8 Common Questions when Packaging Freeze-Dried Candy

[@dropfry]

People who share their trade secrets are national treasures.

[@GOV66]

Thank you for the FDA information about the ingredients labeling. That is a huge time and money saver.

[@freezedriedbusiness]

You are so welcome!

[@Bradywoman]

Do you wear gloves when you package for sale?

[@freezedriedbusiness]

@@Bradywoman yes

[@marystephens9150]

If you use a batch number how do you match a batch number to your packages you send out? Especially if you keep them in 5 gallon buckets?

[@jeffandtinagriswell2696]

Love your videos!! Where did you get your custom stamp from? Do you use a label for ingredients or a stamp?

[@dillonshaw]

This is a great video. I’m saving this for later!!

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Thanks Dillion! You rock! 🪨

[@touacheng9936]

Just wondering...do u give credits to the candt brand..such as skittles...jolly rancher etc...and how if u u do

[@Amsayy]

You don't have to because it's considered transformative afaik. As long as the ingredients are okay and you're not marketing jolly rancher you should be okay. That's why most people brand them as "jolly puffs" or something (mine are called happy ranchers lmao)

[@jacklegminercanada3866]

They sell smarties covered ice cream as well as candy in vending machines. Candies are made to be resold in many cases

[@MonicaHernandez-de2yh]

Exactly the video I was looking for, new follower here 😊 Thank you !

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@tomcollick8111]

We decided to sell using pre drying weight to bag the product and are selling 4oz, 8oz, 12oz, and 16oz packages or tubs. Our lowest cost is $15 and highest cost is 45 dollars and we offer free shipping. Your thoughts?

[@isaiahduncan661]

What Mylar bags do you use ? Do they have a wax coating? Was wondering how your ink stamps dry on them if they have a coating. Thank you Great videos!!

[@Quasmay]

After you open the gramma sealed bucket once can you close it again and count on the candy staying fresh? Or is it kinda one and done?

[@nirajkamat]

Can you share how much you spent to start? How many machine you need to begin based on volume? Anyway I can connect with you?

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Email me through my website in the channel links and we can chat!

[@vocanegra131]

Thanks so much for such a valuable information i started my bussines and this is reeeeaaally helpful

[@freezedriedbusiness]

You're so welcome!

[@jenniferfashian5260]

Also can you share where you purchase most of your candy in bulk?

[@debmill1367]

I just got my freeze dryer. And I am so lost. Some has worked out most of it, isn't. I haven't found any videos on hard candy. My fruit has worked out. Strawberries and bananas cause I've watched your videos. Thank you.

[@Darkwingdave5]

Great info as always, David. Thanks!

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MrKruger2]

How do I find out how many competitors there are in my area. I’m getting a stay fresh next month. Thanks for all your info

[@freezedriedbusiness]

I’d use some of the research methods I talk about in this video: Essential Steps to Making Your Freeze-Drying Business a Success kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXa2famkZ6ysf68 Use Google, look up local events and farmers markets from the past and see the previous years vendors and if there were any freeze dried companies

[@carlosreviewsgadgetsprismapixx]

Awesome info bro! Great presentation too.

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Appreciate it!

[@celesteelabiad5963]

Thank you for all your information!!

[@freezedriedbusiness]

You are so welcome!

[@JoanWakefield]

I just want to freeze dry snacks for personal use. I want them to be used up within a month. How can I package them for that? Also would the drained water be beneficial for plants.? House plants and garden plants?

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Package them in a zip lock, they stay dry for me for several weeks for my kids snacks. Drained water for plants is great, I do it all the time.

[@BucktownLady66]

@freezedriedbusiness you use packages for things like Nerd Clusters and Jolly Ranchers? Mine crush if I use bags 😞 so anything "Crushable" I have been using containers. I get stickers they are about .02 each.

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Yes I have found the Nerd Clusters give me the most trouble but Jolly Ranchers have't been crushed too much in the bags. I like the container idea, just haven't transitioned to them yet.

[@TamingTheWild12]

I use deli containers for milk duds, jolly ranchers, caramels, Nerd clusters, & peach rings. Otherwise they use become dust! Everything else goes in bags!

[@marystephens9150]

@@TamingTheWild12ohhh, freeze dried milk duds? This sounds yummy! I love milk duds! The deli container idea sounds great!!

[@jenniferfashian5260]

Where do you purchase the stamp for your label?

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Take a look at the video description for a few links to Zazzle.com. That's where I order the stamps, business cards etc.

[@fygmicrogreens]

I bought some 5.5 x 7.9 bags from your link and could barely fit 1 ounce of the same product into them, much less 2.5.

[@freezedriedbusiness]

What product?

[@fygmicrogreens]

@@freezedriedbusiness Both the starburst and the saltwater taffy I don't seem to be able to get the same amount you've mentioned in your videos into the bags. Starburst I did ok after I started cutting them into 1/4ths.

[@1234567JAS]

Im live in Nashville Tennessee and im thinking about starting a freeze dry business. Candy, fruit, and meals.. you have any tip n tricks for me?

[@1234567JAS]

Commercial

[@freezedriedbusiness]

I offer consulting sessions if you want to chat with me. I can do some preliminary research for you as well. Hit me up on my website in the channel bio

[@sharonjennings1282]

Your videos are always so helpful. Thanks again.

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Glad you like them! I love making the videos!

[@kellyleavitt1676]

Do u just zip up bag as is or do u seal it with a heat machine?

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Both

[@JenniferClements-vw6yf]

So the candy last a year in the buckets, but 3-6 months in the bags? Why?

