offered by Mondelez International, collaborated with Chloe Bailey, a rhythm and blues singer, to release a song promoting its launch of Trident Sour Patch Kids Gum, which is sugar-free chewing gum for kids.
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North America Gums Market Report - Table of Contents
1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS
2. REPORT OFFERS
3. INTRODUCTION
- 3.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
- 3.2 Scope of the Study
- 3.3 Research Methodology
4. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS
- 4.1 Regulatory Framework
- 4.2 Consumer Buying Behavior
- 4.3 Ingredient Analysis
- 4.4 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2030 and analysis of growth prospects)
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5.1 Confectionery Variant
- 5.1.1 Bubble Gum
- 5.1.2 Chewing Gum
- 5.1.2.1 By Sugar Content
- 5.1.2.1.1 Sugar Chewing Gum
- 5.1.2.1.2 Sugar-free Chewing Gum
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5.2 Distribution Channel
- 5.2.1 Convenience Store
- 5.2.2 Online Retail Store
- 5.2.3 Supermarket/Hypermarket
- 5.2.4 Others
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5.3 Country
- 5.3.1 Canada
- 5.3.2 Mexico
- 5.3.3 United States
- 5.3.4 Rest of North America
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Key Strategic Moves
- 6.2 Market Share Analysis
- 6.3 Company Landscape
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6.4 Company Profiles
- 6.4.1 Canel's Group
- 6.4.2 Ferrero International SA
- 6.4.3 Ford Gum & Machine Company Inc.
- 6.4.4 GumRunners LLC
- 6.4.5 Mars Incorporated
- 6.4.6 Mazee LLC
- 6.4.7 Mondelēz International Inc.
- 6.4.8 Perfetti Van Melle BV
- 6.4.9 Simply Gum Inc.
- 6.4.10 The Bazooka Companies Inc.
- 6.4.11 The Hershey Company
- 6.4.12 The PUR Company Inc.
- 6.4.13 Tootsie Roll Industries Inc.
- 6.4.14 Xylichew
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR CONFECTIONERY CEOS
8. APPENDIX
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8.1 Global Overview
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 Porter’s Five Forces Framework
- 8.1.3 Global Value Chain Analysis
- 8.1.4 Market Dynamics (DROs)
- 8.2 Sources & References
- 8.3 List of Tables & Figures
- 8.4 Primary Insights
- 8.5 Data Pack
- 8.6 Glossary of Terms
List of Tables & Figures
- Figure 1:
- VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 2:
- VALUE OF GUMS MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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- VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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- VALUE OF GUMS MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 5:
- VOLUME SHARE OF GUMS MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
- Figure 6:
- VALUE SHARE OF GUMS MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
- Figure 7:
- VOLUME OF BUBBLE GUM MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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- VALUE OF BUBBLE GUM MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 9:
- VALUE SHARE OF BUBBLE GUM MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 10:
- VOLUME OF CHEWING GUM MARKET BY SUGAR CONTENT, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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- VALUE OF CHEWING GUM MARKET BY SUGAR CONTENT, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 12:
- VOLUME SHARE OF CHEWING GUM MARKET BY SUGAR CONTENT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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- VALUE SHARE OF CHEWING GUM MARKET BY SUGAR CONTENT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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- VOLUME OF SUGAR CHEWING GUM MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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- VALUE OF SUGAR CHEWING GUM MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 16:
- VALUE SHARE OF SUGAR CHEWING GUM MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 17:
- VOLUME OF SUGAR-FREE CHEWING GUM MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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- VALUE OF SUGAR-FREE CHEWING GUM MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 19:
- VALUE SHARE OF SUGAR-FREE CHEWING GUM MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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- VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 21:
- VALUE OF GUMS MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 22:
- VOLUME SHARE OF GUMS MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
- Figure 23:
- VALUE SHARE OF GUMS MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
- Figure 24:
- VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORE, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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- VALUE OF GUMS MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORE, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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- VALUE SHARE OF GUMS MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORE BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANTS, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 27:
- VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL STORE, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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- VALUE OF GUMS MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL STORE, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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- VALUE SHARE OF GUMS MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL STORE BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANTS, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 30:
- VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKET/HYPERMARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 31:
- VALUE OF GUMS MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKET/HYPERMARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 32:
