Public Profile

Andes Candies

Andes Candies, a renowned brand under the Tootsie Roll Industries umbrella, is headquartered in the United States and has a significant presence across North America. Founded in the early 1950s, Andes has established itself in the confectionery industry, specialising in chocolate mints that are beloved for their rich flavour and smooth texture. The brand's signature product, the Andes Mint, is a unique combination of creamy chocolate and refreshing mint, setting it apart in a competitive market. Over the years, Andes Candies has achieved notable recognition, becoming a staple in both retail and foodservice sectors. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Andes continues to delight consumers, solidifying its position as a leader in the chocolate mint category.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Andes Candies's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

5

Industry Benchmark

Andes Candies's score of 13 is lower than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Andes Candies's reported carbon emissions

Andes Candies, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. Without concrete figures or commitments, it is challenging to assess their climate impact or initiatives. However, the company may still be engaged in sustainability practices typical of the confectionery industry, which often includes efforts to reduce energy consumption and improve supply chain efficiency. As the industry increasingly focuses on climate commitments, Andes Candies may consider establishing measurable targets in the future to align with global sustainability goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Andes Candies's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Andes Candies is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Andes Candies is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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