<P> The traditional gummy bear is made from a mixture of sugar, glucose syrup, starch, flavoring, food coloring, citric acid, and gelatin . However, recipes vary, such as organic candy, those suitable for vegetarians, or those following religious dietary laws . </P> <P> Production uses a specialized machine called a starch mogul . The image of the gummy bear is stamped into a tray filled with powdered starch . The hot, liquid mixture is poured into the indentations in the starch and allowed to cool overnight . Once the mixture has set, the candies can be removed from the mold and packaged . The molds are open on top, so only the bear's front is formed while the back remains flat . The original design for each type of candy is carved into plaster by an artist, then duplicated by a machine and used to create the starch molds for the production line . </P> <P> Gummy bears made with bovine, porcine or piscine gelatin are not suitable for vegetarians and vegans . Those with porcine gelatin or from animals not slaughtered in either of the two contradictory ritualistic fashions do not conform to kashrut or halal dietary laws . In its factory in Turkey, Haribo produces halal bears and other sweets which are made with bovine gelatin . Also, some gummy bears are made with pectin or starch instead of gelatin, making them suitable for vegetarians . </P> <P> Large sour gummy bears are larger and flatter than regular ones, have a softer texture, and include fumaric acid or other acid ingredients to produce a sour flavor . Some manufacturers produce sour bears with a different texture, based on starch instead of gelatin . Typically, starch produces a shorter (cleaner bite, less chewy) texture than gelatin . </P>

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