Choose cashew nuts based on the specific ingredient or allergen you need to avoid, rather than relying on a general term such as ‘free from’. Cashew nuts aren’t suitable if you have a cashew allergy. If you need to eat gluten-free, look for an explicit gluten-free claim and check for warnings about the possible presence of other allergens too. Then choose an amount that suits your trip and follow the storage advice on the packaging.
If you eat gluten-free and can eat cashew nuts, a specific gluten-free product claim is more relevant than words such as plain, unsalted or oven-roasted. The European Commission sets out the conditions for the ‘gluten-free’ claim.
If you’re looking for something that suits your milk or lactose restriction, distinguish between lactose intolerance and cow’s milk allergy. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, lactose intolerance relates to milk sugar; it isn’t the same as reacting to milk proteins.
A clear ingredients list, a suitable quantity and packaging that you can seal securely on the go may all help you decide. Do check that the allergens present, or that may be present, are compatible with your diet.
First, work out which ingredient or allergen you need to avoid. Then compare the exact product claim, ingredients and warnings, and choose an amount to suit your trip.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Suitability for a gluten-free diet | Check for an explicit gluten-free claim, the exact variety, ingredients and warnings about possible presence. | If I need to eat gluten-free, I look for a clear claim and check the warnings too. Around 36% of consumers prioritise gluten-free suitability. |
| Avoiding a specific allergen or lactose | First decide what you need to avoid, then read both the ingredients and warnings about possible presence. | When I’m avoiding a specific allergen or lactose, I want to know whether the information suits my dietary restriction. Around 29% of consumers make this their top priority. |
| Simple ingredients or unsalted | Compare the ingredients, preparation method and salt content per 100 g. | If I’m looking for a simple recipe or no added salt, I check these features separately; allergen information still matters. Around 21% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Quantity and storage on the go | Compare the pack size with how much you expect to use, and check the product-specific storage advice and whether the packaging can be sealed securely. | For my trip, I want an amount I can finish and store properly. Around 14% of consumers prioritise convenience while travelling and managing their supplies. |
A product may carry a gluten-free claim and still contain cashew, or warn that peanuts and other nuts may be present. Cashew itself is an allergen.
Decide which ingredient or allergen you need to avoid, then check the claim and warnings for the exact variety.
Unsalted varieties may contain oil, and an oven-roasted variety may carry a warning about wheat. The preparation method alone doesn’t tell you whether a product is suitable for your diet.
Assess the preparation method, ingredients and allergen information separately.
A pack is only practical if you can finish its contents and seal it securely after opening.
Choose an amount that suits your trip and follow the storage advice on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a cool, dark and dry place.
An NVWA warning may apply to one specific pack and best-before date; it doesn’t automatically mean that other varieties are also affected.
Check the exact variety, barcode and best-before date. Don’t eat stock that matches the warning exactly, and don’t assume the warning applies to other products without evidence.
The range includes savoury cashews, including Cashews Original and a salted variety.
AH Cashewnoten ongezouten 170 g has explicit dietary information on its product page.
The unsalted cashew nuts reviewed, in a 200 g pack, provide information about ingredients and possible allergens.
The Dutch range page distinguishes between unsalted and spicy roasted cashew nuts.
The Dutch product page reviewed lists TRADER JOE’S Cashewnoten geroosterd en ongezouten 250 g.
PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand 200 g is an option for anyone who wants to assess the preparation method and ingredients separately.
These Joybuy products are cashew nut varieties for people who can eat cashew nuts. Compare the ingredients, salt information and storage advice with your own diet and travel plans.
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A good fit if you can eat cashew nuts and are looking for a simple recipe.
The description lists 100% cashew kernels and 0.028 g of salt per 100 g. Store in a cool, dry place and seal the pack after opening. Contains cashew kernels and isn’t suitable if you have a cashew allergy.
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The title identifies this as a salted cashew nut variety; check whether that suits your preference.
The stated salt content is 0.067 g per 100 g. Store in a cool, dry place and seal the pack after opening. Contains cashew and tree nuts; not suitable if you have a cashew allergy.
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This variety is a good option if you’re looking for roasted, unsalted cashew nuts.
The product title says roasted and unsalted. The ingredients list names cashew nuts; the allergen information lists cashew and tree nuts. Store in a cool, dry place and seal the pack securely after opening.
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This variety is an option if you’re looking for cashew nuts with purple skin and can eat cashew nuts.
The product name states grade 180 and 500 g. The description lists cashew kernels and salt as ingredients. Store in a cool, dry place and protect from direct sunlight; the product contains cashew nuts.
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This variety is a good fit if you’re looking for salted cashew nuts with their skins on and can eat cashew nuts.
The description lists individually packed 120 g portions and 0.9 g of salt per 100 g. The product contains cashew nuts and salt; it isn’t suitable if you have a cashew allergy.
No, cashew nuts aren’t suitable. A gluten-free or lactose-free claim doesn’t change the fact that the product contains cashew. Don’t assume that an allergy to one other type of nut tells you which other nuts you can eat.
No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, lactose intolerance relates to milk sugar, while cow’s milk allergy relates to milk proteins. If you have a cow’s milk allergy, check the ingredients and allergen information rather than relying on a lactose-free claim alone.
A gluten-free claim and a certification logo aren’t the same thing. The European Commission sets out the conditions for the ‘gluten-free’ claim in Regulation (EU) 828/2014; AOECS also describes its separate certification programme.
Follow the label for the exact variety and seal the pack securely after use. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a cool, dark and dry place. Don’t automatically apply general storage times to an opened pack or a warm travel environment.
The NVWA warning of 20 May 2026 applies to TRADER JOE’S Cashewnoten ongezouten 170 g with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. Don’t eat a pack that matches this description exactly, and don’t apply the warning to other varieties without evidence.
