People who take nuts in their lunchbox
If you want to take nuts with you without weighing them first, check the weight of each individual pack. Duyvis lists Unsalted Nutmix Walnut as a multipack of 4 × 30 g.
Who are these pack sizes for?
People looking for unsalted nuts
Check the ingredients for the exact variant, rather than relying on the word ‘nuts’ or the pack size alone. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a handful of unsalted nuts each day and varying the types you eat.
People buying snacks for colleagues
A pack you can portion yourself can be handy for sharing at snack time. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information for non-prepacked products must be provided to consumers in a different way.
What should you consider when choosing?
First decide whether you want individual bags or would rather portion the nuts yourself. Then check the ingredients, quantity and allergen information.
Individual portion bags
Choose this if: you want pre-portioned amounts for a lunchbox or for several colleagues.
Bear in mind: the amount in each bag is fixed. Duyvis lists Unsalted Nutmix Walnut as 4 × 30 g; Jumbo has a product listing for this variant.
Multipack with smaller packs
Choose this if: you want snacks for sharing and don’t need an individual snack bag for everyone. Albert Heijn lists Duyvis Borrelnootjes provencale as a 2-pack.
Bear in mind: a 2-pack doesn’t tell you how many portions it contains. Duyvis describes Borrelnootjes as peanuts with a crunchy coating; this is a different product type from a plain unsalted nut mix.
Larger bag to portion yourself
Choose this if: you want to decide the amounts yourself for different occasions at the office. PLUS lists a 200 g bag, while ALDI Netherlands lists a 500 g bag of TRADER JOE’S unsalted nut mix.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to portion the nuts yourself and store the opened pack. These examples are single packs, not multipacks.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Portion sizes | Check the number of individual packs and the weight of each bag. Duyvis lists Unsalted Nutmix Walnut as 4 × 30 g. | If I want to put nuts straight into a lunchbox or share them, I want to know how much is in each bag. For around 25% of consumers, pre-portioned servings are the top priority. |
| Ingredients | Read the ingredients for the exact variant. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends unsalted nuts; Borrelnootjes are a different product type. | If I’m looking for unsalted nuts, I don’t want to rely on the product name alone. Around 25% of consumers prioritise unsalted ingredients. |
| Sharing and storage | Choose a total weight that suits how you plan to use the nuts, and follow the storage instructions on the pack once opened. | If I’m buying nuts for sharing at snack time, I want to decide how much to portion out and how to store the rest. This is the main consideration for around 19% of consumers. |
| Total quantity | Compare the total weight and the number of individual packs, and consider whether you want to portion the nuts yourself. | If I’m buying office supplies, I want to choose a quantity that suits the planned occasions. For around 19% of consumers, quantity is the most important factor. |
| Allergen information | Check the current label for the exact variant. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says information must be made available in a different way when products are offered unpackaged. | If I’m taking or sharing nuts, I want to be able to check the allergen information and keep it available for others. This is the main priority for around 12% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming every bag is an individual portion
A product listing marked ‘2-pack’ doesn’t tell you how many nuts are in each individual pack. Duyvis does specify 4 × 30 g for Unsalted Nutmix Walnut.
Before choosing a variant for lunchboxes or sharing, check both the number of individual packs and the weight of each bag.
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Assuming Borrelnootjes are the same as unsalted nuts
Duyvis describes Borrelnootjes as peanuts with a crunchy coating. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre specifically recommends unsalted nuts in its dietary advice.
Choose by product type and ingredients, and check the label of the variant you want to buy.
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Assuming a sealed bag means the nuts are suitable for someone with an allergy
The packaging doesn’t change which allergens are present. A sealed portion bag isn’t a guarantee that the product is allergen-free.
Read the allergen information on the pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says this information must be provided to consumers in a different way when products are offered unpackaged.
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Assuming a larger pack is automatically the better choice
A larger single pack means you’ll need to portion it yourself and store it once opened. The pack size doesn’t tell you how many portions you need.
Choose a quantity that suits the planned snack occasions, and follow the storage instructions for the exact product.
Brands and shops for reference
Duyvis
Dutch product listings include both a multipack of individual unsalted portions and a 2-pack of Borrelnootjes.
