Do your private brand products stand out on the shelf or do they fade into the background—simply another can, box or bottle among a sea of competitors? In today’s retail environment, 98 percent of national brand assortment is the same across retailers—making differentiation through private brands vital to a retailer’s success. And what’s on the […]
Category: Packaging News
Annual Test Verifies Cleanliness of Corrugated Shipping Containers
An independent study has confirmed that corrugated containers used to transport fresh produce are safe and clean. Fresh produce has been documented by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as a leading source of food-borne illness. With the passage of the U.S. Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) in 2011, the supply chain […]
RSP Nutrition Introduces Newly Redesigned Packaging
Miami Gardens, Florida-based nutritional supplement brand RSP Nutrition has introduced new sleek and colorful packaging for its new AvoCollagen, Whole Bar, vegan AminoLean and Clarity Creamer, as well as on TrueFit grass-fed protein powder. The products are available at Clark’s Nutrition and Natural Foods Markets. The packaging will roll out across all the company’s product […]
Reckitt Benckiser Debuts VEO Probiotic Surface Cleaner
Reckitt Benckiser LLC, a global consumer health and hygiene company with U.S. offices in New York, introduced VEO Active-Probiotics Surface Cleaner. Developed with bio-based surfactants and active probiotics, VEO biodegrades dirt and grime on kitchen surfaces. Probiotics also help contribute to the balancing of the home microbiome, according to the company. “With consumer research, we […]
Julio’s Tortilla Chips Secures National Distribution With Walmart
Del Rio, Texas-based Mexican food manufacturing company Julio’s Corn Chips and Seasoning Inc. has secured national distribution in all Walmart stores nationwide, effective Sept. 16. Julio’s has a regional presence in more than six states surrounding Texas, and the company is currently expanding production with a state-of-the-art facility in Del Rio, tripling its current capacity. […]
Hank’s Gourmet Beverages Debuts New Ginger Beer
Southampton, Pennsylvania-based Hank’s Gourmet Beverages has introduced Hank’s Caribbean Recipe Ginger Beer in bars, clubs, restaurants, package stores, supermarkets and gourmet shops coast to coast. The new beverage features a custom blend of the international gingers, other natural flavorings, and 100 percent cane sugar. It has no artificial flavors, colorings, preservatives or sweeteners. “Our ginger […]
Fruitbelt Sparkling Tonic Names Mueller VP-Sales And Marketing
Fruitbelt Sparkling Tonic has hired Carol Mueller as its VP of sales and marketing. “One sip of Fruitbelt Sparkling Tonic and I knew I wanted to join the team,” says Mueller. “I am passionate about food that nurtures the body and the environment, and Fruitbelt’s focus on flavor and farmers makes this the perfect fit. […]
Peet’s Coffee Expands Espresso Capsule Line With Decaffeinato Ristretto
To meet the demand for decaf capsules, Berkeley, California-based Peet’s Coffee is expanding its espresso capsule line, originally launched in 2018, by introducing Decaffeinato Ristretto. Nespresso-compatible capsule sales are growing 65 percent across grocery, mass, club and Amazon outlets. Decaf capsules represent 6.6 percent of the segment, consistent with decaf offerings in the premium coffee […]
