The chunks and caramels, swirls and pieces included in ice cream have moved on from mere chocolate chips in mint flavours. For example, Unilever s Magnum Double brand has introduced Starchaser ice creams on sticks - this includes chocolate and caramel dips, caramel swirls, along with popcorn flavoured crunchy bits. It is sophistication on a stick, and a trend that looks set to continue as consumers expect to have their ice cream occasions. So, it's a matter of supply for makers of the ingredients that go into ice cream. For Pecan Deluxe Candy Europe, it is about getting the ingredients to its customers in Europe. Like many other UK food businesses post Brexit, Pecan Deluxe was suddenly faced with numerous challenges exporting to its many European customers. This had the potential to damage previously good busi- ness relationships. Pecan Deluxe persisted in its efforts to make the buying process as smooth as possible for all involved, it says. The company worked to be able to offer DDP (Delivery Duty Paid) as a buying option because it's the easiest route for customers who just want to take delivery of products without any involvement with customs, duty/VAT etc. The ability to sell with DDP means: smoother logistics, customs clearance and inspections, and reduced supply chain costs, which all assist with keeping prices down, the firm says.
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