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Nicotine-Free Tobacco Alternative

TAAT is a nicotine-free and tobacco-free alternative to regular cigarettes, offered in Original, Smooth and Menthol. In addition to the traditional 20-stick pack, TAAT is also sold in a two-stick format called TAAT Twos. By law tobacco cigarettes must be sold in packs of at least 20. As TAAT is not a tobacco product, it can be sold in the small-pack format for 99 cents. Compared to profi t margins earned from selling tobacco cigarettes, TAAT offers retailers signifi cantly higher profi t margin opportunities in addition to attentive support for in-store activation as well as regional marketing.

TAAT Global Alternatives Inc.

www.trytaat.com

Forecourt Lighting Fixture

LSI's Scottsdale CRUS with Forward Throw is now available to customers after they have been asking for the wider availability of Forward Throw technology since LSI fi rst launched it on the Scottsdale Vertex. The Forward Throw is an LSI exclusive that lights the forecourt using the light from the canopy. Forward Throw allows owners to evenly from the canopy. Forward Throw allows owners to evenly illuminate their site with fewer fi xtures, creating a welcomilluminate their site with fewer fi xtures, creating a welcoming and safe environment for ing and safe environment for their customers while saving their customers while saving money on energy. money on energy.

LSI Industries Inc.

www.lsicorp.com

Pink Lemonade Gum

Extra Gum unveiled a new limited-edition fl avor to hit shelves at select retailers in January, with nationwide rollout set for later in 2023. Extra Pink Lemonade delivers the familiar sweet and tart fl avor of lemonade with the bright, familiar sweet and tart fl avor of lemonade with the bright, refreshing and long-lasting fl avor that refreshing and long-lasting fl avor that Extra is known for, giving cusExtra is known for, giving customers a new refreshing gum option. The fl avor leans into the rising popularity of fruitfl avored gums among teens and young adults.

Mars Inc.

www.mars.com

Compostable Food Packaging

Inno-Pak recently announced the rebranding of Stalk Market Compostable Products, a full line of commercially compostable food packaging for venues that require single-use food packaging. The new brand includes compostable cold cups, cutlery, fi ber containers, fi ber plates and bowls, PLA-lined paper food containers, hot cups, PLA containers, and items packed and labeled for retail sale. Inno-Pak makes Stalk Market Compostable Products using natural materials, including plant-based fi bers and the biopolymer PLA. Because of their natural designs, these products can break down in commercial composting facilities. Many Stalk Market Compostable Products are certifi ed by the Biodegradable Products Institute.

Inno-Pak

www.innopak.com

Cinnamon Sugar Snack

Kellogg’s released its Cinnabon Jumbo Snax to convenience stores nationwide in December. Cinnabon Jumbo Snax is a bakery-inspired snack with a classic Cinnabon taste. It is dusted with cinnamon sugar and melts in the mouth. Cinnabon Jumbo Snax has a suggested retail price of $2.69. As Cinnabon has been Kellogg’s No. 1 craveable brand for four years in a row, this new variety of Jumbo Snax makes for a great mix of fun-toeat fl avors.

Kellogg’s Co.

www.kelloggs.com

Mini Chip Canisters

Fans can now enjoy bite-sized versions of Frito-Lay snacks, including Doritos, Cheetos and SunChips. Frito-Lay Minis are conveniently packaged in an easy-to-pour canister that’s ideal for sharing or snacking on the go. Frito-Lay Minis bring variety to snack canisters because they pack the same bold fl avors of the iconic brands fans know in mini sizes. Fans can now enjoy six varieties: Doritos Nacho Cheese, Doritos Cool Ranch, Cheetos Cheddar, Cheetos Flamin’ Hot, SunChips Harvest Cheddar and SunChips Garden Salsa. Frito-Lay Minis are now available for purchase at retailers nationwide for $2.79.

PepsiCo

www.pepsico.com

Hot Chili Pepper and Lime Popcorn

Popcornopolis has partnered with Takis to create a new popcorn offering, Popcornopolis Takis Fuego. This vibrant red savory snack is full of fl avor. It is made with 100% American-grown corn and popped in coconut oil. Popcornopolis Takis Fuego features bold fl avor, seasoned with a spicy combination of hot chili pepper and lime and dusted across gourmet, non-GMO corn. Standing out on store shelves, this new offering will be packaged in Popcornopolis’ iconic cones and features bright purple and red branding. Popcornopolis Takis Fuego will be available for a suggested retail price of $4.98-$5.99.

Grupo Bimbo

www.grupobimbo.com

Eco-Friendly Whippers and Chargers

The new iSi Eco Series Whipper and Charger System for whipping food consists of the new iSi Green Whip (one-pint capacity) and the 8.4-gram Eco Series Professional Charger (10-, 24- and 50-pack). Now, restaurants and cafes can serve fresh whipped cream and cold foams with a substantially lower climate impact while enjoying signifi cant ingredient cost savings. iSi uses technology that captures released nitrous oxide gas during production and transforms the emission into the earth-friendly gases: nitrogen and oxygen. The new Eco Series Green Whip can be hand- or machine washed and has the fl exibility to create multiple fl avors.

iSi North America

www.isiecoseries.com

Texas Beef Jerky

For 36 years, Uncle Ervin’s has delivered quality jerky for jerky lovers everywhere. Consumers experience an unmistakable steak-like chew and bold fl avors. Customers can rest easy knowing this is a top-shelf product at customerfriendly pricing. The three-ounce bags come in seven fl avors, including Bohemian Garlic, Jalapeño Honey, Mesquite, Texas Heat, Lemon Pepper, Peppered and Zero Sugar.

Uncle Ervin’s

www.uncleervins.com

Cinnamon Roll Iced Coffee

Super Coffee launched its new Cinnamon Roll Super Coffee, giving consumers the taste and smell of cinnamon rolls freshly out of the oven, but without any of the added sugar. Cinnamon Roll Super Coffee is just as crave-worthy as the real thing, but is naturally enhanced with MCT Oil and plantbased protein. This betterfor-you iced coffee is a great way to start the day.

Super Co ee

www.drinksupercoffee.com

Chocolate Hazelnut Snack Bar

Ferrero is launching Nutella B-Ready, a favorite in Europe, in the U.S. This is the fi rst new Nutella innovation to come to the U.S. since Nutella &GO! was introduced in 2012. A light, individually wrapped snack bar with a crispy baked wafer fi lled with creamy hazelnut Nutella spread, Nutella B-Ready is a great break-time snack to enjoy anytime, anywhere. Nutella B-Ready will be available early 2023.

Ferrero

www.ferrero.com

Virtual Store Walkthrough Feature

Spacee launched a new version of its Deming shelf-mounted robots that feature live video feed capabilities, allowing retail store managers to see shelves and get real-time inventory snapshots remotely. Spacee’s unobtrusive Deming robots roam across shelves capturing inventory data, providing an accurate inventory accounting of an entire facility in under a minute. Deming installation requires just one tool and about 30 minutes per aisle. Deming has been proven to help retailers improve supply chain effi ciency, ensure planogram compliance, reduce stockouts and waste and reduce costs. Deming provides accurate, near real-time data and creates a video walkthrough that managers can view from anywhere.

Spacee

www.spacee.com

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