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Ribbon Candy — Classic Twists, Festive Stripes, Gift-Ready

A heritage favorite with modern colorways. Ribbon Candy features thin, folded twists with signature stripes that catch light on shelf. Ideal for seasonal tables, gift tins, and premium jars—this SKU delivers visual theater and classic fruit sweetness in every strip.


Why it sells


Iconic ribbon shape & stripes → instant giftability and shelf pop


Photo-friendly translucence for social/UGC and seasonal catalogs


Multiple pack formats (pouch, jar, gift box/tin) for grocery, specialty, and gift channels


One-Box Pilot available to validate velocity before scale-up



Recommended placements

Seasonal endcaps · Gift/novelty gondolas · Gourmet/candy aisles · Party favor assortments



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Spec (for buyers)


Product type: Hard candy (ribbon-folded, striped)


Base: Sugar; isomalt option for higher clarity & reduced stickiness


Standard flavors: Peppermint (holiday), Strawberry, Lemon, Green Apple, Grape (custom sets)


Dimensions: ~8–10 cm length × ~1.5–2.0 cm width per strip


Piece wt.: ~6–9 g per ribbon (individually wrapped or layered separators)


Pack sizes: 120–180 g pouch (window optional); 250–400 g PET/glass jar; gift box/tin 180–300 g


Case pack: 12–24 units/master (by pack type)


Shelf life: 12–18 months (cool & dry)


Allergens: None typically present; facility may process milk/soy (confirm via COA)


Origin: KR/CN (factory-dependent)


HS Code (ref.): 1704.90 (Sugar confectionery, not containing cocoa)



Docs / Compliance


Labeling (US): FDA 21 CFR 101 — Nutrition Facts, ingredients (descending), allergens, net wt., lot/date code, COO


Barcoding: GS1/UPC per retail unit; inner/outer carton labels


Certificates: COA, ingredient list; MSDS on request



MOQ & Lead Time


MOQ: One-Box Pilot (3–5 master cartons) → standard 3,000–5,000 units (by pack type)


Lead time: Pilot 2–3 weeks ex-factory; repeat 4–6 weeks; DDP available



> Customization: flavor/color mapping (classic holiday stripes vs pastel), sugar vs isomalt base, strip length/width, jar ribbon & label, gift-sleeve or tin artwork, 12–24 ct counter display.





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Label & QC Checklist (Quick)


Front: product name, Net Wt. (oz/g), window (if any)


Back: Nutrition Facts, ingredients, allergen statement, origin, importer, lot/date code


AQL 2.5: piece integrity (no cracks/chips) ≥ 98%, wrap seal strength, weight ±5%, color ΔE tolerance


Transit tests: heat/humidity (summer) to prevent blocking; jar drop test 1.2 m ×3


Handling note: insert parchment layers or separators for jar/box to reduce sticking


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