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Mentos Sugarfree Gum

ownerPerfetti Van Melle (Netherlands)
originNetherlands
manufacturedmultipleCountries

Mentos is a globally recognized confectionery brand, most famous for its chewy mints and sugar-free chewing gum. The brand’s journey began in the Netherlands during the early 20th century, specifically being developed by the van Melle brothers. Over the decades, Mentos expanded into high-growth markets like the United States and across Europe, eventually introducing its gum line which features a unique crunchy shell and liquid-filled center.

Today, Mentos is owned by its original creator's successor, Perfetti Van Melle, an Italian-Dutch multinational. The group was formed through the merger of the Italian company Perfetti and the Dutch company Van Melle in 2001. Manufacturing for Mentos gum occurs in various state-of-the-art facilities across the globe, including locations in Europe, Asia, and North America, ensuring the product reaches international markets with consistent quality and fresh flavor.

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