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Ferrero Launches Nutella Peanut in U.S. as Imported Jars Command Premiums in Germany

The peanut-infused spread targets North American tastes after a $75 million U.S. production push.

Overview

  • Nutella Peanut is now on sale across the United States, with Ferrero listing nationwide retail availability that includes Walmart.
  • Ferrero will showcase the new variant with a New York pop-up on May 16–17 to drive awareness and sampling.
  • Production runs at Ferrero’s Franklin Park, Illinois plant following an investment of about $75 million in a dedicated line.
  • The rollout is officially limited to the United States and Canada, and Ferrero has not announced plans to sell the product in Germany.
  • Despite no German launch, some Rewe and Edeka stores are offering imported jars for €7.99–€9.99, prompting curiosity and price complaints on social media.