First, choose according to the substance you need to avoid, then assess organic certification separately. Albert Heijn lists AH Biologisch Amandelen ongebrand as gluten-free and lactose-free, but the product information also warns that it may contain other nuts and peanuts. If you need to avoid almonds themselves, no almond snack will be suitable for you.
You’re looking for an organic almond snack with information about the specific substance you need to avoid, rather than a general allergen-free claim. This consideration only applies if you can eat almonds themselves. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists almonds as a tree nut allergen.
You want organic, unroasted and unsalted almonds with a simple ingredients list, either as a snack or to add to a dish. PLUS and Jumbo describe products of this kind; remember to check the warnings on the packaging too.
You’re comparing pack size, ingredients and convenience at your usual supermarket. A familiar brand or smaller pack doesn’t, in itself, tell you whether a product suits your dietary needs.
| What to consider | What to look for when buying | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Specific dietary requirements | Check the ingredients, the specific free-from claim and any separate warning about possible cross-contamination. | If I need to avoid a particular substance, I want to assess the relevant claim and any warnings separately. Around 36% of consumers prioritise avoiding specific substances. |
| Organic certification | Check the organic claim and, where applicable, the EU organic logo, inspection code and country of origin. | If organic production is my main consideration, I want to assess the certification information separately from dietary claims. Around 29% of consumers prioritise organic certification. |
| Simple ingredients | Compare the ingredients lists and check whether the almonds are unsalted or coated with seasoning. | For a basic product or use in a dish, I’d prefer almonds without a seasoning coating. Around 21% of consumers prioritise simple, unsalted ingredients. |
| Pack size and convenience | Compare the net weight and check whether the packaging and time of purchase suit your shopping routine. | If I plan my shopping around pack size and convenience, I want to know how much is in the pack and when I can buy it. Around 14% of consumers prioritise value and convenience. |
Almonds are still a tree nut allergen. A specific dietary claim doesn’t automatically rule out other allergens.
Assess organic certification separately from the substance you need to avoid, and read the ingredients and warnings on the packaging.
The Duyvis almonds reviewed have a seasoning coating containing salt and other ingredients, even though Duyvis describes them as roasted without added oil or fat.
Read the full ingredients list and don’t base your choice solely on a preparation claim on the front of the pack.
The AH Biologisch Amandelen ongebrand product reviewed combines an organic claim with product-specific gluten-free and lactose-free claims.
The organic product reviewed is described as unroasted and unsalted, with the skin on.
The organic product reviewed is an unroasted, unsalted almond snack.
The Almonds Original and Oven roasted products reviewed are savoury roasted snacks, not confirmed organic or free-from options.
Lidl describes Alesto as its own brand for products including dried fruit and nuts; a Dutch product page lists Spanish almonds in several varieties.
The Dutch product page reviewed describes Trader Joe’s almonds as roasted and salted, or smoked-flavour.
No. Organic certification and allergen information answer different questions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists almonds as a tree nut allergen; don’t choose an almond snack if you need to avoid almonds.
No. An ingredients list tells you what’s in the product; a warning may indicate the possible presence of other substances. Read both and don’t treat a specific free-from claim as a general allergen-free guarantee.
According to the NVWA, stricter Dutch rules for precautionary allergen labelling have applied since 1 January 2026. A risk assessment determines whether a warning is needed; permitted examples include ‘May contain X’ and ‘Not suitable for people with an X allergy’. The absence of such a warning doesn’t guarantee that every conceivable amount is absent.
No. Regulation (EU) No 828/2014 sets requirements for the claims ‘gluten-free’ and ‘very low gluten’. According to the European Commission, these rules have applied since 20 July 2016, replacing the previous Regulation No 41/2009.
The PLUS and Jumbo products reviewed recommend storing them in a cool, dry and dark place. Follow the best-before date and storage instructions on the pack you buy too.
