I. Case Overview
Cooperation Date
- : May 2026
Export Product
- : Green Grapes Peelable Gummy Candy
Destination Country
- : Ukraine
Project Positioning
- : Formulation customization and regulatory compliance packaging for the trending interactive “peelable” gummy candy in the East European market.
Service Mode
- : OEM/ODM (Custom formulation, regulatory compliant labeling, and turnkey packaging solutions).
II. Client Pain Points & Market Challenges
With the resurgence of the East European confectionery market, demand for innovative, interactive sweets like “peelable gummies” has surged. However, exporting to Ukraine presents two major challenges:
Stringent Food Additive Regulations (E-Numbers)
1. : Ukrainian food laws are highly aligned with European Union standards. All additives must be explicitly labeled with their European E-numbers, and certain food colorings require mandatory health warnings.
Extended Maritime & Cross-border Logistics
2. : Due to prolonged transit times, clients require confectionery to have an exceptional shelf life and maintain its unique “peelability” and elastic texture even under non-ideal warehousing conditions.
III. Solutions & Technical Implementation
1. Regulatory & Food Additive Compliance
To meet Ukraine’s food safety standards, we meticulously audited and formatted the ingredients list for total compliance:
Comprehensive E-Number Labeling
- : The packaging clearly lists all E-numbers for thickeners (E407, E440), acidity regulators (E330, E331, E296), preservative (E202), colorants (E133, E102), and glazing agent (E903).
Mandatory Warning Integration
- : For Tartrazine (E102) used in the formulation, we incorporated the mandatory health warning on the label:
“Colorant E102 may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children”
. This completely eliminated the risk of customs rejection and built solid trust with major local retail channels.
2. Formulated for Extended Shelf Life (28 Months)
Optimized Shelf Life
- : With a production date of
May 10, 2026
, and a best-before date of
September 5, 2028
, the product boasts an impressive shelf life of
2 years and 4 months (28 months)
.
Anti-Aging & Water Activity Control
- : By optimizing the ratio of maltose syrup to white sugar and incorporating natural concentrated grape juice (
reconstituted), we utilized advanced water activity control. This ensures that throughout its long shelf life:
- The outer peel does not melt, stick, or liquefy;
- The inner gummy core remains juicy and plump;
- The elastic, interactive “peel-and-eat” functionality remains perfect.
IV. Technical Specifications
1. Ingredients List
Maltose syrup, white sugar, concentrated grape juice (≥30%, reconstituted juice), gelatin, thickeners (E407, E440), acidity regulators (E330, E331, E296), preservative (E202), colorants (E133, E102), glazing agent (E903), flavoring.
Note: Country of Origin is China. Manufactured under strict compliance with ISO 22000 and HACCP food safety management systems.
2. Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
| Nutrients | Amount per 100g |
| Energy | 1565 kJ |
| Protein | 2.2 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| – of which Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 91.1 g |
| – of which Sugars | 45 g |
| Salt | 0 g |
3. Storage Conditions
Store in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight and high temperatures (recommended temperature , relative humidity ) to maintain optimum peelable performance.
V. Key Achievements & Value Created
100% Seamless Customs Clearance
1. : The batch of Green Grapes Peelable Gummy cleared Ukrainian customs without any regulatory delays, saving the client from costly demurrage or labeling modification fees.
Enhanced Supply Chain Resilience
2. : The 28-month shelf life gives the client maximum buffering time for multi-tier distribution amid unpredictable regional logistics.
Market Success
3. : The premium, high-juice formulation combined with the viral “peeling” concept helped the client quickly establish a strong foothold among Gen-Z and millennial consumers in Ukraine.
