Who is this choice relevant to?

First-time Fairtrade shopper

You want to choose chocolate sprinkles with an explicit Fairtrade claim on your first grocery shop, without mistaking another sustainability label for it.

Label-conscious household shopper

You’re shopping for several people or need to consider a food allergy. In that case, the ingredients and allergen warnings for the exact variant matter more than simply the word ‘dark’.

Nutrition information comparer

You want to compare pack sizes and nutritional information, and check whether a variant with a different composition still fits your preference for Fairtrade.

What should you look for when choosing?

If Fairtrade is a must-have, start by checking the certification. Then compare the exact variants by their label information and composition.

What to consider What to check when buying Who should pay particular attention?
Fairtrade claim Check that Fairtrade is explicitly stated for the exact chocolate sprinkles variant, and look at the packaging too. A Rainforest Alliance claim is not the same as a Fairtrade claim. I don’t want to accidentally choose chocolate sprinkles with a different certification on my first grocery shop. Around 45% of consumers prioritise an explicit Fairtrade choice.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients list and warnings such as ‘may contain’ on the pack you receive. Fairtrade Original says its dark chocolate sprinkles may contain milk. If I’m buying for someone with a food allergy, I need to know what’s stated on this variant. Ingredients and allergens matter most to around 33% of consumers.
Pack size and nutritional information Compare the pack size and nutritional information per 100 g. If a product claims to contain less sugar, check which variant it is being compared with. I want to be able to judge how the composition differs between packs. This comparison is the top priority for around 22% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Treating Rainforest Alliance and Fairtrade as the same

    Rainforest Alliance and Fairtrade International have some goals in common, but Rainforest Alliance says their programmes differ in focus and approach. So a Rainforest Alliance claim does not confirm that chocolate sprinkles are Fairtrade-certified.

    If Fairtrade is a condition of your purchase, look for an explicit Fairtrade claim on the variant you choose.

  • Assuming dark chocolate sprinkles are milk-free

    Allergen information varies from product to product. Fairtrade Original says its dark chocolate sprinkles may contain milk; Albert Heijn lists milk and soya for De Ruijter Chocoladehagel puur.

    If you’re buying for someone with a food allergy, read the ingredients and warnings on the pack you receive. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre highlights the importance of checking label information for allergens.

Brands to consider

Fairtrade Original

If you’re specifically looking for Fairtrade chocolate sprinkles, Chocoladehagelslag Puur 380 g is a specific variant to consider. Jumbo lists it under Fairtrade sweet sandwich toppings, and Albert Heijn also has a product listing for it.

  • Fairtrade Original says this variant contains at least 32% cocoa solids; the product page also lists the ingredients.
  • Fairtrade Original says the product may contain milk. Check the warning on the pack you buy.

De Ruijter

Chocoladehagel puur is an alternative if Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa is also acceptable to you. It isn’t the same as an explicit Fairtrade choice.

  • Albert Heijn states that this variant is made with Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa.
  • Albert Heijn’s ingredients information lists milk and soya. Check the current label if allergens are important to your choice.

Jumbo

Jumbo Chocolade Hagelslag Puur 200 g is a supermarket own-brand option to compare by composition if Fairtrade isn’t a firm requirement.

  • Jumbo says this variant contains at least 50% cocoa solids and claims it has at least 30% less sugar than its regular dark chocolate sprinkles.
  • Jumbo lists milk as an allergen and says the product may contain gluten and wheat. Don’t assume it is Fairtrade-certified based on the sugar claim.

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Frequently asked questions

Are chocolate sprinkles made with Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa also Fairtrade chocolate sprinkles?

No. A Rainforest Alliance claim does not confirm Fairtrade certification. Rainforest Alliance says the programmes have some goals in common, but differ in focus and approach. So if Fairtrade is a requirement for you, check for a Fairtrade claim on the exact pack.

Which Fairtrade chocolate sprinkles can I consider for my first grocery shop?

Fairtrade Original Chocoladehagelslag Puur 380 g is one specific option. Jumbo lists it under Fairtrade sweet sandwich toppings, and Albert Heijn also has a product listing for it. Check the current product information and packaging before buying.

Should I still read the label after ordering online?

Yes. Check the ingredients, allergen warnings, best-before date and storage instructions on the pack you receive. That way, you can base your choice and how you use the product on the information for the variant you actually have at home.

Can I assume Fairtrade Original Hagelslag Puur is milk-free?

No. Fairtrade Original says this variant may contain milk. If you have a milk allergy, take this warning into account and check the current label. The word ‘dark’ on its own does not mean that a product is free from milk.