Market research firm Packaged Facts estimates chewing gum sales comprise 11 percent of the total U.S. retail candy market, which also includes chocolate and non-chocolate candy products.

Sugar Free Specialties, manufacturer of sugar-free nutritional candy under the Dr. John’s brand, is expanding in Plainfield Township, Mich., investing $2.3 million and creating 50 jobs.  

Roughly 75 percent of consumers across 19 countries are not influenced by sugar content when purchasing sugar confectionery, according to a survey by Innova Market Insights.

Though more consumers are pursuing a healthy lifestyle, it won’t stop them from seeking indulgences that meet their needs, whether they’re based on health or ethical concerns.

Entrepreneur Magazine has put 13-year-old Alina Morse, founder of Zolli Candy, on the cover of its September 2018 issue to highlight the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Founded by Sally Cox — Grandma Sal — Koochikoo offers lollipops that are sweetened with prebiotic fiber.

Free From Fellows, the latest brand introduction from London-based Bravura Foods, has added three items to its range of clean-label gummies.

Zollipops, created by 12-year-old “kidpreneur” Alina Morse, has become the top-selling sugar-free hard candy on Amazon, just before Halloween.

In response to consumer requests, Curly Girlz Candy has launched a line of sugar-free and no-sugar-added chocolates and confections.