General Merchandise

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. — Sabra Dipping Company is expanding its line of Guacamole products. The joint venture between PepsiCo and Strauss Group has introduced new Classic Guacamole with Lime. The recipe for this dip starts with a chunky, flavorful fresh Haas avocado for a homemade taste, the company said, noting that a strong burst of lime is then added as a final touch.  

ROCKVILLE, Md. — Litter for small dogs could become the next wave of in-demand items by pet owners, according to market research firm Packaged Facts. The company reports that despite the cat litter market being at $2.8 billion, it holds an opportunity for sales growth that does not depend entirely on felines.

Canines weighing under 25 pounds could be the next target, considering 12% of U.S. households own dogs weighing under pounds, while 43% have ones weighing between 8-24 pounds — making them the most popular household pet in the nation.

ColourPop, known for its low prices, long-lasting formulas and exclusive availability through the company's e-commerce site, has made its brick-and-mortar launch. The company is now available in select Sephora stores nationwide and on Sephora’s website. News broke in August about the collaboration, which features eyeshadows, palettes and lipsticks for under $40.

BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart has unveiled a multi-pronged holiday strategy that emphasizes convenience, expanded assortments, price discounts, speedy deliveries — and in-store fun. The company said it will throw three themed parties at its stores (for a total of 20,000 parties chainwide) over the course of the season. At the parties, which will include product demonstrations, customers will be able to test (and, in some instances, taste) top holiday items.

LONGMONT, Colo. – Left Hand Brewing Company is celebrating the start of stout season with the launch of new Milk Stout Nitro cans. Technology from Ball’s Widget Inside allows consumers to take the beer on the go in the can while it remains perfectly smooth and creamy.  

NEW YORK — Part of the next step in the collaboration between Perfect Corp. and L’Oreal is to bring iconic beauty brand Lancôme Paris, to AR-powered YouCam Makeup.

CINCINNATI — After a limited launch at select retailers, Procter & Gamble is launching Febreze ONE in additional retail stores nationwide. To celebrate the launch, the company will be debuting a nationally televised commercial titled “Run,” which takes aim at the lengths to which consumers go to avoid overwhelming scents and sprays in a humorous light.

HANOVER, PA. — Utz Quality Foods announced Friday that it would be acquiring Inventure Foods in a deal valued at $165 million.

With manufacturing facilities in Arizona, Inventure’s portfolio includes such brands as Boulder Canyon Foods, TGI Fridays and Nathan's Famous.