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State of the Industry 2025: Novelty candy sees some sweet results

Sales of the confectionery category experienced double-digit growth for the year.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
September 25, 2025

Consumers purchased more items in the category this year than in the previous 12-month period.


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a large container of Twizzlers Strawberry Flavored Twists candy.

State of the Industry 2025: Non-chocolate makers adapt to new trends

Consumers are drawn to BFY options, novel flavor combinations, and textures like freeze-dried candy.
Chris Lewis
September 24, 2025

The sector is focusing on cleaner ingredients and more distinct offerings.


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ferrerro halloween calendar

Ferrero launches sixth annual Halloween calendar

The item supports the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals through $31 donations.
Candy Industry Staff
August 19, 2025

Ferrero’s Halloween countdown calendar returns with a storybook-inspired design and supports Children's Miracle Network Hospitals through $31 donations.


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Kinder Joy debuts Harry Potter-inspired chocolate, toy collection

Kinder Joy debuts Harry Potter-inspired chocolate

The eggs include cocoa-filled wafer bites and Funko toys.
Candy Industry Staff
July 28, 2025

Parents and kids can collect their favorite Harry Potter characters in Kinder Joy eggs for a treat-and-toy experience.


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Bazooka Brands unveils innovations at Sweets & Snacks Expo

Bazooka unveils innovations at Sweets & Snacks Expo

The company is releasing two novelty candies: Juicy Drop Mystery Cube and MashUps
Candy Industry Staff
May 12, 2025

The gummy technology and customizable candy formats aim to deliver next level interactive experiences.


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IT'SUGAR opens two new stores

Video: IT'SUGAR on novelty candy trends

The store uses trend platforms and social media to stay ahead of consumer interests.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
May 6, 2025

We recently touched base with Ryan Nelson, president, IT'SUGAR, to chat about consumer trends and behaviors in the novelty candy space, as well as what new items the store has recently released.


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Gerrit J. Verburg Co. debuts Satellite Wafers with Tongue Tattoos

Podcast: Gerrit J. Verburg Co. on non-chocolate novelty candy

Nostalgia-driven products have been appealing to younger demographics.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
May 5, 2025

Social media, especially TikTok, has been playing a crucial role in identifying and amplifying candy trends.


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Warheads debuts Atomic Fizz candy

Video: Showcasing Warheads Atomic Fizz

A rep for Impact Confections explains the unique science behind the candy.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
May 2, 2025

We recently talked to Impact Confections to discuss the new Warheads Atomic Fizz candy, a product that combines the sour taste of Warheads Extreme Sour Hard Candy with a fizzy explosion in the center.


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CandyRific launches Easter 2025 offerings

CandyRific launches Easter 2025 offerings

The brand is partnering with Haribo and Paw Patrol on branded items.
Candy Industry Staff
March 12, 2025

CandyRific has teamed up with the Haribo brand and PAW Patrol for candy fans, sticker stampers, and light-up bracelets for the Easter holiday. 


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Bazooka Brands unveils Baby Bottle Pop Twisters

Bazooka Brands unveils Baby Bottle Pop Twisters

The new candy features a crunchy outer shell, and sour powder at its core.
Candy Industry Staff
February 21, 2025

The new chewy candy offers a multi-texture experience with three layers in every bite.


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