There has been a growing demand for transparency in the food industry, especially in sectors like snacking that have accumulated a bad reputation over the years. People want to know exactly what they’re putting into their bodies, where it comes from, and how it’s made, the social consensus is clear in putting the responsibility of clearly communicating these things on the companies. And if we were to look for good examples of this kind of transparency, it would be hard to find a better one than Cooper Street Snacks, a women-led, family-owned business, that is meeting this demand in as uncompromising and proactive way as possible. 

Why Transparency Matters

According to recent studies, more than 70% of consumers read food labels before making a purchase, and nearly half prioritize clean, simple ingredients over other factors like price or brand loyalty. This shift has many of the major food companies in the market scrambling to change their packaging in order to list their ingredients more accurately (even if the honesty of these efforts varies wildly).

The truth is that many products currently available on the market hide behind confusing labels, using vague terms like “natural” or “healthy” while including artificial additives, preservatives, and hidden sugars. Not only does this pressure consumers to be extra careful with what they buy, but it also makes the whole healthy foods market murkier and therefore less appealing, making it harder for people to adopt healthier diets.

Cooper Street’s Transparent Approach

What sets Cooper Street apart in the bleak scenario described above is not only that they list what products they are using with complete transparency, (transparency does little if your product still contains harmful substances). But rather than being familiar. Your average customer will have no idea what “tert-Butylhydroquinone” is, or that it is an incredibly harmful preservative, but they will certainly know oats, real Michigan fruits, or superfoods like chia and flax seeds.

So it’s not only that they are transparent about their ingredients, but that they’ve earned that by using only natural components that are locally and ethically sourced. They can boast about their ingredient list because it’s free from artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives, they are also allergen-friendly, catering to individuals with dietary restrictions. By removing common allergens such as gluten, nuts, and dairy, Cooper Street makes snacking safe and inclusive for a wide range of consumers, and they are glad to let everyone know.

Educating the Consumer

That said, using familiar ingredients in their products and clearly stating so in their packaging is not enough. After all, not everyone knows each ingredient’s nutritional makeup, which is why it’s important to have this information displayed on labels as well. Luckily, Cooper Street has this corner covered as well, thus allowing their customers to make an informed decision in every purchase. Additionally, the company’s website offers insights into its ingredient sourcing and manufacturing processes, which naturally increases customer trust.

The Impact of Clean Ingredients

By going to such great lengths to ensure transparency in their packaging, Cooper Street has not only set a new standard in the snacks market but also led hundreds of people to ask a very important question: “Why aren’t all companies doing the same thing?”

While we don’t have an answer to that, one thing remains clear, Cooper Street has more than earned the respect and trust of its customers, and by raising standards for transparency it is now leading the way for a cleaner and more ethical future in the food industry.

So if you want to get a taste of what that future looks like, visit their website and browse through their options. Not only can you check every bit of information about its conception in detail, but you’ll also find some delicious treats that we wholeheartedly recommend.