Kaival Brands Innovations Group, the exclusive global distributor of Bidi Vapor’s Bidi Stick, released results for its fiscal year (FY) 2021 third quarter. Bidi Vapor is the a disposable electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) intended exclusively for adult consumers 21 and over. Effects of FDA Review Process Kaival said in a statement that the company…
Skittles Welcomes Back Lime Candies
Mars Wrigley and Skittles brand announced that, after an absence of eight years, its infamous Lime flavor candies are returning to the rainbow permanently in Skittles Original packs. Original Flavor packs featuring Lime will start popping up on shelves in October 2021 with national rollout over the next few months. Since first introducing the Five…
Social Responsibility Driving CBD Beverage Growth
New data from cannabis market research firm High Yield Insights reveals that consumers of CBD beverages care far more about issues such as sustainability than most adults, with 41% of CBD drinkers reporting a preference for sustainable brands compared to 21% of the general U.S. population aged 21 and over. Similarly, 40% of CBD beverage…
Multicannabinoid Oil and Softgels
A sign of more innovation in the cannabinoid market, NuLeaf Naturals launched its new multicannabinoid oil and softgels offerings, a comprehensive formula designed to elevate health and well-being. The daily blend contains several key cannabinoids, including CBD, CBG, CBN, CBC and Delta 8 THC, in a balanced profile to supercharge the endocannabinoid system. “NuLeaf Naturals…
What Should Retailers Look for in a CBD Vendor?
As market demand for cannabidiol (CBD) and hemp-related products grows, retailers will have to respond by offering more options for consumers. But choosing a CBD vendor can be more challenging than those for typical food, beverage and topical products retailers are used to – for many, CBD products are uncharted territory. There are ways for…
Gradual Recovery Continues for Restaurant Industry
Despite bad weather and the delta variant spread, consumer online and physical restaurant visits in August continued to recover from last year’s steep declines, according to market analyst The NPD Group. U.S. restaurant traffic increased by +5% over the -10% decline in August 2020 and declined by -5% compared to the pre-pandemic level in August…
Bidi Vapor Forges Ahead With Studies to Meet FDA’s Rigorous Standards
Despite the recent setback for its flavored Bidi Sticks, which were caught up in the wave of Premarket Tobacco Product Application (PMTA) marketing denials issued by U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) against all non-tobacco and non-menthol flavored electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), Bidi Vapor remains committed to compliance with FDA standards, stringent youth-access prevention…
Terpene-Infused Pouches
Humboldt, Calif.-based Boldt Runners Corp., the exclusive licensee of Cannadips CBD, known for its lineup of innovative dip alternatives for consumers who don’t want to consume cannabinoids, will be launching a new lineup of Cannadips products nationwide this fall. Products in the new line – called Cannadips Terpenes – are terpene-infused pouches that are THC…
Van’s Kitchen Doubling Production
Van’s Kitchen is adding another shift to its production facilities to further service increased demand for its products. Currently operating one shift six days a week, Van’s is moving to two shifts. “This is a nice position to be in,” said Van’s Kitchen CEO Theresa Motter. “With our business growing across the board in mass,…
FDA Denies More Flavored ENDS Marketing Applications
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration in August issued the first marketing denial orders (MDOs) for electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) products and is continuing processing applications and making decisions. As of Sept. 23, a total of 323 MDOs accounting for more than 1,167,000 flavored ENDS products have been issued. Products subject to an MDO…