★Gummy candy has become one of the fastest-growing segments in the confectionery aisle of grocery stores worldwide. Fueled by a surge in consumer demand for varied textures, natural ingredients, and innovative flavor profiles, gummies are driving significant sales growth for retailers of all sizes.
Grocery stores, seeking to maximize shelf appeal and attract a broad customer base, increasingly focus on diverse gummy offerings tailored to health-conscious and indulgent consumers alike. Freeze-dried gummy candy, in particular, combines enhanced flavor intensity with a unique crunchy texture, creating novel snack experiences that differentiate from traditional soft gummies.
★According to industry reports, global gummy candy sales are expected to maintain a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 5-7% through 2028. Key drivers include expanding markets in Asia-Pacific, rising demand for vegan and allergen-free gummy options, and the trend toward functional gummies infused with vitamins or botanicals.
★Nantong Litai Jianlong Food Co., Ltd., a pioneer in freeze-dried confectionery, exemplifies how technology elevates gummy candy innovation. Founded in 2003 by confectionery enthusiast Ms. Wu Minli, the company leverages advanced freeze-drying techniques — a technology traditionally reserved for pharmaceuticals or specialty foods — to enhance shelf-life, flavor, and texture of gummy products.
This cutting-edge approach not only meets growing retailer demands for longer-lasting, stable inventory but also offers manufacturers scalable OEM and ODM capabilities for customizing gummy candy to target specific grocery store demographics globally.
The company's product portfolio encompasses freeze-dried candies, mini crush freeze-dried candies, gummies, jelly products, and novel alcohol-filled jelly shots — catering to diverse consumer preferences and expanding grocery store category options.
Mission: To craft high-quality and delightful confectionery products that make every moment sweeter by combining premium ingredients with scientific innovation and creative development.
Core Values:
Nantong Litai Jianlong Food Co., Ltd. offers a broad variety of confectionery tailored for grocery store sales, including:
These products emphasize taste, creativity, and consistent quality, making them ideal for shoppers seeking both everyday treats and special occasion sweets — reinforcing grocery store candy aisles as dynamic and profitable shopping destinations.
★With exports spanning over 30 countries and regions, the company supports grocery retailers through comprehensive OEM & ODM services. This flexibility enables brands to tailor gummy candy formulations, packaging, and branding for local consumer preferences — vital for grocery stores aiming to meet regional demand nuances.
Through continuous investments in production capabilities and streamlined supply chains, Nantong Litai Jianlong Food ensures reliable product availability and competitive pricing, empowering grocery stores worldwide to capitalize on gummy candy’s escalating popularity.
Each gummy from Nantong Litai Jianlong Food Co., Ltd. tells a story of passion, quality, and innovation. Whether you seek to delight customers with new texture experiences like freeze-dried gummies or provide classic fruity flavors, this evolving category offers rich opportunities for grocery stores to boost sales and consumer loyalty.
We invite grocery retailers, brands, and distributors to partner with us in expanding the gummy candy frontier — delivering cutting-edge confectionery that turns ordinary shopping into joyful moments.
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