A small carton for when you’re out and about
You want to take one set portion with you for your morning break without weighing it out first. Jumbo lists raisin cartons weighing 14 g each.
Who is this useful for?
Careful label readers
You choose based on the ingredients and portion size. If you have a food allergy or are sensitive to sulphites, check the information on the exact packaging; a fruit name or the word ‘unsweetened’ is no substitute for checking.
Snack planners
You regularly take snacks with you and don’t mind weighing them out yourself. PLUS and ALDI list larger packs of raisins; PLUS also provides storage instructions.
What should you look for when choosing?
Individually packed raisins
Choose this when: you want to take a small, set portion with you without weighing it out.
The trade-off: the portion size is fixed, and you’ll need to take individual packs with you. Jumbo lists cartons weighing 14 g and an allergen warning for the variety checked.
Weighing out portions from a larger bag
Choose this when: you want to decide the amount yourself and can prepare portions in advance.
The trade-off: you’ll need to weigh out the portions yourself and store the rest according to the pack instructions. PLUS advises storing the raisins checked in a cool, dry, dark place.
Resealable fruit mix
Choose this when: you want to switch between fruit or mixes and close the pack between uses.
The trade-off: resealable doesn’t mean individually portioned. Check the ingredients for the exact variety.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
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| A set portion to take with you | Check the weight of each individual pack, not just the total weight of a multipack. | If I don’t want to weigh anything while I’m out, having one set portion matters to me. Around 36% of consumers prioritise being able to take something with them straight away, without preparation. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list, nutritional information and allergen warning for the exact variety. | I check the label because the ingredients and any allergens need to suit my needs. Around 29% of consumers prioritise the ingredients. |
| Choosing your own portions | Check the net weight and follow the storage instructions for the opened pack. | If I’m planning for several mornings, I want to choose the amount myself and don’t mind weighing it out. Around 21% of consumers prioritise portioning snacks themselves. |
| Variety between different options | Check the fruit, any nuts and added ingredients in each variety; don’t assume they all have the same ingredients. | I want to switch between different fruits or mixes, so I check each variety separately. Around 14% of consumers prioritise variety. |
Common pitfalls
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Judging a recalled pack by its appearance alone
The Jumbo warning reported by NU.nl on 14 November 2025 applied to the specific combination of EAN 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. The product name alone isn’t enough to establish whether a pack is covered by that warning.
Compare the barcode and best-before date with the warning. Don’t eat the pack in question, and check for current safety alerts from the NVWA (Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority).
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Confusing ‘unsweetened’ with sugar-free or allergen-free
The word ‘unsweetened’ doesn’t mean that a product contains no natural sugars, and it doesn’t tell you whether it may contain allergens.
Check the ingredients list, nutritional information and allergen warning separately for the exact variety.
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Mistaking a resealable bag for a single snack portion
A resealable pack may contain several portions. The closure doesn’t tell you how much to take each time.
Decide on the portion yourself, and distinguish between the total contents and any individual packs inside.
Portioning it yourself takes preparation, and you’ll need suitable packaging to take the snack with you.
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Assuming the best-before date still applies after opening
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, the printed best-before date applies while the pack is unopened. For the PLUS Sultana raisins checked, the advice is to store them in a cool, dry, dark place.
Once opened, follow the storage instructions for the exact product and close the pack as directed.
If you don’t store the contents according to the product instructions, their quality may deteriorate and they could go to waste.
Brands and product ranges for reference
Albert Heijn
The Dutch category listing includes dried unsweetened pineapple and fruit and nut mixes.
- The product ranges listed offer different ingredient combinations.
- A fruit and nut mix isn’t the same as a product containing only dried fruit; the ‘unsweetened’ description applies to the pineapple variety listed.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists Snoep Rozijntjes (sweet raisins) in 14 individual cartons of 14 g each.
- The portion in each carton is set in advance.
- The product information states that it may contain almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, milk, soya and walnuts. If there’s a safety warning, also check the barcode and best-before date.
Lidl
Lidl Netherlands lists dried fruit in selected branches.
- The product listing offers an option in the dried fruit category.
- Availability is limited to selected branches, so check the information for the branch you’re visiting.
ALDI
ALDI Netherlands lists Trader Joe’s raisins in a 500 g pack and a resealable 200 g pack of the cranberry and raisin mix mentioned.
- The pack of raisins is suitable for portioning yourself; the mix pack mentioned is resealable.
- The ingredients of the mix vary by variety, so don’t treat the product listings as one identical product.
PLUS
PLUS lists Sultana raisins in a 375 g stand-up pouch.
- The ingredients list names raisins and sunflower oil; the storage advice is to keep them in a cool, dry, dark place.
- PLUS warns that, despite careful checks, small sticks and stones may still be present in the product.
Dirk
Dirk lists 1 de Beste Blanke raisins in a 375 g pack.
- The product listing confirms the product name and net weight.
- Statements about taste or quality don’t constitute an independent comparison.
Products at Joybuy
The products below are options for a morning break when you’re out and about, from larger packs you can portion yourself to smaller packs to take with you.
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Zohra Medjool dates (M), 908 g
The 908 g pack suits anyone who wants to choose their own amount for a morning break.
The product name specifies Medjool dates in size M.
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Haoxiangni pitted jujubes, 500 g
The 500 g pack suits anyone who wants to choose their own amount for a morning break.
The product name specifies pitted jujubes.
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Sundrop Mini Raisin Handouts, 252 g
The 252 g pack suits anyone who wants to put together their own portion of raisins for a morning break.
The product name specifies raisins and a net weight of 252 g.
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Be&Cheery dried plums, 90 g
The portable 90 g pack is an option for taking dried plums with you; decide for yourself how much to eat at a time.
The product information lists white sugar and 3,0 g of salt per 100 g.
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De Kleine Keuken organic raisins 12M+, 140 g
According to the product name, the pack contains raisin cartons with a total weight of 140 g.
The product description says they’re for children over 12 months, excludes children with swallowing difficulties and advises supervision while eating.
Frequently asked questions
Is one carton of raisins the same as the recommended amount of dried fruit?
Not necessarily. Jumbo lists the cartons checked as 14 g each. The World Cancer Research Fund advises eating no more than 20 g of dried fruit a day; that’s a daily total, not a recommended amount for every individual snack.
How should I store an opened bag of dried fruit?
Follow the instructions for the exact product. For the PLUS Sultana raisins checked, the advice is to store them in a cool, dry, dark place. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, the printed best-before date applies while the pack is unopened; once opened, follow the product-specific storage advice.
Is a 500 g bag one snack portion?
No, the net weight of a bag doesn’t automatically make it one portion. ALDI lists Trader Joe’s raisins in a 500 g pack; decide how much to take with you and follow the storage instructions for the rest.
When must sulphites be listed on the label?
According to the NVWA, sulphur dioxide and sulphites must be declared at concentrations above 10 mg/kg or 10 mg/l, expressed as the total sulphur dioxide content of the product as consumed. This is a labelling threshold, not a personal consumption limit; check the information on the exact pack.
What should I do with the recalled Jumbo sweet raisins?
Don’t eat the pack with EAN 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. NU.nl reported on 14 November 2025 that Jumbo recalled this specific pack; the fact that its best-before date has passed doesn’t make it safe to eat. Don’t automatically apply the warning to other packs.