Within the US$17.4 billion gums and jellies segment of the global confectionery market, innovation and new product introductions are happening disproportionately in sour gummies, but the supply of stable acid powder – a key enabler in such applications – has been tightening in recent years.
In response to this supply issue, ingredient supplier Corbion will construct a new production line, with capacity more than twice that of Corbion’s current acid powder production in Gorinchem, The Netherlands. The new line will be located at the company’s existing site in Montmeló, Spain, and is expected to commence operation in the 2nd half of 2025.
Willy van Arkel, Senior Product Manager at Corbion said, “As a major supplier of stable, fat-free acid powders, we’re investing in this capacity expansion to support our customers in their efforts to deliver next-generation candies.”
Representing about 16% of new product launches in the global gums and jellies segment, sour gummies are growing faster than the overall category. While gums and jellies grew at only 2.5% CAGR from 2018-2022, sour gummies rose 8.15% during the same period.
Malic acid-based ingredients, such as Corbion’s PURAC® Powder MA, have become the go-to solution for providing sour gummy products with instant, long-lasting fruity sourness and greater product stability for longer shelf life. Corbion’s product, in particular, delivers a more stable form of malic acid that offers low hygroscopicity and limits acid migration, so even acid-sanded candies maintain their fresh, dry appearance and avoid stickiness longer.
Arkel added, “In addition to our current range of offerings, we are delighted to introduce our latest patented products, PURAC® Powder MAX and PURAC® Powder MAX Fine. Specifically designed for confectionery applications such as hard panning, tablets, and non pareille, these products provide a remarkable sourness while ensuring the stability of texture and color while maintaining product quality.”
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