GNT to present plant-based EXBERRY® colors in eye-catching functional fruit gum concepts at ISM Ingredients

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GNT will present gums with functional ingredients including ashwagandha, caffeine, and vitamin C (photo credit: GNT Group)

GNT will showcase the potential of its plant-based EXBERRY® colors with functional confectionery concepts and more at ISM Ingredients 2026 (February 1-4, Cologne).

EXBERRY® colors are made from non-GMO fruits, vegetables, and plants. They can be used to deliver a complete spectrum of shades in food and drink, including almost all types of confectionery.

At ISM Ingredients, GNT (Hall 10.1 | J010 H011) will present a wide variety of colorful confectionery and snack concepts to demonstrate the possibilities with EXBERRY®.

The company will also offer six different fruit gums that tap into the functional confectionery trend with ingredients such as ashwagandha, caffeine, and vitamin C. The gums are all created with bold, energetic, and saturated EXBERRY® colors to represent their functional benefits and exotic flavor profiles.

GNT’s experts will be available throughout the event to explain more about the concepts, offer advice on using EXBERRY® in different applications, and discuss the latest color trends.

They will also be able to provide information on the colors’ sustainability benefits, including the fact that Product Carbon Footprint figures are available for 98% of the EXBERRY® portfolio.

Teresa Fischer, Technical Sales Manager at GNT Group, said: “EXBERRY® is a plant-based, sustainable coloring solution that can be used to deliver vibrant shades and build instant connections with shoppers. Join us at ISM to discover how we can help you create confectionery that truly resonates with modern consumers.”

ISM Ingredients 2026 takes place at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany, from February 1 to 4. For more information, visit: www.ism-cologne.com/trade-fair/ism-ingredients

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For more information, contact:
Robin Hackett, Ingredient Communications
robin@ingredientcommunications.com | +44 7507 277733

About EXBERRY®
EXBERRY® is a leading global brand of plant-based, sustainable colors for food and drink. The EXBERRY® portfolio includes a complete spectrum of shades created from non-GMO fruit, vegetables, and plants. They are available in a wide range of formats and suitable for almost any application, including confectionery, dairy, bakery, soft and alcoholic beverages, cereals, snacks, sauces, savory, and plant-based meat, seafood, and dairy. EXBERRY® colors are trusted by many of the world’s leading food and beverage manufacturers for their vibrancy, versatility, stability, ease of use, and strong sustainability credentials.

About GNT Group
Founded in 1978, GNT is a family-owned company pioneering in the creation of plant-based, sustainable ingredients. It is headquartered in Mierlo, The Netherlands, with additional offices in Europe, North America, Asia, and the Middle East. GNT’s family ownership provides stability and long-term commitment, enabling it to make strategic decisions to futureproof supplies. These include ambitious sustainability commitments and investments in long-term stockholding. The company supports its customers throughout every stage of the product development process, including concept innovation, color selection and matching, stability testing, upscaling, regulatory matters, and quality documentation.

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About GNT Group

About EXBERRY®
EXBERRY® is a leading global brand of plant-based, sustainable colors for food and drink. The EXBERRY® portfolio includes a complete spectrum of shades created from non-GMO fruit, vegetables, and plants. They are available in a wide range of formats and suitable for almost any application, including confectionery, dairy, bakery, soft and alcoholic beverages, cereals, snacks, sauces, savory, and plant-based meat, seafood, and dairy. EXBERRY® colors are trusted by many of the world’s leading food and beverage manufacturers for their vibrancy, versatility, stability, ease of use, and strong sustainability credentials.

About GNT Group
Founded in 1978, GNT is a family-owned company pioneering in the creation of plant-based, sustainable ingredients. It is headquartered in Mierlo, The Netherlands, with additional offices in Europe, North America, Asia, and the Middle East. GNT’s family ownership provides stability and long-term commitment, enabling it to make strategic decisions to futureproof supplies. These include ambitious sustainability commitments and investments in long-term stockholding. The company supports its customers throughout every stage of the product development process, including concept innovation, color selection and matching, stability testing, upscaling, regulatory matters, and quality documentation.

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