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New sugar free jar range
21/09/2011
As the market for sugar free confectionery continues to gather strength, Hancocks Cash and Carry has launched a seven strong range of sugar free sweet jars under its Kingsway brand.
“Sugar free is definitely a growing trend in the market place. As conditions such as diabetes become more prevalent and as obesity continues to be a hot topic, I think that sugar free sweets will have a place to play in confectionery.
Initial sales of sugar free at Hancocks have been greater than we expected. Many independent retailers will find that sugar free can become an opportunity to them. Talking to local shoppers will help to establish the level of interest in addition to simply trying a few lines” says Jonathan Summerley, Hancocks purchasing director.
The range, which also holds NAFNAC status, is available in 2kg jars. High margins can be achieved from selling sweets in this way and sugar free sweets are certainly no exception.
The sweet varieties are:
Throat and Chest
Sherbet Lemon
Fruit Chews
Mint Humbugs
Blackcurrant and Liquorice
Chocolate Eclairs
Assorted Toffee
Available from all 18 Hancocks cash and carries and to purchase online now.
99p per 100g RRP
Specialising in the wholesale of confectionery to independent retailers including convenience stores, sweets and chocolate shops, CTNs, traders, off licenses and garage forecourts, Hancock Cash and Carry offers in excess of 5,000 branded and own label confectionery products in each of its 18 sites, stretching from Glasgow to Portsmouth. There is no larger range of sweets and chocolates available in the UK!
Wholesaling all of the main brands from the leading confectionery manufacturers including Cadbury, Mars, Nestle, Kraft, Haribo, Bassetts, Lindt, Ferrero and Taveners, Hancocks also sells a substantial range of pick and mix sweets under its Kingsway own label, including many old fashioned and retro sweets in addition to more contemporary children’s favourites. Hancocks is also known for its range of value, own label and lesser known branded confectionery, which has become a key driver during the tough economic climate.
There is an ongoing program of special offers and deals on confectionery throughout the year, allowing businesses to maximise their return on confectionery.
