Frequently Asked Questions

How are Surf Sweets different from other gummy candies and jelly beans?

Surf Sweets products are made with natural colors and flavors, organic fruit juice and sweeteners, and provide you with your daily allowance of Vitamin C. We are also one of the only candies made without corn syrup.

Why should I be concerned about artificial colors?

A recent study completed by the British medical journal The Lancet, showed that artificial colors and preservatives increased hyperactivity and decreased attention span in a wide range of children with and without learning disabilities. A number of food and candy manufacturers in Europe are now removing artificial colors, flavors and preservatives from their products. In addition, the American Academy of Pediatrics recently issued a position paper which suggested removing artificial colors and preservatives from the diets of children experiencing ADHD behaviors (http://www.feingold.org/aap.html). Artificial colors are primarily coal-tar derivatives made from chemical compounds which are made when coal is distilled.

Are your products gluten-free and casein-free?

Yes, all of our products are both gluten-free and casein-free. Casein is the protein found in dairy.

Are your products peanut-free?

Yes, all of our products do not contain peanuts and are produced and packaged in a facility free of peanuts.

Are your products produced and/or packaged in a facility with other common allergens?

No, our products are produced in a facility free of: wheat, dairy, soy, eggs, tree nuts, nuts, fish, and shellfish.

Are your products produced in the United States?

Yes.

Are your products Feingold approved?

Yes, Surf Sweets are Stage 2 Feingold approved. You can learn more about the Feingold diet at http://www.feingold.org

Are your products Vegetarian?

Five of our products are Vegetarian (Fruity Bears, Gummy Swirls, Jelly Beans, Sour Berry Bears and Sour Worms). Our Gummy Bears and Gummy Worms contain gelatin so they are not vegetarian.

Are your products Vegan?

Four of our products are Vegan (Fruity Bears, Gummy Swirls, Sour Berry Bears and Sour Worms).