Hershey’s Memphis Plant: A Key Global Hub for Ice Breakers and Candy Production
A Hershey plant on Kansas Street in Memphis is highlighted as the exclusive global producer of Ice Breaker gum and mints, and a significant manufacturer of other candies, producing millions of pounds annually.
Memphis, TN, October 11, 2026 — The Hershey Company operates a significant manufacturing facility on Kansas Street in Memphis, Tennessee, serving as a crucial hub for both specialized product lines and broader candy production. This plant holds the distinction of being the exclusive global producer for the Ice Breakers brand of gum and mints.
Beyond its role in producing Ice Breakers, the Memphis facility is a major manufacturer of a variety of other Hershey candies. The scale of operations is substantial, with the plant producing millions of pounds of confections annually to meet consumer demand worldwide. The specific types and quantities of other candies manufactured at the location were not detailed.
The facility’s operations contribute to Hershey’s extensive global supply chain. The consistent production of items like Ice Breakers gum and mints underscores the plant’s importance in maintaining product availability for these specific confectionery items. The overall output, measured in millions of pounds each year, reflects the plant’s capacity and its role in Hershey’s larger manufacturing network.
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