Though the global COVID-19 pandemic prompted the National Confectioners Association to cancel the 2020 Sweets & Snacks Expo, the staff of Candy Industry still wanted to give confectionery manufacturers a chance to show off the innovations they have planned for 2020 and beyond.

Next month the Skittles brand is launching limited-edition Pride Packs, which feature a colorless packaging design and colorless candies inside, to illustrate “only one rainbow matters” during Pride Month.

Perfetti Van Melle USA, Inc. is launching the first soft gummy products in the U.S. under the Fruit-tella brand, which has strong roots in Europe.

Perfetti Van Melle is introducing Airheads Filled Ropes, which allow fans to enjoy five flavors in each pack.

Perfetti Van Melle is introducing the Mentos CleanBreath Big Bottle, featuring 150 hard mints.

Now consumers can create their perfect mix of sweet and sour with the Strawberry Kiwi Juicy Drop Pop and Juicy Drop Gummies.

Ahead of the debut of “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” in March 2021, CandyRific has created a light and sound wand modeled after the Ecto-1 featured in the 1984 Ghostbusters film.

These chocolate snacks are made from organic ingredients including tropical fruits and superfoods.