TIC TAC STRAWBERRY

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Tic Tac Strawberry is a sugar-based mint in a portable, transparent box, offering a quick burst of refreshing strawberry flavour to freshen breath and promote social confidence. With less than 2 calories per mint, it is a discreet and convenient treat for everyday freshness. Available in Strawberry, Strawberry & Cream, and Strawberry Mix (sweet and sour) variants. Contains sugar and may contain colourants (Allura Red). Not suitable for patients with dysphagia. Excessive consumption may have a laxative effect due to sugar alcohols.
Description

TIC TAC STRAWBERRY

PRIMARY USES

1. Convenient, Sugar-Based Mint for Breath Freshening and Sensory Stimulation
Primary Use: A small, sugar-based mint with a strawberry flavour, designed to provide a quick, refreshing burst of fruity taste in a portable, iconic transparent box, helping to freshen breath and leave a pleasant sensation in the mouth. Its compact size and distinctive packaging make it easy to carry and discreet to use, promoting social confidence throughout the day.
2. Affordable, Palatable Sensory Stimulation for Patients with Appetite Loss
Primary Use: The sweet, fruity flavour can provide a simple sensory pleasure, helping to stimulate the palate and freshen the mouth, which may be particularly beneficial for patients who experience dry mouth or taste alterations. With less than 2 calories per mint, it offers a very low-calorie option to manage cravings or provide a small moment of pleasure between meals.

SECONDARY USES

1. Calorie-Controlled Treat: With approximately 1.9 kcal per mint, these sweets can serve as a very low-calorie option to manage cravings or provide a small moment of pleasure between meals.
2. Portable and Convenient On-the-Go Refreshment: The compact packaging makes it easy to carry in a pocket, handbag, or car for a quick burst of fruity freshness after meals or between appointments.
KEY PRODUCT FEATURES

1. BASIC IDENTIFICATION ATTRIBUTES

  • Device Type: Sugar-based mint; not a medical device
  • Brand: Tic Tac
  • Product Name: Tic Tac Strawberry
  • Available Variants: Strawberry (original) , Strawberry & Cream, Strawberry Mix (sweet and sour) , Strawberry-Mint 
  • Key Ingredients: Sugar, Maltodextrin, Rice Starch, Gum Arabic, Flavourings, Magnesium Stearate, Carnauba Wax, Strawberry Powder, Lemon Juice Powder, Colour (Allura Red / Betanin) 
  • Available Pack Sizes: 16g , 24g , various larger formats 
  • Unique Feature: Iconic transparent box packaging; dual fruit flavour profiles; sugar-free variants not available for this flavour 

2. TECHNICAL & PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES

  • Energy Density: 1674-1693 kJ / 394-397 kcal per 100g ; approx. 1.9-2 kcal per mint 
  • Fat Content: 0.4-0.7g per 100g 
  • Carbohydrate Content: 94.8-97g per 100g ; sugars 90.8-94.5g 
  • Protein Content: 0.1g per 100g 
  • Shelf Life: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity

3. PHYSICAL & OPERATIONAL PROPERTIES

  • Preparation: Ready to use. No preparation required.
  • Usage Instructions: Tilt the box to release one mint into the lid or directly into the mouth. Enjoy as needed.
  • Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity .
  • Portion Size: 1-2 mints per serving

4. SAFETY & COMPLIANCE ATTRIBUTES

  • Allergens: May contain colourants (Allura Red, Betanin). Always check product packaging for specific allergen information .
  • Nutritional Caution: Contains sugar (91g per 100g). Patients with diabetes, prediabetes, or insulin resistance should account for carbohydrates in their meal plan .
  • Choking Hazard: Small size poses a choking risk for patients with dysphagia, poor dentition, or cognitive impairment.
  • Dental Health: Sugar content makes this product cariogenic. Advise brushing or rinsing after consumption.
  • Quality Assurance: Manufactured by Ferrero .
SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

  • Choking hazard: The small size of the mints poses a choking risk for patients with dysphagia, poor dentition, or cognitive impairment. Not suitable for patients with oropharyngeal dysphagia, after stroke, with Parkinson's disease, or advanced dementia.
  • Caution in Diabetes and Hyperlipidaemia: Contains sugar (90.8g per 100g). Patients with diabetes, prediabetes, or insulin resistance should limit consumption and account for carbohydrates in their meal plan .
  • Allergen Alert: Contains colourants (Allura Red). Always check the product packaging for a full list of ingredients and potential allergens .
  • Keep out of reach of children: Store in a location where young children cannot access the product.

2. FIRST AID MEASURES

  • Choking: Follow standard choking protocols (back blows, abdominal thrusts). Call emergency services if obstruction persists.

3. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

  • Flammability: Sugar-based confectionery is combustible. Will melt and burn if exposed to open flame.
  • Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical powder, or carbon dioxide (CO₂).
  • Fire Response: For small fires, use an appropriate extinguisher. Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective gear for fires involving burning sugar.