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Hi-Chew Sweet And Sour
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Hi-Chew Sweet And Sour

Hi-Chew
3.17 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
0g
Protein
19g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
40
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Hi-Chew Sweet And Sour arrives on shelves as a brightly packaged pouch of intensely chewy fruit candies, typically found in the candy aisle, checkout racks, or seasonal display bins near gum, mints and other impulse treats. Shoppers reach for it on quick snack runs, road trips, movie nights and after-school picks — anywhere a small, shareable sugar hit is wanted. The brand positions itself as a playful, flavor-forward confection with a strong nostalgia angle for teens and young adults who remember chewy fruit candies, while also aiming at parents buying treats for kids and fans of Japanese-style sweets. Marketing leans into “true-to-life” fruit flavor and long-lasting chew, with packaging that reads as fun and youth-oriented rather than health-focused. Label characteristics include a “No colors from synthetic sources” callout and prominent flavor descriptors, but there is no organic certification and the ingredient list includes both “natural and artificial flavors.” In plain language, this product is made through industrial processing: syrups, refined sugars, hydrogenated fats, emulsifiers and flavor concentrates are used to deliver consistent texture and intense taste. Sensory details are immediate — a soft but resilient chew that releases a bright, tangy layer followed by a sweeter core; the experience is ritualistic, piece-by-piece chewing that stretches flavor over minutes. The pouch (small, portable and often with individually wrapped pieces) invites casual sharing, pocket stashing for a quick sugar boost, or punctuating social occasions with a pop of concentrated fruitiness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 6
Servings per Container: 3
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3g4%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate25g9%
Total Sugars19g
Added Sugars19g38%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Glucose, Syrup,, Sugar,, Hydrogenated, Palm, Kernel, Oil,, Less, than, 2%, of, Gelatin,, Citric, Acid,, Malic, Acid,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Sucrose, Fatty, Acid, Esters,, Sorbitan, Tristearate,, Vegetable, Juice, (Color),, Lemon, Juice, Concentrate,, Grapefruit, Juice, Concentrate,, Watermelon, Juice, Concentrate,, Beta-Carotene, (Color)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sucrose Fatty Acid Esters - Processed emulsifier
  • Sorbitan Tristearate - Processed emulsifier
  • Vegetable Juice (Color) - Artificial coloring
  • Beta-Carotene (Color) - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The ingredient list is dominated by refined syrups, added sugars, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, emulsifiers and artificial flavoring agents, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods. The product is industrially formulated to deliver long shelf life, consistent texture and intense flavor rather than whole-food composition.

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Common Questions about Hi-Chew Sweet And Sour

Well, that depends on your definition of 'healthy'! If you're looking for a quick energy boost or a fun treat, these chewy delights can fit the bill. Just keep in mind they're high in sugar and not exactly a nutrient powerhouse, so moderation is key!

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
back-to-school
game-day-prep

Vibe:

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