Jica Foods Shark Tank Update

Fresh-cut jicama wraps, sticks, and snack products

Fell ThroughNow:Out of BusinessFood & BeverageSeason 14, Episode 10by Xin Wang, Melissa Colella-Wang

What Happened to Jica Foods After Shark Tank

Is Jica Foods still in business? No — the company has shut down.

Deal Fell Through

Deal with Barbara Corcoran never closed

  • Grew from $500K to $5M annual revenue by 2021 after pivoting to fresh-cut jicama wraps and sticks
  • Deal with Barbara Corcoran ($300K/6% + 3% advisory) did not close after due diligence
  • Expanded to 1,600 retail locations across western US including Whole Foods, Sprouts, Albertsons
  • Products removed from retailers; website went offline; company ceased operations by late 2025

Last verified Apr 3, 2026.

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The Jica Foods Shark Tank Pitch

Xin Wang and Melissa Colella-Wang pitched Jica Foods on Shark Tank Season 14, Episode 10, which aired Friday, January 6, 2023, asking for $300,000 for 3% of the company — a $10M valuation.

Barbara Corcoran agreed to invest $300,000 for 6% equity, valuing the company at $5M, plus a royalty per unit. The deal fell through after the show. Deal with Barbara Corcoran never closed.

Watch the Pitch

Pitch Details

Aired
S14E10Jan 6, 2023
Ask
$300,000for 3%
Ask Valuation
$10M

Deal Terms

Terms agreed on air. The deal did not close.

Amount
$300,000
Equity
6%
Valuation
$5M
Royalty
yes per_unit
Barbara CorcoranBarbara Corcoran