Households looking to manage their stock
Choose between a single pack and a multipack based on what you can store and use. Check both the total amount and the number of individual packs, rather than relying on the pack description alone.
Which pack size is right for you?
Shoppers looking specifically for Kellogg's
You’re looking for Kellogg's Corn Flakes and have room to store several packs in a dry place. bol lists this product in packs of 2 x 375 g and 6 x 750 g, among other options.
Shoppers checking allergens or dietary requirements
You want to check in advance whether the ingredients and allergen information suit your diet. A portion pack described as gluten-free is a different choice from regular cornflakes; check the current label for the specific product.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, work out how much cornflakes you can store and use. Then compare like for like and check the nutritional information on the same basis.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size and storage | Compare the total amount, the number of individual packs and the space you have to store them in a dry place. | If I buy a multipack, I want to be able to store and use every pack. Around 31% of consumers make finding the right amount to stock a priority. |
| Product type and flavour | Read the product name and ingredients list; don’t assume cornflakes, chocolate flakes and granola are directly comparable. | For my sweet breakfast, I want to know what type of cereal I’m choosing and what I’m adding to it. Around 23% of consumers make this their priority. |
| Nutritional information | Check the sugar, fibre and salt per 100 g for similar products, not just the values per serving. | I want to be able to compare the information on the label, even when serving sizes differ. Around 31% of consumers make this their top priority. |
| Allergens and dietary requirements | Read the current label, including the ingredients and allergen information; don’t assume cornflakes are gluten-free based on their name. | If I need to avoid gluten or other allergens, the specific pack must suit my diet. Around 15% of consumers make these checks their top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Comparing different serving sizes and product types
Serving sizes vary between products. Granola, chocolate flakes and regular cornflakes are also different types of product.
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g for similar products, and check the product name and ingredients list.
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Assuming cornflakes are automatically gluten-free
According to Kellogg's Netherlands, Kellogg's Corn Flakes contain barley malt extract. Ingredients and allergen information can also vary between other cornflake products.
Before buying, check the allergen information on the current pack. If you need a gluten-free product, choose one that is specifically labelled as such for that particular pack.
Brands to consider
These brands illustrate different pack formats and product characteristics. The information applies to the products listed, not to a brand’s entire range.
Kellogg's
For anyone specifically looking for Kellogg's Corn Flakes in multipacks: bol lists packs of 2 x 375 g and 6 x 750 g.
- Kellogg's Netherlands lists 8,0 g of sugars, 3,0 g of fibre and 1,1 g of salt per 100 g.
- The ingredients include barley malt extract; check the label if you need to avoid cereals containing gluten.
AH
AH Cornflakes comes in a single 500 g pack, for anyone who doesn’t want to store a multipack.
- Albert Heijn’s product information lists 4,4 g of sugars, 2,6 g of fibre and 0,95 g of salt per 100 g.
- The ingredients include barley malt extract; if you have dietary requirements, also check the allergen information on the pack.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists Jumbo Cornflakes in a 500 g pack, alongside other types of cereal.
- A single pack is an option if you’re not looking for a multipack.
- Check the label on the specific Jumbo Cornflakes pack for ingredients, nutritional information and allergens.
Golden Bridge
ALDI lists Golden Bridge Cornflakes in a single 500 g pack.
- The listed pack size makes it an option if you’d rather keep less in stock.
- Before comparing this product with an alternative, check the nutritional information, ingredients and allergen details on the pack.
Schär
The Schär Cornflakes Portion Pack listed on bol contains 20 individual 25 g portions.
- The product description says the pack is gluten-free and lactose-free.
- Check these claims on the current label for the specific pack.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I compare sugar and fibre levels in cornflakes?
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g for similar cornflakes, rather than looking only at the values per serving. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing similar products on this basis; also check the salt content.
Are regular cornflakes gluten-free?
Not necessarily: Kellogg's Netherlands lists barley malt extract as an ingredient in its Corn Flakes, and AH Cornflakes also lists barley. A product description on bol says that the Schär Cornflakes Portion Pack is gluten-free; always check the current label on the specific pack before choosing.
Where can I find allergen information for packaged cornflakes?
Check the label on the specific pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products.
How should I store a multipack of cornflakes?
Store the packs in a dry place and check the storage instructions on the packaging. Before buying, make sure you have room for all the individual packs and will use their contents.