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Yes

[@scarleenswalker7923]

Jury still out on my purchasing a freeze dryer. I’m not interested in a business, I’m 75 and live alone, and just haven’t been able to justify its purchase. I have two children with their own families who both live nearby. If they would “join in the fun” I could justify it. Space is really not a problem. Just confused. Wish you could help me decide.

[@kathySwan-c5q]

I get it as a person alone. Ask your children and show them some of these videos. My 11 year old granddaughter came to visit over Christmas. She had a blast helping me with freeze drying. There are so many things you can preserve long term.. I make a lot of soup, stew and chili for my husband to take to work for lunch or eat when I do not want to cook. Freeze drying is fun for all. You may also want to check out John in Bibs on youtube he has a great channel.

[@freezedriedbusiness]

It's an expensive machine compared to other preservation methods but if you use it for home use while also selling some products on the side, it helps make your money back and then you don't have the stress of the cost.

[@cabledog361]

It would be a great hobby, and the grand kids could start a little side hustle selling freeze dried candy at school.

[@Furandflav]

I’m going to be making freeze dry bulk raw food and storing them in the buckets. When I open the lids to add more product what do I need to do to keep the moisture out. Are you adding additional OA bags and will I see an issue every time I open the lid?

[@freezedriedbusiness]

You shouldn’t see issues with opening the lids of the buckets I use in this video. If you want to be more conservative then I would add a few desiccant packets.

[@davidhendricks1331]

Is there a market for freeze-dried foods ??

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Yes!

[@BoulderMercantile]

How do you pass it on tiktok to sell it?

[@leowilson8430]

I'm trying to find that 12 gallon bucket you showed. Your link pulls up a 5 gallon. Any help would be appreciated. I have an XL machine and the trays don't easily fit into a 5 gallon, even without a lid.

[@freezedriedbusiness]

I've updated the links to a 7 gallon bucket but you're right I they are no longer listed. Best option is to put an order in with ULine and make it large enough with other items to make the shipping cost worth your while.

[@tammywinn241]

I just made my first candy run today..most of it turned out great😁 but I did some sugar free carmels and fruit chews and they were a bust🫤 just wondering if you have done any sugar free candies Dave?

[@freezedriedbusiness]

I have not but I know there are some that work and others that don't

[@Sparkzplaysfn]

Where did you get your freeze drier

[@SunsetAcresFarm]

Solid info. Thanks!

[@debradoo4448]

Hey David! Is it necessary to put a silica gel packet in? Everything I put an exotic oxygen absorber in turned out gooey after a while I heard on a Facebook group that it generates so I know that’s bad. I just put the product and nothing else in?🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻

[@marystephens9150]

Was it food grade?

[@debradoo4448]

@ meant for food. Not sure if it is a legit difference. It just may be something that separates what they will put in. Let’s say a pair of sneakers versus what we put in with our free dried food.

[@laurakabacy1758]

I can’t find the links you speak of

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Video description should have all the links

[@Ennaylloh]

Please be aware the craft bags are not actually “Mylar” bags since they have a plastic window, they will still store but not very long.

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Correct they are not Mylar, if I said Mylar that’s my mistake.

[@connie2697]

​@@freezedriedbusinesshow can I order some and do y'all sell it

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Yes, go to the channel homepage for links to my business to purchase. Thanks!

[@brianschindler1511]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Thank you!

[@Furandflav]

Doesn’t the products last over 25 years with the oxygen absorbers? I plan on making several way ahead of time before selling.

[@freezedriedbusiness]

It all depends on how you package them and the packaging material that you use.

[@mudinareshmudi30]

Hii I am from India I want start this business ... ...it good business

[@cynicalcindy1434]

I understand monetizing your videos but I'm 8 mins in and there's already been 4-5 ads! 😢

[@SnoringVids]

I'm using KZbin premium and haven't seen an ad on his video. I don't think the creator gets to choose how many ads.

[@annemariereese3551]

If you have KZbin Premium there are no commercials.

[@SnoringVids]

@@annemariereese3551 I love it but Google's got to stop upping the prices they are driving viewers away

[@trinade3732]

I hope when you're doing this for sale you use a more sanitary room and mask, gloves and hair cover. This is a very good example why you do not buy from a small home business.

[@freezedriedbusiness]

I have a licensed commercial kitchen

[@trinade3732]

@freezedriedbusiness So does that mean you do use gloves masks hair cover? just not for the video.

[@freezedriedbusiness]

@@trinade3732 This is a KZbin channel for freeze-drying, not a food safety channel. If you are concerned about food safety from products you want to purchase from freeze-drying companies, I believe you could contact a local health authority for that business to better understand what food safety and handling standards they have for local jurisdiction based business including cottage food operators.

[@MostHighGuy]

FYI, those lids are $11, bucket is $5

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Yes, Lids are more expensive than the buckets

[@ollieandson]

A couple observations. Shouldn’t the scale be NTEP certified. In addition since you’re selling it online and shipping it cross state lines I thought USDA has authority and FDA applies Therefore you would need to have nutritional information.

[@freezedriedbusiness]

Like I said in the video, different states have different food laws so until they pass you off to the FDA to regulate your food business then you are going by the state or county laws. I’ve done the research. Your second question on nutrition is answered in the video, you’ll find all link to the FDA website in the video description.

[@ollieandson]

I have done the research and we are a licensed commercial plant facility. We don’t have some cottage food licensed that any Joe off the street can easily get. I don’t completely agree with the advice your giving and don’t agree that you should be selling online and across state lines with a commercial cottage license and using a scale from Walmart so maybe a call to the USDA is the best option.

[@philipbrown6838]

Hey there Ollie... I wonder if you were the kid in 3rd grade that had the lanyard on his mittens so they were clipped to the sleeve of the jacket. Are you actually worried about a gram of candy one way or the other? You have waaay too much time on your hands.

[@BoulderMercantile]

lol