Coca-Cola said on Tuesday that it plans to launch a drink for the US market that uses sugarcane sugar instead of high-fructose corn syrup.
The announcement, which came as a company, reported the second quarter earnings, following a social media post by President Trump last week, it was claimed that he had persuaded Coca-Cola to use real cane sugar Its US Cola.
Mr. Trump, known as a fan of diet coke, wrote on 16 July Post On the truth social that he was “talking to Coca-Cola” about the suggestion “and” he has agreed to do so. ”
Coke said that the new product would use the cane sugar produced in the US and expand its product range. The company said, “This addition is designed to supplement the company’s strong core portfolio and provide more options in opportunities and preferences.” statement Tuesday
Coca-Cola already Sugarcane makes soda with sugar In Mexico, where it is sold in glass bottles. Coke’s US Cola Formula uses high-fructose corn syrup, According On the website of Coca-Cola. Mexican version usually occurs when imports and sold into the US.
Sugarcane is About 100% SukroseWhich contains about 50% glucose and 50% fructose. In contrast, the most common form of high-fructose corn syrup contains 55% fructose and 45% glucose. Fructose is handled differently in the body than other sugars, and some experts have warned that it contributes to a series of health issues.
Coca-Cola said on Tuesday that in the period of April to July, net revenue of $ 12.5 billion, 1% from year-old period and line Wall Street’s forecasts, according to analysts, was voted by FactSet. The net income for the quarter rose 58% to $ 3.8 billion.
The company attributed its strong performance to its marketing part, its efforts, including the “share a coke” campaign, include individual bottles and compartments.
