New Products

PLANO, TX — Cheetos and Doritos, two brands from PepsiCo's Frito-Lay division, announced the introduction of Cheetos Flamin' Hot/Doritos Dinamita Chile Limon Mix, which will bring a spicy-crunchy combo to consumers in a single bag. The debut marks the first time the two snacks have been available in the same package.

WAUKEGAN, Ill. — Briggs Healthcare, a supplier to the hospital, pharmaceutical/DME and retail markets for 65 years, on Monday announced it is aligning its brands under the HealthSmart name as of summer 2014. The brand will be supported by a new website for wholesale and retail customers and, in collaboration with its retail partners, new packaging. Following the announcement, more than 1,000 products will be rebranded as HealthSmart. 

RIDGEFIELD, Conn. — Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals announced that the Food and Drug Administration has approved Pradaxa (dabigatran etexilate mesylate). The drug is indicated for the treatment of deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in patients who have received a parenteral anticoagulant for five to 10 days, and to reduce the risk of recurrent DVT and PE in patients who have been previously treated, the company said.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — CandyRific, a supplier of candy and novely products that utilize popular licensed brands, has expanded its license with Warner Bros. to create two novelty items — Marvel Avengers Shield Candy Fan and Marvel Avengers Light & Sound Hammer.

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Rockin' Green, a supplier of eco-friendly cleaning products, announced the introduction of a new non-toxic Auto Dish detergent, available in a 16-oz. package. The detergent will be available in more than 60 Buy Buy Baby locations.

The new addition to the Rockin' Green lineup to eliminate frustration in the dishwashing process, the company said, and can supply up to 30 loads per bag.

The detergent also is sold online for $12.95 at RockinGreenSoap.com

NEW YORK —The Miss Universe Organization and Farouk Systems have partnered to create the first hair care line together, named Miss Universe Style Illuminate by CHI. The line will hit shelves April 22 and be exclusively sold at Ulta Beauty. 

LITTLETON, N.H. — Through a social media campaign coined the "National Bug Report," After Bite tracked the path of the Mystery Bug, increasing curiosity around this potential new stinging threat. On April 1, the bug was revealed as the brand's new spokesbug, a character introduced to educate families on the good, bad and interesting world of insects, Tender announced. 

SEATTLE — First Aid Shot Therapy on Wednesday announced the launch of First Aid Shot Therapy Upset Stomach. Upset Stomach is the second variant to be launched in the F.A.S.T. range of products and it is formulated to relieve upset stomach symptoms.