Riceworks
Riceworks (stylized: riceworks) is a line of gluten-free whole grain brown rice crisps launched in 2005 by Snack Alliance. It is wheat and cholesterol free, contains no MSG, preservatives or trans fats, and it is vegan and celiac friendly. Riceworks is marketed in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom.
| Type | Private company |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food |
| Headquarters | , United States |
Key people | Robert J. Shearer CEO |
| Website | Riceworks Rice Crisps |
Riceworks was acquired by Shearer's Foods in 2010 from Snack Alliance and its Canadian affiliate (collectively, “Snack Alliance”).[1]
History
Riceworks was placed on store shelves in 2006. It contains 7 grams of whole grain per serving and is kosher certified.[2] The brand was acquired by Shearer's Foods, Inc. in March 2010.[3]
Riceworks was voted as the 2010 Product of the Year Canada in the snacks category.[4]
References
- Boyle, Matthew. "Shearer's Buys Wal-Mart Chip Supplier Snack Alliance". Bloomberg News. Retrieved 15 June 2011.
- Hochman, Karen. "Welcome The New Rice Chip In Town". The Nibble. Lifestyle Direct, Inc. Retrieved 15 June 2011.
- Boyle, Matthew. "Shearer's Buys Wal-Mart Chip Supplier Snack Alliance". Bloomberg News. Retrieved 15 June 2011.
- "Showcasing the Products of the Year". Product of the Year Canada.
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