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Ice Breakers Sugar Free Arctic Grape Gum 40 ea
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Ice Breakers Sugar Free Arctic Grape Gum 40 ea

Ice Breakers
40 ct
Available at Foodtown
5
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
49
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Ice Breakers Sugar Free Arctic Grape Gum (40 ct) is the small, bright plastic bottle of cubed gum you spot in the checkout aisle or on the gum and mint gondola near breath fresheners, lozenges and other sugar-free confections. The product reads as a grab-and-go breath tool — pitched for commuters, office workers, students and anyone who wants a portable burst of flavor after lunch, before a date, or on long car trips. Brand positioning leans on convenience, youthfully bold flavor and oral-care cues (xylitol and “ADA accepted” references in some copy), targeting teens and adults who want a sugar-free, long-lasting chew with a fun aesthetic. The label leans on “sugar free” and bright, kid-friendly grape imagery; there are no organic or “natural” certifications and the ingredient list includes multiple artificial colors, flavors and high-intensity sweeteners, so any health halo is limited to low-sugar messaging. In plain terms, this is a highly processed packaged gum made from a gum base and many added sweeteners and stabilizers. Sensory notes: the pieces are small cubed pellets with a firm outer shell and a resilient, chewy center that releases a pronounced artificial grape flavor and a cool, slightly cooling sensation. Packaging is a compact plastic bottle with a flip-top for pocket or glovebox use; rituals include popping a piece before meetings, sharing from a candy dish at a desk, or stashing a bottle in a bag for freshness on the go. The product’s bright, candy-like styling makes it feel playful and convenient within everyday American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 40
Calories5
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
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

Xylitol,, Gum, Base,, Maltitol, Syrup,, Mannitol,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Maltodextrin,, Natural, &, Artificial, Flavor,, Malic, Acid,, Citric, Acid,, Lecithin, (Soy),, Artificial, Color, Including, Blue, 1, Lake,, Red, 40,, Blue, 1),, Aspartame*,, Gelatin,, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Gum, Acacia,, Modified, Cornstarch,, BHT, (to, Maintain, Freshness),, Neotame,, Sorbitol., *Phenylketonurics:, Contains, Phenylalanine..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Lecithin (Soy) - Processed emulsifier
  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
  • Blue 1 Lake - Artificial coloring
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
No EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo 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?

Contains a gum base and multiple industrially formulated additives (artificial flavors/colors, polyol sweeteners, intense sweeteners, preservatives) characteristic of ultra-processed products, so it fits NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Ice Breakers Sugar Free Arctic Grape Gum 40 ea

The term 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? With just 5 calories per piece and no added sugars, it can be a fun, low-calorie treat. However, it’s worth noting that it contains artificial sweeteners and preservatives, so if you're looking for something completely clean, you might want to look elsewhere.

Perfect For

road-trip
movie-night
back-to-school

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