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From tantalizing, Venture Two leading manufacturers in the sexual sweet tooth cravings. ergonomic shapes to pleasure products sector have inked a While details of the new vibrant, playful colors joint sales and marketing agreement collection are currently still and flirty, fun names like that will help propel both companies under wraps, distributor and Gummy Balls, Gummy far beyond what could have been retail buyers are advised to Vibes, Candy Bullets, achieved individually. “save room for candy!” in Swirls, Suga Sticks, Lala Luxury bondage manufacturer their January orders because something is coming Pops and more. The Rock Candy lineup of vibes Rouge Garments and toy that they will not want to miss. The Rock Candy invites consumers to “Treat Yourself” to sweet, manufacturer Synergy Erotic entered Toys collection is set to make its grand debut at the indulgent pleasure. into a multi-tiered agreement that AVN Novelty Expo. For retailers, Rock Candy Toys will offer in- will involve various initiatives, The brand was designed as a collaboration among store merchandising and marketing options unlike including shared business longtime industry vets with a keen eye for what anything that has been seen before. The company development personnel to represent consumers want. Established by a powerhouse has developed one-of-a-kind POP displays options both companies simultaneously, team with vast experience in both product design/ that will speak to everyone. combined sales and marketing manufacturing and marketing, Rock Candy Toys is Look for the candy shop-themed booth at ANE. strategies, the pursuit of untapped slated to draw mass appeal with never-before-seen Contact the team at [email protected] or markets, and doing joint trade-show delectable creations. follow the brand on Twitter: @RockCandyToys. participation. “I am unaware of any adult Impulse Novelties Delivers the Kate Duo G industry companies entering into Impulse Novelties is now selling its easy-to-use controls will become every an agreement quite like this; Rouge new Kate Rechargeable Duo G Vibe. woman’s favorite toy!” Garments brings an entirely different The stylish Kate features 10 speeds and The silicone, rechargeable Kate is sales and marketing perspective, functions, a handy finger loop in the base, available in two colors: Hot Pink with as well as customer base, to this and a soft and flexible silicone body. The Turquoise accents and Turquoise with partnership than does Synergy Erotic, external stimulator houses a separate Hot Pink accents. Touon added, “The giving both Rouge and Synergy motor for the right amount of vibration at toughest choice will be which color to Erotic wonderful opportunities to just the right spot. choose!” explore sales techniques, customer “We have been working on the design Since 2013, Impulse Novelties has bases, and marketing strategies of Kate for quite some time and I am been creating fashion-forward pleasure previously unknown to each happy to be releasing it to the public, products focusing on the female and company individually,” Synergy just in time for Valentine’s Day buying,” body-conscious male markets. For Erotic CEO Bob Wolf said. “It is shared Ernestine Touon, founder of Closet information about the line, email my belief our two very diverse Collection toys. “Her sexy shape and [email protected]. companies will complement one another in virtually every way.” Rouge Garments CEO Farah Shaikh echoed Wolf’s sentiment. FDA Clears Topco Sales’ Climax Lube as 510K Compliant “We entered the U.S. market only The FDA has issued 510K clearance it’s been a pleasure working with a short time ago and realized early to Topco Sales’ water-based our team to make it all happen!” on we could benefit from some type Climax-brand personal lubricant. Bottled under the monikers of partnership with a U.S.-based The classification authorizes the “Climax H2O” and “Climax company that had Rouge’s best formula for use as a medical Personal Lubricant,” this slick interest in mind, and in Synergy device. Made domestically in formula is intended to moisturize Erotic we have found just such a Topco Sales’ state-of-the-art lab, and lubricate, enhancing the ease partner,” Shaikh said. this water-based lube has been a and comfort of penetrative sex by Rouge Garments manufactures mainstay for the Climax brand and supplementing the body’s natural handmade (in the U.K.) fetish now offers customers a personal lubrication. Manufactured on- products in a variety of styles, lubricant they can trust. site, the water-based formula colors and materials. Synergy Erotic “When we broke ground on our is available to consumers manufactures adult toys of superior lab last year, our goal was to continue manufacturing nationwide and is included as part of Topco Sales’ quality at aggressive price points in safe and effective cosmetics that our customers growing Private Label program, making it easy for attractive packaging. could trust, and our signature water-based formula customers to expand their brands with a trusted For wholesale and product remains a top seller,” Topco Sales COO Autumn lubricant. information for Rouge, contact O’Bryan said. “Having this Climax formula verified Topco Sales’ signature water-based lubricant is Shaikh at +44 (0)1707 339232 or as 510K by the FDA proves our commitment and super-soft, water soluble, greaseless, colorless and [email protected]. For shows our customers how serious we take intimate odorless. It can be used with all sex toy materials and Synergy Erotic, contact Wolf at (800) cosmetics. This is just one of many achievements that is compatible with all forms of condoms. For more, 366-3283 or [email protected]. have helped put Topco Sales back on the map, and visit TopcoSales.com.