Ribbon Candy — Classic Twists, Festive Stripes, Gift-Ready
- Myungjun Kim
- Oct 16
- 2 min read
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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