Hot GM and Consumables products at NACDS Total Store Expo 2014
Trident Unwrapped
Chewing gum is about to get even easier. Mondelez International’s Trident is taking it all off with the new Trident Unwrapped. Packaged in convenient bottles and pouches, Trident Unwrapped is ideal for those on the go. Trident, a sugar-free gum, has been helping Americans fight cavities for 50 years.
Viniq Shimmery Liqueur
Viniq Shimmery Liqueur is making waves as this enticing fusion of vodka, Moscato and fruity flavors merge to make this shimmery liqueur. It can be served by itself, on the rocks or combined with mixers. For example, suggested cocktail recipes include Oh Snap!, made with chilled Viniq, an orange slice and chili powder, or the Upper West Side, which is Viniq, French Cognac and an orange peel.
gLovies
The Emerson Group is introducing gLovies disposable multipurpose gloves for kids, to keep little hands clean. It’s a new category that features a solution that’s ideal for arts and crafts, baking, classrooms and public restrooms. The gloves decrease cleanup time, and prevent paint from getting under the fingernails. Each pair is waterproof and adorned with three penguin “friends” to keep kids enthusiastic about wearing their gLovies. gLovies fit loosely, so that hands of all sizes can fit easily, but they feature an elastic wristband so that they don’t come off.
Fave
Drink your vegetables with the all-natural Fave 100% fruit and vegetable juice, which promises to deliver three full servings of vegetables per 8-fl.-oz. glass. Each 8 fl. oz. glass of Fave also provides the equivalent of one-quarter cup of fruit, or half of a daily serving. The juice also has the antioxidant power of vitamins A and C. Fave, which is an acronym for “fruit and vegetables,” is low in sodium and has just 60 calories. In addition, it has no preservatives, artificial sweeteners or high-fructose corn syrup. It is available in three flavors: strawberry-banana-kiwi, blueberry-pomegranate-goji and orange-tangerine-pineapple.
Pet Naps Grooming and Ear & Eye Wipes
With more and more pharmacies filling pet medicines, pet care products at the drug store is a complementary category being shopped by pet owners. In that space, Nice-Pak Products is introducing VetIQ Pet Naps Grooming and Ear & Eye Wipes, which are formulated with a pH balance to match a pet’s skin. The wipes are designed to remove dirt from a pet’s paws and coat after walks, during rainy days or for in between baths. It contains moisturizers for animal skin softness and coat conditioning, and is safe for ears, eyes and the occasional lick. The wipes are made from 100% plant-based fibers, making them naturally absorbent.
Energizer MAX batteries
Alkaline batteries with extended product claims have been credited with driving sales across the battery category. Energizer MAX batteries now feature a new Power Seal Technology that allows them to hold power for up to a decade in storage. This extended shelf life provides consumers with added assurance that their batteries will work when needed to power essential daily devices like children’s toys, remote controls and clocks. More importantly, Energizer has eliminated concerns of leakage by guaranteeing that devices will be protected from leakage for up to two years.