Reynolds Kitchens® Parchment Cooking Bags Named 2026 Product of the Year in Kitchen Essentials

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Reynolds Consumer Products (NYSE:REYN) said Reynolds Kitchens® Parchment Cooking Bags were voted 2026 Product of the Year in the Kitchen Essentials category.

The award was decided by a national survey of 40,000 American shoppers; each package contains five family-sized bags, each making four servings, sold at Walmart.com and Amazon.com.

News Market Reaction – REYN

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+1.36% News Effect

On the day this news was published, REYN gained 1.36%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

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Key Figures

Consumer survey size: 40,000 American shoppers U.S. program duration: 18 years Global program duration: More than 30 years +2 more

5 metrics

Consumer survey size 40,000 American shoppers National survey determining 2026 Product of the Year awards

U.S. program duration 18 years Product of the Year operation in the United States

Global program duration More than 30 years Product of the Year operation globally

Bags per package 5 family-sized bags Contents of Reynolds Kitchens Parchment Cooking Bags package

Servings per bag 4 servings Each parchment cooking bag makes four servings

Market Reality Check

Price: $22.98 Vol: Volume 669,192 is about 0...

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$22.98 Last Close

Volume Volume 669,192 is about 0.5x the 20-day average of 1,340,442, indicating subdued trading interest pre-announcement. low

Technical Price at $24.34 is trading above the 200-day MA of $23.15 and 7.28% below the 52-week high of $26.25.

Peers on Argus

REYN is up 0.58% with mixed peer action: SLGN +0.87%, SON +0.93%, SEE +0.07%, GE...

REYN is up 0.58% with mixed peer action: SLGN +0.87%, SON +0.93%, SEE +0.07%, GEF +0.08%, while GPK is down 2.72%, suggesting this product-award news is more stock-specific than a broad sector move.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Feb 04 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Feb 04	Earnings and outlook	Positive	+9.6%	Reported Q4 and full-year 2025 results with 2026 EBITDA and EPS guidance.
Jan 29	Dividend declaration	Positive	+2.3%	Announced regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per common share.
Jan 21	Earnings date set	Positive	+0.6%	Scheduled Q4 and full-year 2025 earnings release and webcast details.
Nov 18	Index inclusion	Positive	-0.9%	S&P Dow Jones announced REYN to join the S&P SmallCap 600 index.
Oct 29	Earnings update	Positive	+5.3%	Reported Q3 2025 financials and updated 2025 guidance with dividend.

Pattern Detected

Across recent announcements, REYN generally saw positive price reactions to earnings, dividend, and index-related news, with only one divergence.

Recent Company History

Over the past several months, Reynolds Consumer Products reported solid financial progress and shareholder-friendly actions. Q3 2025 results showed net revenues of $931M with adjusted EBITDA of $168M, followed by Q4 2025 and full-year 2025 net revenues of $1,034M and $3,721M, respectively, and 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance of $660–675M. The company also maintained a regular quarterly dividend of $0.23 per share. Additionally, REYN was added to the S&P SmallCap 600. Against this backdrop, today’s product-award news complements a steady fundamental and index-inclusion story.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights third-party validation of Reynolds Kitchens Parchment Cooking Bags as 2...

Analysis

This announcement highlights third-party validation of Reynolds Kitchens Parchment Cooking Bags as 2026 Product of the Year in Kitchen Essentials, based on a survey of 40,000 shoppers. It reinforces the company’s positioning in cooking products, a segment that generated $1.259 billion of 2025 revenue. In context of recent earnings growth, dividend continuity, and index inclusion, investors may watch how sustained consumer adoption, input-cost volatility, and customer concentration risk shape the longer-term impact of this brand recognition.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

LAKE FOREST, Ill., Feb. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Reynolds Consumer Products today announced that Reynolds Kitchens® Parchment Cooking Bags have been voted the 2026 Product of the Year in the Kitchen Essentials category. Product of the Year is the largest consumer‑voted award for product innovation, determined through a national survey of 40,000 American shoppers.

"We're honored that Reynolds Kitchens® Parchment Cooking Bags have been named the 2026 Product of the Year in Kitchen Essentials," said Bryan Rakowski, Vice President of Marketing at Reynolds Consumer Products. "We created Parchment Cooking Bags to simplify mealtime for today's busy families—our brand is all about Easy Prep, Easy Cook, Easy Clean. These bags deliver on all three by helping families enjoy delicious dinners without the stress. This recognition shows that consumers truly value solutions that make home cooking easier and more convenient."

Recognized as a globally established seal of approval, the distinctive Product of the Year logo helps shoppers identify the best new products on the market, saving them valuable time and money during the shopping experience. Product of the Year has operated for 18 years in the United States and more than 30 years globally, supporting shoppers as a trusted guide to the best new products. Each year, entries span a wide range of product categories—including food, beverages, personal care, and more—with one product selected as the winner in its category through a nationally representative online study conducted by Kantar, a global leader in consumer research.

Reynolds Kitchens® Parchment Cooking Bags are available online at Walmart.com and Amazon.com. Each package contains five family‑sized bags, with each bag making four servings. For more information, including tips and recipes, visit ReynoldsBrands.com.

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About Reynolds Consumer Products

Reynolds Consumer Products is a leading provider of household essentials designed to make life easier. The company's trusted brands—including Reynolds Kitchens® and Hefty®—help consumers prepare, cook, serve, and store food with confidence.

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FAQ

What does Reynolds Kitchens Parchment Cooking Bags winning 2026 Product of the Year mean for REYN shareholders?

It signals stronger consumer acceptance and brand recognition, which may support sales momentum. According to Reynolds Consumer Products, the award reflects consumer preference from a national survey of 40,000 shoppers and can boost product visibility at major retailers like Walmart and Amazon.

How was the 2026 Product of the Year winner for Kitchen Essentials selected for REYN?

A national consumer vote determined the winner through a representative online study. According to Reynolds Consumer Products, Kantar surveyed 40,000 American shoppers to choose the Product of the Year across multiple categories, with one winner per category.

Where can consumers buy Reynolds Kitchens Parchment Cooking Bags (REYN) after the 2026 award?

The product is available online at major retailers and on the brand site. According to Reynolds Consumer Products, Reynolds Kitchens Parchment Cooking Bags can be purchased at Walmart.com, Amazon.com, and information is on ReynoldsBrands.com.

What are the packaging details for Reynolds Kitchens Parchment Cooking Bags (REYN)?

Each package contains five family-sized parchment cooking bags, with each bag making four servings. According to Reynolds Consumer Products, the packaging is designed for family meals to simplify prep, cooking and cleanup, consistent with the brand's Easy Prep messaging.

How credible is the Product of the Year award that Reynolds (REYN) received in 2026?

The award is consumer-voted and internationally established, lending credibility and shopper recognition. According to Reynolds Consumer Products, Product of the Year has run 18 years in the U.S. and uses Kantar's nationally representative consumer research to select winners.