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Snacks

Making Snacktime Deliciously Unforgettable

Backed by market and consumer research, IFF’s snack solutions offer exciting taste innovations inspired by culinary trends and advanced taste technology to reduce sodium, sugar, and ingredient costs, meeting your evolving needs.

  • 14% increase
    in the 2023 value of the Snacks market in the UK – one of the largest capita consumption globally. The US snacks markets is expected to grow 22% by 2028.*
  • Nearly half
    of snackers who eat more salty snacks now compared to 1 year ago are saying that more interesting flavors would encourage them to eat even more.*
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Explore Our Snack Solutions

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Potato Chips

This dynamic segment spans everything from plain salted to bold flavor expressions and delicately crafted compositions for better-for-you products for consumers looking for healthy options. IFF’s innovative technologies empower our customers to elevate these taste profiles, ensuring consistent quality, freshness, and exciting new flavor experiences for consumers.

Key Challenges We Address: 

  • Capturing Pivotal Flavor Profiles, including Cheese and Other Flavors
  • Affordability
  • Lower Sodium
  • Product Differentiation
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How Will Our Snack Ingredients Improve Your Product?

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Top Snack Flavors

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Cheese

Cheese, in all its varieties and paired with onion or spices, remains the dominant flavor across many snack products. IFF brings proven expertise in crafting rich profiles, from sharp Cheddar and buttery Gouda to Emmental and bold Blue Cheese like Roquefort. Our snack seasoning team also leverages a vast collection of ingredients—onion, garlic, herbs, and spices—to enhance these cheese flavors, creating irresistible combinations that boost consumer appeal.

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BBQ

Sweet, smoky, succulent, meaty, and brown syrupy notes are just a few of the key elements that create the perfect BBQ flavor in snacks. These essential components are part of our extensive taste toolbox and are expertly tailored to each specific snack product by our seasoned Taste Creation team.

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Sour Cream & Onion

Sour Cream & Onion, with its tangy creaminess and savory onion bite, remains a top flavor in many snack products. IFF specializes in creating balanced profiles that blend the richness of sour cream with the sharpness of onion. Our snack seasoning team draws from a vast library of herbs, spices, and natural flavors to elevate this classic taste, delivering snack experiences that resonate with consumers.

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Salt

Salt has long been a hero of snack flavors, amplifying taste in every bite. But as consumers seek better-for-you options, the challenge is to keep that savory magic without overdoing the sodium. That’s where IFF steps in. With a deep understanding of flavor balance, we’ve mastered the art of reducing salt while still delivering that crave-worthy taste. Working hand-in-hand with our clients, we create custom seasoning solutions that make every snack feel indulgent, even with a lighter touch of salt.

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Spicy

Spicy flavors bring excitement to snacks, but it’s more than just heat. At IFF, we’ve explored the rich world of chili varieties to capture authentic taste profiles. From the kick of jalapeño to the depth of Habanero and the warmth of Thai Chili, we’ve mastered the spice and nuances that make each pepper unique. By working closely with clients, we craft flavors that deliver the genuine heat and character of chilis to every bite.

Transform Ideas into Market-Ready Innovations

Bring your vision to life with IFF’s expertise in food and beverage innovation. Together, we can turn bold ideas into groundbreaking solutions.