Katjes Fred Ferkel gummies

Katjes Fred Ferkel is a popular vegetarian fruit gummy produced by the German confectionery manufacturer Katjes. Known for its foam sugar texture and fruity ears, the brand became a pioneer in the industry by removing animal gelatin from its production process.

The brand has a rich history dating back to 1950 when Xaver Fassin brought a recipe for liquorice 'Katjes' (Dutch for 'little cats') from the Netherlands to Germany. Today, the brand remains under the ownership of Katjes Fassin GmbH + Co. KG, a family-owned enterprise headquartered in Emmerich am Rhein, North Rhine-Westphalia. The company operates factories within Germany to maintain high quality standards and support its focus on sustainability and climate-neutral production.