- Duyvis lists Unsalted Nutmix Walnut as a multipack of 4 × 30 g.
- Duyvis describes Borrelnootjes as peanuts with a crunchy coating; this isn’t the same product category as a plain unsalted nut mix.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists both its own unsalted nut mix and Duyvis products, including a 2-pack of Borrelnootjes provencale.
- The product listings show a range of product types and pack formats.
- Albert Heijn recommends checking the packaging, as ingredient and allergen information can change.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists its own 200 g unsalted nut mix and a Duyvis Unsalted Nutmix Walnut multipack.
- The product names distinguish between a single pack and a multipack with individual bags.
- The listing for Jumbo’s own 200 g nut mix isn’t for a separately confirmed multipack.
Lidl
Lidl stocks Alesto, its range of nuts and dried fruit.
- The Alesto range is worth considering for nut snacks.
- The general brand listing doesn’t confirm a specific multipack format.
ALDI
ALDI Netherlands lists TRADER JOE’S unsalted nut mix in a 500 g pack.
- ALDI describes this mix as containing almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts and Brazil nuts.
- The pack listed isn’t a multipack, and the size doesn’t confirm that the bag is resealable.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 200 g stand-up pouch of unsalted nut mix, a single pack intended for portioning yourself.
- The product listing specifies the variant and weight.
- A stand-up pouch doesn’t automatically contain individual portions or mean that the pack is resealable.
Joybuy products for office snacks
This selection of Joybuy products includes individual bags to take with you or share, as well as packs to portion yourself.
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J.ZAO Classic Daily-Nut Mix 750 g, 30 bags, gift box
The individual bags are designed for taking nuts with you or sharing them.
The product description lists 30 bags of 25 g and a mix that includes walnuts, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts and dried fruit.
The listed allergens include tree nuts, including walnuts, almonds, cashews and hazelnuts.
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g'woon Unsalted Peanuts 250 g
This single pack is a good option if you want to portion unsalted peanuts yourself.
The product information lists 250 g and ingredients consisting of 99% peanuts and sunflower oil.
The product information states that it may contain traces of cashews.
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g'woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted 200 g
This pack is suitable for portioning yourself if you’re specifically looking for cashews.
The product description lists roasted, unsalted cashews in a 200 g pack.
The ingredients description lists cashews.
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ChaCha Pistachio Nuts 20 g × 25 bags
The individual bags are designed for taking with you or sharing.
The product description lists 25 bags of 20 g.
The description mentions salt and sweeteners; the ingredients list also includes hickory nuts. Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging.
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Full of Fruit Flavor Nuts and Dried Fruit Sharing Pack, 1.073 kg
This sharing pack includes a nut mix as well as other snacks.
The product description lists five different products, including fruit products and banana chips.
According to the product description, the products should be refrigerated once opened and eaten within one day. The description mentions tree nuts and aspartame in the plums.
Frequently asked questions
Does a multipack mean each bag contains one snack portion?
No, the word ‘multipack’ doesn’t tell you that on its own. Check the number of individual packs and the weight of each bag; Duyvis specifically lists Unsalted Nutmix Walnut as 4 × 30 g.
Are Borrelnootjes the same as unsalted nuts?
No. Duyvis describes Borrelnootjes as peanuts with a crunchy coating. If you’re specifically looking for unsalted nuts, read the ingredients for the exact variant.
How should I store an opened bag of mixed unsalted nuts?
For this type of product, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends six months in a kitchen cupboard or one year in the freezer; quality may deteriorate after that. Follow the instructions on the packaging too, and don’t eat nuts that are rancid, chewy or mouldy.
How can I keep allergen information available when nuts are offered unpackaged?
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information for unpackaged products must be provided to consumers in a different way. For workplace catering, for example, the information can be displayed on a card or menu; you can also provide it verbally if there’s a clear sign telling consumers they can ask for it.
What should I know about warnings for possible cross-contamination?
Since 1 January 2026, Dutch rules have governed how and when food businesses must label warnings about allergens that may accidentally get into food. Check the current label for the exact variant; a portion pack doesn’t mean the product is allergen-free.