As a food industry expert with a focus on product ingredients and their suitability for various dietary preferences, I can provide a detailed answer to your question about the vegan status of Jolly Rancher candies.

Jolly Rancher candies are produced by the Ferrara Company, which is known for a variety of candy brands. When it comes to veganism, the primary concern is the absence of animal-derived ingredients. This includes not only meat and dairy products but also gelatin, which is often used in gummy candies for its gelling properties.

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Since my days as a youngun', The Hershey Company (which now owns the brand) introduced Jolly Ranchers in sour, soft and gummy, sugar-free and bite size varieties. As is it stands, the original hard candies are totally vegan, using natural flavoring.read more >>