Snack shoppers who check for allergens
You want to know whether almonds are suitable for you and look out for warnings about peanuts and other nuts. Stichting Voedselallergie lists almonds among the nuts for which allergen information is relevant.
Who is this guide for?
Shoppers looking for gluten-free or lactose-free options
You can eat almonds but want to check for a specific dietary claim without confusing it with a general claim that a product is allergen-free.
Shoppers looking for a snack to take with them
You’re looking for almonds to eat while picking up chips, and want to check the packaging, how to reseal it after opening and the storage instructions.
What should you look for when choosing?
First check that you can eat almonds, then choose based on the specific dietary claim that matters to you. Packaging or a particular flavour doesn’t automatically make a snack suitable for a specific diet.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this relevant to? |
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| Avoiding allergens | Check both the ingredients and warnings about the possible presence of peanuts and other nuts. Stichting Voedselallergie lists almonds as an allergen. | If I need to avoid almonds or another nut, I check both statements before choosing; around 39% of consumers put avoiding allergens first. |
| A specific dietary claim | Look for the claim you need, such as gluten-free or lactose-free, and check the current packaging. AH Terra lists both claims for the 200 g version. | If I can eat almonds but need a specific gluten-free or lactose-free claim, I want to see it on the product itself; around 31% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Taking it with you and storing it | Check whether the packaging is resealable and follow the storage instructions after opening. ALDI lists resealable packaging for its 200 g roasted, unsalted version. | If I want to take the snack with me and not eat it all at once, I look for instructions on closing and storing it; around 15% of consumers prioritise this convenience. |
| Size and use | Compare the net weight and consider whether you can store and use the whole pack. The Jumbo and PLUS versions reviewed are 140 g and 200 g respectively. | When I choose a pack, I want to be able to use it up under the stated storage conditions; around 15% of consumers prioritise pack size and making full use of the product. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘free from’ means free from all allergens
An almond snack contains almonds, even if it carries a specific claim such as gluten-free. That claim doesn’t mean the product is free from other allergens.
Choose based on the allergen you need to avoid, and read both the ingredients and the warnings on the current packaging.
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Confusing unsalted with no added oil
The ingredients list for Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen 140 g includes sunflower oil.
Check the ingredients if you want to avoid added oil as well as salt.
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Assuming oven-roasted means guaranteed gluten-free
According to the Dutch product information, Duyvis Oven roasted amandelen 125 g carries a warning about the possible presence of wheat.
Choose based on the specific dietary claim and allergen information, not just the preparation method.
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Assuming your snack’s dietary suitability also applies to chips and sauce
The ingredients and preparation methods used for chips and sauces can vary. Cross-contact may also be an issue during preparation or serving.
Before ordering, ask the chip shop about the ingredients, any coating, sauces and measures to prevent cross-contact.
Brands and product ranges for reference
Duyvis
The Almonds Original range reviewed is a savoury, oven-roasted almond snack in a 125 g pack.
- Duyvis describes this version as roasted without added oil or fat.
- Albert Heijn says this version may contain wheat and peanuts. It isn’t a substantiated gluten-free choice.
Albert Heijn
AH Terra Ongebrande amandelen 200 g is a plain version with product-specific dietary claims.
- The Dutch product page lists gluten-free and lactose-free claims and names almonds as an ingredient.
- These claims don’t mean the product is free from peanuts or other nuts; check the current warnings separately.
Jumbo
Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen 140 g is an unsalted version made with almonds and sunflower oil.
- The product page states that it contains 99% almonds.
- For this version, unsalted doesn’t mean no added oil or peanut-free; the page mentions the possible presence of peanuts.
Lidl
The Dutch Lidl page lists a version labelled ‘Amandelen ongezouten’.
- ‘Unsalted’ is the product description given for this version.
- That description alone isn’t a gluten-free, lactose-free or allergen-free claim.
ALDI
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s Amandelen 200 g as roasted and unsalted; Trader Joe’s is the product brand name.
- The Dutch product page lists resealable packaging.
- The preparation method and packaging don’t establish whether the product is suitable for people with allergies or other dietary needs.
PLUS
PLUS Amandelen ongebrand en ongezouten 200 g is a plain own-brand version.
- The ingredients list contains only almonds.
- The product page warns that it may contain peanuts and several other nuts; a short ingredients list doesn’t guarantee there has been no cross-contact.
Almond snacks at Joybuy
These Joybuy products are almonds that, according to the product information, can be eaten as a snack. Check the current ingredients and allergen information for yourself.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
The product description says the almond kernels are suitable for eating straight from the pack.
The description states that the product contains 100% almond kernels. Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for anyone who needs to avoid them.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
The title describes raw, unsalted almonds; the product description mentions eating them as a snack.
The description recommends resealing the pack securely after opening. Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for anyone who needs to avoid them.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Amandel) 500 gr
The product description says these almonds are suitable for eating straight from the pack.
The description states that the product contains 100% almonds; the product name lists the size as 500 gr. Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for anyone who needs to avoid them.
Frequently asked questions
Are almonds an allergen-free snack?
No. Almonds are an allergen in their own right; a claim such as gluten-free doesn’t change that. Read the ingredients and warnings on the specific packaging.
Are chips automatically gluten-free if my almond snack is?
No, check the chips separately. The Dutch Coeliac Association points out that an extra-crispy coating may contain gluten. Also ask the chip shop about ingredients, sauces and measures to prevent cross-contact.
Does a Dutch chip shop have to provide allergen information?
For non-prepacked food, it must be clear where allergen information is available. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that information can be provided verbally under certain conditions. These include making the correct information available before purchase and ensuring staff and the NVWA can access written or electronic information. This doesn’t guarantee that cross-contact has been ruled out.
What does ‘may contain’ mean on packaging?
It warns that an allergen may be present unintentionally, for example because of cross-contamination; it doesn’t mean the allergen is definitely in every pack. The NVWA states that rules on substantiating and wording these precautionary warnings have applied since 1 January 2026.
How should you store an opened bag of almonds?
Follow the instructions on the packaging. The PLUS and Jumbo product pages reviewed recommend storing the almonds in a cool, dry, dark place; for the Duyvis version reviewed, Joybuy says to seal the pack securely after opening and protect it from heat and moisture.