Kellanova Launched Pringles Corn Chips Line
The company introduced nacho-style Pringles in three flavors produced at its Belgian manufacturing site.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Consumer Goods
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Kellanova debuted its new Pringles Nachos line in September 2026, offering original, cheese, and paprika varieties. The products, which are manufactured in Belgium, were first released in the travel retail channel and the Benelux domestic market.
Why it matters
The launch responds to a rising global consumer preference for corn-based snack products. This addition leverages Pringles as a key billion-dollar brand within the broader Kellanova portfolio.
Kellanova is now part of the Mars Snacking division following a $35.9 billion acquisition deal approved by shareholders in November 2024 and completed in December 2025. Pringles serves as one of three billion-dollar brands currently held in the company portfolio.
The players
Kellanova
This global snack company owns a portfolio of iconic food brands and was recently integrated into the Mars Snacking division.
Mars
This major global manufacturer of confectionery and food products completed a multi-billion dollar acquisition to expand its snacking portfolio.
The details
The product range includes original, cheese, and paprika flavors tailored to appeal to international snacking preferences. While production is currently concentrated in Belgium, the company has confirmed plans to expand distribution to the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East.
Timeline
November 2024: Shareholders approved the acquisition of Kellanova by Mars.
December 2025: Mars officially finalized its acquisition of Kellanova.
September 2026: Pringles Nachos launched in travel retail and the Benelux market.
Early 2027: The company expects to introduce the chips to Asian and Middle Eastern markets.
Market Landscape
The launch of this line represents a strategic effort to capitalize on the Mars Snacking division’s expanded resources following the 2025 Mars-Kellanova acquisition. This move intensifies competition in the global snack market by broadening the Pringles brand reach beyond traditional potato crisps.
Consumers in the Benelux region and those traveling through international retail hubs can now purchase the new corn-based Pringles in three distinct flavors. Shoppers in other global markets should anticipate the product hitting store shelves as distribution networks expand in the coming year.
The takeaway
The introduction of corn-based snacks reflects a broader industry shift toward flavor and texture diversification to meet shifting consumer demands. This expansion demonstrates how legacy brands are utilizing post-acquisition infrastructure to enter new market segments rapidly.
What happens next
Pringles Nachos are scheduled to launch in markets throughout Asia and the Middle East in early 2027.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by TRBusiness - Travel retail news, duty free news and business data.
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