- VALUE SHARE OF GUMS MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKET/HYPERMARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANTS, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 33:
- VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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- VALUE OF GUMS MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 35:
- VALUE SHARE OF GUMS MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANTS, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 36:
- VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET BY COUNTRY, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 37:
- VALUE OF GUMS MARKET BY COUNTRY, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 38:
- VOLUME SHARE OF GUMS MARKET BY COUNTRY, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
- Figure 39:
- VALUE SHARE OF GUMS MARKET BY COUNTRY, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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- VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET, METRIC TONNES, CANADA, 2018 - 2030
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- VALUE OF GUMS MARKET, USD, CANADA, 2018 - 2030
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- VALUE SHARE OF GUMS MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANTS, %, CANADA, 2023 VS 2030
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- VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET, METRIC TONNES, MEXICO, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 44:
- VALUE OF GUMS MARKET, USD, MEXICO, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 45:
- VALUE SHARE OF GUMS MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANTS, %, MEXICO, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 46:
- VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 47:
- VALUE OF GUMS MARKET, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 48:
- VALUE SHARE OF GUMS MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANTS, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 49:
- VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET, METRIC TONNES, REST OF NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 50:
- VALUE OF GUMS MARKET, USD, REST OF NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
- Figure 51:
- VALUE SHARE OF GUMS MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANTS, %, REST OF NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 52:
- MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, COUNT, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2023
- Figure 53:
- MOST ADOPTED STRATEGIES, COUNT, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2023
- Figure 54:
- VALUE SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022
North America Gums Industry Segmentation
Bubble Gum, Chewing Gum are covered as segments by Confectionery Variant. Convenience Store, Online Retail Store, Supermarket/Hypermarket, Others are covered as segments by Distribution Channel. Canada, Mexico, United States are covered as segments by Country.
- Supermarkets and hypermarkets are the leading distribution channels for gum sales in the region. Volume sales of gums across supermarkets and hypermarkets grew by 11% from 2021 to 2023. Consumer preference for these channels is driven by seasonal offers, discounts on bulk purchases, and access to diversified brand and product varieties in the single marketplace. Supermarket chains such as Safeway, Walmart, Costco, Amazon Fresh, Target, Whole Foods, Publix, and Aldi have a dedicated section to showcase gums.
- Convenience stores are the second most widely preferred distribution channel for purchasing gums in the region after supermarkets and hypermarkets. The segment had a 20% share of the overall volume sales through distribution channels in 2023. The broader reach and easy access to private label brands drive the consumer preference for traditional grocery stores over other retail channels. The gum sales through convenience stores are estimated to register a CAGR of 3.41% from 2023 to 2029.
- The online channel is projected to be the fastest-growing distribution channel for gums, with an anticipated CAGR of 4.86% in terms of value during the period 2023-2029. The increasing number of online gum shops in response to the rising number of internet users is anticipated to drive online sales of gums during the forecast period. In 2022, 93.4% of the region's population had internet access. The United States, Canada, and Mexico are the countries with high penetration of internet users. The leading online gum retailers offering a wide range of gums, including organic, sugar-free, and flavored gums, are Simply Gum, Project 7, Glee Gum, Chewy, Walgreens, iHerb, Vita Cost, and Gummi Boutique, among others.
| Confectionery Variant | Bubble Gum | ||
| Chewing Gum | By Sugar Content | Sugar Chewing Gum | |
| Sugar-free Chewing Gum | |||
| Distribution Channel | Convenience Store | ||
| Online Retail Store | |||
| Supermarket/Hypermarket | |||
| Others | |||
| Country | Canada | ||
| Mexico | |||
| United States | |||
| Rest of North America |
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Market Definition
- Milk and White Chocolate - Milk chocolates is a solid chocolate made with milk (in the form of either milk powder, liquid milk, or condensed milk) and cocoa solids. White chocolate is made from cocoa butter and milk and contains no cocoa solids whatsoever. The scope includes regular chocolates, low-sugar, and sugar-free variants
- Toffees & Nougats - Toffees include hard, chewy, and small or one-bite candies marketed with labels as toffee or toffee-like confectionery. Nougat is a chewy confection with almond, sugar, and egg white as a basic ingredient; and it originated in Europe and Middle East countries.
- Cereals Bars - A snack composed of breakfast cereal that has been compressed into a bar shape and is held together with a form of edible adhesive. The scope includes snack bars made with cereals such as rice, oats, corn, etc. mixed with a binding syrup. These also include products labeled as cereal bars, cereal treat bars, or grain bars.
