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Snax-Sational Brands has partnered with Chiquita, the world’s most recognisable banana brand, to debut Chiquita Plantain Chips, a new five-flavour lineup crafted to tap into the fast-growing demand for globally inspired, better-for-you snacks.

Made in Ecuador and packed just 24 hours after harvesting, the new range promises exceptional freshness and crunch. Each batch begins with hand-selected plantains and is made with only three to four simple, recognisable ingredients.

The chips will initially launch in five flavours designed to appeal to a broad range of snacking occasions:

• Chile Limón

• Garlic

• Scoops with Sea Salt

• Original

• Sweet

Naturally gluten-free and vegan-friendly, each 8oz bag (recommended price, $4.99) offers a clean-label snacking option that delivers both taste and simplicity.

Maria Janis, licensing manager at Chiquita Brands, said: “Chiquita has always stood for quality and a premium food experience. This collaboration allows Snax-Sational Brands to present the Chiquita brand in a way that is fresh, fun, and true to our commitment to quality.”

Mike Hagan, CEO of Snax-Sational Brands, added, “We’re thrilled to collaborate with an iconic brand like Chiquita to bring something truly fresh to snack lovers. Chiquita Plantain Chips perfectly capture our mission, bold flavour, simple ingredients and incredible freshness.”

Plantain chips continue to be one of the most dynamic segments in snacking, offering global flavour appeal, better-for-you credentials, and versatile formats suited for sharing and dipping.

James Slifer, managing director of the Joester Loria Group, Chiquita’s licensing agency, said the launch comes at a pivotal time: “As consumer interest rises in better-for-you snacks with global flavour appeal, Chiquita Plantain Chips arrive at a perfect moment. This launch speaks to the strength of the Chiquita brand and the opportunity to extend its trusted quality into new snacking occasions.”

Chiquita Plantain Chips will begin rolling out nationwide in January 2026 across leading national and regional supermarket chains, as well as online.