Who is this choice relevant to?

Parents who want to verify Fairtrade status

You want to hand out chocolate sprinkles with a mark and claim you can check on the packaging you choose, rather than relying on the brand name or appearance.

Parents planning treats with allergens in mind

You’re handing treats out to several children and want to check the ingredients and allergens on the current label before buying.

Parents planning portions for a class

You want to work out in advance how much chocolate sprinkle you’ll need, and whether portioning it yourself or using individual portions is better for handing out.

What should you look for when choosing?

If Fairtrade is a requirement for the treat, start by checking the mark, then look at the label and how you’ll hand the treats out. Fairtrade International links use of the FAIRTRADE Mark to requirements for the ingredients in a product.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Fairtrade claim Check the FAIRTRADE Mark and accompanying claim on the packaging of the exact variant you’ve chosen. I only want to call my treat Fairtrade if I can verify that on the packet. For around 36% of consumers with this purchase requirement, being able to check the claim is the priority.
Allergens Read the current ingredients and allergen information. Fairtrade Original states that its Dark Chocolate Sprinkles may contain milk. When I’m handing treats out to a group of children, I want to check in advance whether the label is suitable for any reported allergies. Checking allergens is the main concern for around 29% of the consumers in question.
Portions and handing out Decide how much you need for each treat, then choose between portioning it yourself from a packet and using individual portions. I want to hand out the chocolate sprinkles to each child without much preparation. Around 21% of consumers give top priority to convenience and portion control.
Packet size Compare the packet size with the number of treats you need, and check whether the product is available from your chosen shop. For a whole class, I want to buy enough without having lots left over. The amount needed is the most important factor for around 14% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing Rainforest Alliance with Fairtrade

    Jumbo says that De Ruijter Dark Chocolate Sprinkles contain cocoa from Rainforest Alliance-certified farms; ALDI mentions Rainforest Alliance cocoa in Kiekeboe Dark Chocolate Sprinkles. These statements do not confirm that the chocolate sprinkles carry the FAIRTRADE Mark.

    If Fairtrade is a requirement, check the mark and claim on the packaging of the variant you’re actually handing out.

  • Assuming dark chocolate sprinkles are milk-free

    Fairtrade Original states that its Dark Chocolate Sprinkles may contain milk. So the word ‘dark’ does not mean they’re suitable for a child with a milk allergy.

    Ask about any relevant allergies in advance, and read the current label before choosing the treat.

  • Buying a large packet without a plan for handing it out

    A large packet isn’t necessarily convenient if each child is getting an individual portion. Van Oordt also lists Fairtrade Original boxes of 80 × 15 g for food service.

    Make one treat to work out how much you’ll need, then decide whether you’ll portion it yourself or look for individual portions.

    Portioning it yourself takes time and may require separate packaging; a packet that’s too large could leave you with chocolate sprinkles to spare.

  • Treating an online product page as the definitive label

    Albert Heijn points out that ingredients and allergy information can change. This is particularly important if you’re handing treats out to children with reported allergies.

    Check the physical packet again when you buy it, even if you’ve already chosen a variant online.

Brands and shops to consider

Fairtrade Original

The brand lists Dark Chocolate Sprinkles in a 380 g packet and says its range carries the Fairtrade mark.

  • Fairtrade Original’s product information says this dark variant contains at least 32% cocoa solids.
  • The same variant may contain milk, according to the product information; check the current packet.

De Ruijter

Jumbo lists De Ruijter Dark Chocolate Sprinkles in a 390 g packet, among other products.

  • Jumbo says this variant contains cocoa from Rainforest Alliance-certified farms.
  • That claim does not confirm Fairtrade certification; check the packaging if Fairtrade is a requirement.

Venz

Jumbo lists products including Venz Rimboe and milk and dark chocolate sprinkles.

  • The listed variants offer a choice of flavours and shapes for presenting a treat.
  • For a Fairtrade treat, don’t rely on the shape or brand name; check the claim on the packaging you choose.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn has a product page for Fairtrade Original Dark Chocolate Sprinkles.

  • The product page gives you a specific variant to look at in advance.
  • Albert Heijn advises checking the packaging because product information can change.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists chocolate sprinkle variants from brands including De Ruijter and Venz.

  • The listed variants and packet sizes can help you make an initial choice for your treat.
  • A wide range does not tell you whether an individual variant is Fairtrade.

ALDI

ALDI lists Kiekeboe Dark Chocolate Sprinkles in a 600 g packet, as well as milk and dark Sprinkles.

  • ALDI mentions Rainforest Alliance cocoa in these products.
  • This does not confirm Fairtrade certification; check the variant you choose if that’s your priority.

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Frequently asked questions

Are chocolate sprinkles made with Rainforest Alliance cocoa also Fairtrade?

Not automatically: they are different marks. Jumbo says that De Ruijter Dark Chocolate Sprinkles contain cocoa from Rainforest Alliance-certified farms, while ALDI mentions Rainforest Alliance cocoa in Kiekeboe Dark Chocolate Sprinkles. If Fairtrade is a requirement, check the FAIRTRADE Mark and claim on the packet separately.

How can I check the Fairtrade claim on the chocolate sprinkles I want to hand out?

Look at the actual packet of the variant you’ve chosen and check both the FAIRTRADE Mark and the accompanying claim. Fairtrade International links use of the mark to requirements for the ingredients in a product; a brand name or another cocoa claim is no substitute for checking.

Can I rely on online product information for allergen details?

Use it to choose a variant, but read the current label before handing the treats out. Albert Heijn warns that ingredients and allergy information can change; Fairtrade Original states that its Dark Chocolate Sprinkles may contain milk.

Are individual portions convenient for a children’s treat?

Individual portions can make handing treats out easier if each child gets their own packet. Van Oordt lists Fairtrade Original Dark Chocolate Sprinkles in food-service boxes of 80 × 15 g. With a standard packet, you can decide how much to use for each treat, but you’ll need to portion it yourself in advance.