German fine chocolate producer iChoc, has been awarded the “Sweetie 2016” award that recognises the best confectionery of 2016, by a leading German grocery magazine, Rundschau für den Lebensmittelhandel, for their latest range of Vegan Chocolate that is wrapped in Futamura’s NatureFlex™ films.

The iChoc bars are packaged in transparent NatureFlex NK film that is made from independently certified, renewable and compostable cellulose (wood pulp).  The film offers barrier protection against Mineral Oil (MOSH/MOAH), aroma and water vapour – ensuring the dairy free chocolate remains in premium condition.

iChoc Chief Director, Andreas Meyer, received the “Sweetie 2016” in Baden Baden and said; “I am delighted that iChoc, as a small vegan brand, has competed against the bigger German brands and won this award.” When asked about the importance of the packaging he added; “Packaging is a key component of our product as a whole; NatureFlex™ NK is the ideal choice for iChoc as it not only reflects our ethical values, but provides the necessary barrier required for chocolate and good machinability for packing.”

The iChoc range is available in six varieties: White Nougat Crisp, Choco Cookie, White Vanilla, Almond Orange, Super Nut and Milkless. The raw ingredients are certified 100% organic, produced using rice milk instead of cows’ milk, with no artificial colours or emulsifiers added.