Office stock planners
You regularly buy snacks for yourself or your colleagues and want to match pack sizes to how much you use. Jumbo and PLUS list raisins in different pack sizes, making it easy to compare options within the same product range.
Who is this relevant to?
Mindful snack portioners
You want to take dried fruit with you and decide for yourself how much to eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that dried fruit still contains sugars even when no sugar has been added, so check both the ingredients and the nutritional information.
Ingredient-conscious sharers
You share snacks and want to be able to check the label, for example if someone has an allergy or intolerance. The NVWA explains how allergens are listed on labels; terms such as organic or unsulphured don’t replace this check.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide which type of fruit and ingredients suit you, then choose a pack size to match how you’ll use it, the portions you need and where you’ll store it.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important to? |
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| Pack size and how much you use | Compare the same type and variety of fruit by pack size, and choose an amount that matches what you realistically expect to use. | If I regularly take the same snack with me or share a supply, I want the bag to match how much we use. Around 36% of consumers prioritise a pack size that suits their needs. |
| Sugars and portioning | Check the ingredients and nutritional information for total sugars, and take into account how much you eat. | If I want to decide for myself how much dried fruit to have, I look beyond the claim about added sugar. Around 22% of consumers place the greatest importance on mindful portioning and ingredients. |
| Resealing and storage | Check whether the pack is resealable and follow the storage instructions on the label. | If an office bag will last a while, I want to be able to seal it properly after use and store it safely. Around 21% of consumers prioritise easy storage. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the ingredients list and any warnings on the exact pack, including products you plan to share. | If I’m sharing snacks with someone who has an allergy or intolerance, I want to check the ingredients and warnings in advance. Around 21% of consumers put specific ingredient requirements first. |
Common pitfalls
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Reading ‘no added sugar’ as ‘low in total sugars’
PLUS’s product page for Pagysa Sultana raisins lists 0 g of added sugars and 68.2 g of total sugars per 100 g. These figures describe different things.
Read the ingredients and nutrition table together, and work out your portion based on the amount you choose to eat.
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Treating a manufacturer’s portion as personal advice
Jumbo’s product information uses 15 g per portion, while AH lists 50 g as the portion size for the soaked apricots reviewed. This difference doesn’t automatically make either amount right for everyone.
Compare nutritional values on the same basis, such as per 100 g, then work out the figures for the amount you choose to eat.
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Confusing resealable with pre-portioned
ALDI describes a 200 g resealable pack for its cranberry varieties. That doesn’t mean the contents are divided into individual snack portions.
Check whether you’re mainly looking for a resealable pack or individual portions, and see what the specific pack actually offers.
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Assuming organic or unsulphured means allergen-free
The Smaakt Blue Thompson raisins reviewed at PLUS are described as organic and unsulphured, but the label also warns that they may contain traces of peanuts, nuts and sesame, among other things.
Check the exact pack for information relevant to the specific allergy, and keep the label available when sharing the contents.
Brands and ranges to compare
Albert Heijn
The range includes different types of dried fruit and pack sizes.
- The range page includes, among other products, 400 g of figs and 500 g of organic pitted dried dates.
- The 250 g soaked apricots reviewed contain water and preservatives, including sulphites; this doesn’t necessarily apply to other Albert Heijn products.
Jumbo
Sultana raisins are available in several bag sizes within the same product range.
- The product information for the 750 g bag includes ingredients, nutritional information and storage instructions.
- The stated portion for calculating nutritional values isn’t personal dietary advice and doesn’t, by itself, tell you how much is right for you.
Lidl
Lidl lists dried fruit at selected stores.
- The store listing may be useful if you shop locally.
- A listing for selected stores doesn’t guarantee regular availability or a specific pack size.
ALDI
The range includes Trader Joe’s raisins and cranberry varieties.
- The product information lists Trader Joe’s raisins in a 500 g bag and confirms that a 200 g cranberry pack is resealable.
- The resealable feature is confirmed for the cranberry pack described, but not necessarily for the bag of raisins.
PLUS
The product pages include Pagysa Sultana raisins and organic Smaakt Blue Thompson raisins.
- The Pagysa page lists ingredients, nutritional values and storage instructions; the Smaakt page describes the product as organic and unsulphured.
- The Smaakt pack warns of possible traces of allergens. Check the warnings on the pack you actually buy.
Dirk
Dirk lists raisins in a 750 g bag.
- The stated pack size may help when planning a larger supply.
- Dirk doesn’t list a delivery service, so consider whether it’s practical for you to shop in store.
Dried fruit at Joybuy
These products are mainly red dates and Medjool dates for anyone looking to mix things up with different types of dried fruit beyond raisins; one of the packs also contains nuts and other snacks.
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Haoxiangni Low GI Nine-steamed and Nine-dried Red Dates, 780 g
Could suit a shared supply if six separate bags match how much you use.
The pack contains 780 g, divided into 6 bags. The ingredients are listed as 100% red dates; the dates are peeled and pitted. The product description recommends consuming the contents as soon as possible after opening.
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Medjool Dates (M) Zohra, 908 g
An option if you’re looking for a larger pack of pitted Medjool dates.
The pack contains 908 g. The product description says the dates are pitted and that the pack can be resealed for storage after opening.
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Haoxiangni Pitted Jujubes, 500 g
Could suit a supply for regular snacking or sharing if red dates are a good fit for you.
The pack contains 500 g of pitted red dates. The ingredients list states 100% red dates; according to the product description, the pack can be resealed after opening.
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Haoxiangni Grade 2 Fresh-Locked Pitted Red Dates Original Flavour, 280 g
A smaller pack if you want to mix red dates with other types of dried fruit.
The pack contains 280 g of pitted red dates, and the ingredients are listed as 100% jujube. The product description recommends consuming the contents as soon as possible after opening.
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Dried fruit and nut mix, 5-pack, 1,073 kg
Could suit a shared supply if you want to offer nuts and other snacks alongside dried fruit.
The pack contains five different snacks and has a stated net weight of 1,073 kg; it isn’t a pack of dried fruit alone. The description lists nuts and added sugars in several items, and aspartame (E951) in the prunes. After opening, the description recommends refrigeration and consuming the contents within one day.
Frequently asked questions
How many office portions can you get from a 750 g bag of raisins?
Using Jumbo’s stated 15 g portion for calculating nutritional values, 750 g works out at around 50 portions. Use this to plan your supplies, then calculate again based on the amount you choose; the manufacturer’s portion isn’t personal dietary advice.
How long can you keep raisins once opened?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says opened raisins can be kept in a kitchen cupboard for 6–9 months. Also follow the storage instructions on your own pack; for the bags reviewed, Jumbo and Pagysa recommend storing them in a cool, dry, dark place.
What should you look for when it comes to allergens in dried fruit?
Check the ingredients list and any warnings on the exact pack, especially if you’re sharing the fruit with someone who has an allergy. The NVWA explains that the 14 allergens that must be declared need to appear in the ingredients list and be clearly distinguishable; this doesn’t automatically make a product suitable for everyone.
Does ‘no added sugar’ mean dried fruit is low in sugars?
No, that claim doesn’t tell you how much total sugar the product contains. For example, PLUS’s product page for Pagysa Sultana raisins lists 0 g of added sugars and 68.2 g of total sugars per 100 g; check both figures and choose an amount that suits you.
Can you always return a bag of supplies bought online?
According to the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets, distance purchases usually come with a 14-day cooling-off period, but there are legal exceptions, including for products that perish quickly. Don’t assume that all food is exempt or that every opened bag can be returned; check the terms and the relevant exception for your purchase.