shrinkflation

The rise of Shrinkflation continues to make its mark as manufacturers feel the strain

Alas, it seems it’s back in town, like the equivalent of the party guest that nobody really wants to see, “shrinkflation” of product portion sizes is on the horizon once more amid major pandemic, Covid-19 and post Brexit pressure on manufacturers.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability

The rise of smaller confectionery ranges as a major consumer choice could be on the horizon

This week’s blog follows on from my last post, in placing the thorny issue of shrinkflation under the microscope, whereby the industry has come under scrutiny for unexpectedly reducing product size amid rising production costs without a corresponding cut in retail prices.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability

Shrinkflation product reduction continues with Nutella’s reduced jar sizes

The concept of ‘shrinkflation’ where products are reduced in pack size with no corresponding reduction in retail price is one that’s been with us for many years, much to the general dismay of consumers.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability

Nutella becomes latest range to experience ‘shrinkflation’ amid rising ingredient costs

Nutella has become the latest confectionery product to be subject to claims of ‘shrinkflation’ of reducing portion size, as its popular 400g jars have been cut to 350g in the UK, writes Neill Barston.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability

Industry doubts whether banning television advertising on treats will impact on reducing obesity

This week has again brought a renewed spotlight on the major issue of obesity, which has been characterised as having reached crisis levels within the UK, with two thirds of UK adults considered as being overweight, according to Public Health England.

Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability

Cadbury New Zealand draws criticism over chocolate ‘shrinkflation’

Cadbury has confirmed that its customers in New Zealand will be facing the prospect of smaller ‘family blocks’ of chocolate, with the firm citing rising ingredients costs.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing

Return of the Toblerone missing peaks prompts media spotlight

One of the biggest headlines within the confectionery sector for the past weeks has been news of a return for Toblerone in a larger format, which has gained broad media attention.

Business news, Ingredients, Processing

Toblerone to return in larger format after consumer reaction

Toblerone bars are to be revived in their original form following reaction from consumers over a decision to reduce the number of peaks in its distinctive alpine design.

Business news, Processing