Choose dried fruit based on the substance you actually need to avoid: check the ingredients, the specific dietary claim and any cross-contamination warning. According to their product pages, AH Biologisch Rozijnen and PLUS Sultana rozijnen are labelled gluten-free and lactose-free, but that does not automatically tell you anything about other allergens or sulphites. Then choose a portion and pack size that work for your study breaks.
If you have a diagnosed allergy, coeliac disease or lactose intolerance, check the ingredients and dietary claim against your specific needs. The NVWA explains how allergen information is provided on food products; also check for warnings about possible cross-contamination.
If you need to limit or avoid sulphites, look out for sulphites and preservatives such as E220–E228. Voedingscentrum and Stichting Voedselallergie explain why the absence of an explicit statement does not always mean that a product contains no sulphites.
If you want a snack that you can portion, take with you and store, check the ingredients and packaging. No added sugar does not mean a product contains no sugars at all; Albert Heijn lists both values separately for AH Biologisch Rozijnen.
Start with the dietary requirement that matters most to you. Then check whether the portion and packaging are practical for your study breaks.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who might this matter more to? |
|---|---|---|
| Specific exclusion diet | Read the ingredients, dietary claim and warning about possible cross-contamination. A claim such as gluten-free or lactose-free only answers that specific dietary question. | If I have a diagnosed allergy, coeliac disease or lactose intolerance, I want to know whether the information relates to the substance I need to avoid. Around 33% of consumers put suitability for a specific diet first. |
| Sulphites | Check for sulphites and preservatives E220–E228. Stichting Voedselallergie points out that at low concentrations, sulphites do not always have to be explicitly identified as such on the label. | If I need to avoid sulphites, I don’t want to rely on a short ingredients list alone. Around 27% of consumers give avoiding sulphites top priority. |
| Sugar and portion size | Compare added sugar with total sugars. Albert Heijn lists 0 g of added sugar and 59 g of total sugars per 100 g for AH Biologisch Rozijnen; Voedingscentrum gives around 20 g of dried fruit as an example of a handful. | If I want to have a small portion while studying, I check the total sugars and measure out what I eat. Around 20% of consumers prioritise portion size and sugar information. |
| Portioning and storage | Check the pack size, whether the pack can be resealed and the storage instructions. ALDI lists a resealable 200 g pack for its cranberry and raisin varieties; Jumbo lists Zongedroogde Sultana Rozijnen in a 500 g pack, with instructions to store in a cool, dry, dark place. | If I want to split my snack across several study breaks or take it with me, I check the quantity and whether I can reseal the pack. Around 20% of consumers prioritise convenient portioning and storage. |
Gluten-free, lactose-free and cross-contamination information answer different questions. Lactose-free, for example, does not automatically mean a product is suitable for someone with a cow’s milk protein allergy.
Start with the specific substance you need to avoid. Then check the ingredients, the relevant dietary claim and any warning about possible cross-contamination.
According to Stichting Voedselallergie, sulphites do not always have to be explicitly labelled as sulphites when present in low concentrations. So the absence of a statement is not proof that a product contains none.
Check the preservatives too. If you need to follow a sulphite-restricted diet, ask for information that will help you assess the variety.
AH Biologisch Rozijnen lists 0 g of added sugar, but also 59 g of total sugars per 100 g. The first statement does not mean that the product contains no sugars.
Check both values separately and consider the portion you actually eat.
The ALDI product page lists several options, including cranberries and a cranberry and raisin mix. The ingredients and dietary suitability of one variety do not automatically apply to another.
Check the exact variety and the label on the pack before choosing it.
AH Biologisch Rozijnen is a specific example you can use to compare ingredients and dietary claims.
Jumbo Zongedroogde Sultana Rozijnen comes in a larger pack that you can portion yourself.
Alesto includes several product types, including dried mango strips.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s Rozijnen, as well as separate cranberry and raisin varieties.
PLUS Sultana rozijnen is an own-brand variety with specific dietary claims on its product page.
1 de Beste Blanke rozijnen is a specific raisin variety from Dirk.
These Joybuy options include dried fruit and fruit or fruit-and-nut snacks for study breaks. Ingredients and dietary claims vary by product, so check each one against your specific needs.
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The individual packs are handy if you want to split snacks across several study breaks or take them with you.
The pack contains six 25 g sachets. According to the product information, jackfruit is the only ingredient and no sugar has been added.
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This small pack is an option if you want an individual portion of jackfruit for a study break.
The net weight is 25 g. According to the product information, jackfruit is the only ingredient and no sugar has been added.
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The product information describes these raisins as a snack; after opening, seal the pack securely in line with the storage advice.
The listed ingredients are 99.5% raisins and sunflower oil. The product information states that the product does not contain any of the 14 major EU allergens; for your situation, also check the current packaging and any cross-contamination warnings.
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Choose this combination only if walnuts fit your diet; the product information identifies walnuts as an allergen.
The pack contains 208 g. The listed ingredients are grey dates and walnut kernels.
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If you need to avoid sulphites, don’t choose this variety without checking further: the product information lists sulphites.
The pack contains 200 g. The ingredient information includes loquat, sugar, syrup, glucose powder and preservative E223.
No, you can’t tell that from the lactose-free claim alone. Lactose intolerance relates to milk sugar; with a cow’s milk allergy, the immune system reacts to milk proteins. If you have a milk allergy, also check the ingredients and the relevant warning about possible cross-contamination.
The NVWA describes these phrases as warnings about possible cross-contamination. Since 1 January 2026, the NVWA has overseen the application of the new policy. Check the warning for the allergy that is relevant to you.
Voedingscentrum gives around 20 g of dried fruit as an example of a handful. You can measure out this amount in advance; it is not a personal medical limit.
Don’t automatically rely on the earlier online information; check the packaging you received. Albert Heijn and PLUS advise customers to read the product information on the pack. If there is a discrepancy, contact the seller.
No. The requirements for gluten claims are set out in European Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 828/2014, which the European Commission says has applied since 20 July 2016. Regulation 41/2009 has been repealed and is no longer a current legal basis.
