Haribo

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Haribo


Haribo is a German confectionery company, founded in 1920 by Johannes "Hans" Riegel, Sr. It is known for producing gummy and jelly sweets such as Gold Bears, Tangfastics, and Starmix. Haribo is headquartered in Bonn and the name is an acronym for Hans Riegel, Bonn.

History[edit | edit source]

Johannes "Hans" Riegel, Sr., a confectioner from Bonn, started the Haribo company in 1920. From the beginning, it was a small-scale confectionery business that grew over time. The company's breakthrough came in 1922 with the creation of the Gummy bear, a product that would become synonymous with the Haribo brand.

Products[edit | edit source]

Haribo's product line is extensive and includes popular sweets such as Gold Bears, Tangfastics, Starmix, and Happy Cola. The company prides itself on using quality ingredients and maintaining a consistent taste across its product range.

Global Presence[edit | edit source]

Haribo has established a significant global presence, with operations in several countries. It has production facilities in Europe, America, and Asia, and its products are sold in more than 100 countries.

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