- Chewing Gum - This is a preparation for chewing, usually made of flavored and sweetened chicle or such substitutes as polyvinyl acetate. The types of chewing gums included in the scope are sugar-chewing gums and sugar-free chewing gums
| Keyword | Definition |
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| Dark Chocolate | Dark chocolate is a form of chocolate containing cocoa solids and cocoa butter without the milk. |
| White Chocolate | White chocolate is the type of chocolate containing the highest percentage of milk solids, typically around or over 30 percent. |
| Milk Chocolate | Milk chocolate is made from dark chocolate that has a low cocoa solid content and higher sugar content, plus a milk product. |
| Hard Candy | A candy made of sugar and corn syrup boiled without crystallizing. |
| Toffees | A hard, chewy, often brown sweet that is made from sugar boiled with butter. |
| Nougats | A chewy or brittle candy containing almonds or other nuts and sometimes fruit. |
| Cereal bar | A cereal bar is a bar-shaped food product, made by pressing cereals and usually dried fruit or berries, which are in most cases held together by glucose syrup. |
| Protein bar | Protein bars are nutrition bars that contain a high proportion of protein to carbohydrates/fats. |
| Fruit & Nut bar | These are often based on dates with other dried fruit and nut additions and, in some cases, flavorings. |
| NCA | The National Confectioners Association is an American trade organization that promotes chocolate, candy, gum and mints, and the companies that make these treats. |
| CGMP | Current good manufacturing practices are those conforming to the guidelines recommended by relevant agencies. |
| Unstandardized foods | Unstandardized foods are those that do not have a standard of identity or that deviate from a prescribed standard in any manner. |
| GI | The glycemic index (GI) is a way of ranking carbohydrate-containing foods based on how slowly or quickly they are digested and increase blood glucose levels over a period of time |
| Skimmed milk powder | Skimmed milk powder is obtained by removing water from pasteurized skim milk by spray-drying. |
| Flavanols | Flavanols are a group of compounds found in cocoa, tea, apples, and many other plant-based foods and beverages. |
| WPC | Whey protein concentrate- the substance obtained by the removal of sufficient nonprotein constituents from pasteurized whey so that the finished dry product contains greater than 25% protein. |
| LDL | Low density Lipoprotein- the bad cholesterol |
| HDL | High density Lipoprotein- the good cholesterol |
| BHT | butylated Hydroxytoluene is a lab-made chemical that is added to foods as a preservative. |
| Carrageenan | Carrageenan is an additive used to thicken, emulsify, and preserve foods and drinks. |
| Free form | Not containing certain ingredients, such as gluten, dairy, or sugar. |
| Cocoa butter | It is a fatty substance obtained from cocoa beans, used in the manufacture of confectionery. |
| Pastellies | A type of of Brazilian candy made from sugar, eggs, and milk. |
| Draggees | Small, round candies that are coated with a hard sugar shell |
| CHOPRABISCO | Royal Belgian Association of the chocolate, pralines, biscuit, and confectionery industry- A trade association that represents the Belgian chocolate industry. |
| European Directive 2000/13 | A European Union directive that regulates the labeling of food products |
| Kakao-Verordnung | The German chocolate ordinance, a set of regulations that define what can be labeled as "chocolate" in Germany. |
| FASFC | Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain |
| Pectin | A natural substance that is derived from fruits and vegetables. It is used in confectionery to create a gel-like texture. |
| Invert sugars | A type of sugar that is made up of glucose and fructose. |
| Emulsifier | A substance that helps to mix to liquids that does not mix together. |
| Anthocyanins | A type of flavonoid that is responsible for the red, purple, and blue colors of confectionery. |
| Functional Foods | Foods that have been modified to provide additional health benefits beyond basic nutrition. |
| Kosher certificate | This certification verifies that the ingredients, production process including all machinery, and/or food-service process complies with the standards of Jewish dietary law |
| Chicory root extract | A natural extract from the chicory root that is a good source of fiber, calcium, phosphorous, and folate |
| RDD | Recommended daily dose |
| Gummies | A chewy gelatin-based candy that is often flavored with fruit. |
| Nutraceuticals | Food or dietary supplements that are claimed to have health benefits. |
| Energy bars | Snack bars that are high in carbohydrates and calories are designed to provide energy on the go. |
| BFSO | Belgian Food Safety Organization for the food chain. |
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