If you want a lower-fat product, compare the nutritional values per 100 g for the exact variants, and check the energy content too. If your main aim is to serve less, decide on the portion size in advance. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 133 kcal and 8.2 g of fat as general reference values for a 25 g handful of coated peanuts. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for the claim ‘low fat’; don’t treat this as synonymous with a comparative claim such as ‘reduced fat’.
You want to know how much fat is in the exact variant and compare any nutrition claim with the nutrition table. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a limit per 100 g for ‘low fat’; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) explains that nutrition claims must comply with European rules.
You want to keep eating regular coated peanuts, but decide in advance how much to serve during a break. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives nutritional values for a 25 g handful as a general reference, not as a measurement for every variant.
You’re buying for everyone to share and want to keep the label with the contents, and store the opened pack according to the instructions. The NVWA also explains what allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products.
Compare the nutritional content on a like-for-like basis, and treat portion size as a separate choice. This helps you work out whether you’re looking for a different product or simply want to serve less.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should pay particular attention |
|---|---|---|
| Fat content | Compare the fat and energy per 100 g for the exact variant. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for the claim ‘low fat’. | If I want less fat in the product itself, I compare labels per 100 g and check the energy content too. Around 36% of consumers make fat reduction their top purchasing priority. |
| Portion per break | Check the amount in grams you actually serve, and consider this separately from the fat content per 100 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 25 g as a general reference for a handful. | If my main aim is to decide in advance how much to put out during a break, I measure the portion separately from choosing the product. This is the top priority for around 29% of consumers. |
| Allergens when sharing | Keep the information for the exact variant available and check the label for allergens and warnings. | If I share the tin with colleagues, I want to be able to check exactly what’s in it. Around 21% of consumers put allergen information first when sharing food. |
| Packaging and storage | Compare the pack size in grams and follow the storage advice for your chosen variant; also check that the tin closes properly. | When I’m buying for a shared tin, I look for an amount that suits how quickly it will be eaten, and check how to store it after opening. This is the top priority for around 14% of consumers. |
A smaller portion doesn’t change the fat content per 100 g. The ‘low fat’ claim has its own limit for solid foods.
Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and decide separately how much to serve each time.
If the contents are loose in a shared tin, the product information and allergen warnings may no longer be linked to the right variant.
Keep the label with the tin and make sure you can tell the different variants apart.
HANOS’s storage instructions for Duyvis Cocktail recommend a tin that is both light-proof and airtight.
Check that the tin closes properly and follow the storage advice on the packaging of your chosen variant.
If your existing tin isn’t light-proof and airtight, you may need a different storage container.
The brand lists varieties including Cocktail, Provencale, Poesta and Oriental.
The retailer sells own-brand coated peanuts and Duyvis, including several flavours.
Jumbo lists its own coated peanuts, including Cocktail, and also sells Duyvis.
Lidl has a product page for coated peanuts in its Dutch range.
ALDI lists TRADER JOE'S coated peanuts, including Bacon Cheese, Poesta and Paprika varieties.
PLUS lists its own-brand coated peanuts and Duyvis, including Oriental-style varieties.
This Joybuy selection includes Duyvis variants, so you can compare the nutritional information for the exact products. The 125 g pack may also be useful if you want to decide in advance how much to serve each time.
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Compare the nutrition table for this variant per 100 g with those for other coated peanuts.
Contains peanuts, milk, gluten (wheat) and celery; may contain traces of soya, mustard and other nuts. After opening, keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
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Check the nutritional values per 100 g for this flavour if you want to compare its ingredients and nutritional content.
Contains peanuts, gluten (wheat and barley) and soya; may contain traces of milk, nuts and mustard. After opening, keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
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The product information lists 30 g portions, which may help you set a portion size for each snack break. Also compare the nutritional values per 100 g.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard. After opening, keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
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Joybuy lists 35 g of fat per 100 g for this variant. Compare this with the nutritional information for the exact variant you’re considering.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard. After opening, keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
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Check the nutrition table per 100 g for this flavour if you’re comparing its ingredients and nutritional content with other coated peanuts.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard. After opening, keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
No, don’t treat the terms as synonyms. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for ‘low fat’. For a comparative claim such as ‘reduced fat’, check the exact wording and the nutrition table for the variant.
It depends on the storage instructions for your chosen variant and how well the tin seals. For Duyvis Cocktail, HANOS recommends a tin that is both light-proof and airtight; for other variants, follow the instructions on the packaging.
Keep the label for the exact contents available and check the allergens and warnings on it. According to the NVWA, allergen information for pre-packed products must appear on the label. For unpackaged food sold commercially, the NVWA explains that information should be provided where the product is offered; this is not automatically the same situation as informally sharing food with colleagues.
First compare the exact variant, then check the pack size in grams and the storage advice. Jumbo lists Cocktail packs of 300 g and 500 g; a larger pack is not, in itself, a nutritional benefit.
Before eating the product, check the packaging of the one you actually have. Albert Heijn recommends checking the label because product information can change; contact the retailer if you have any questions.
