Before choosing organic cornflakes for Sunday breakfast, check the EU organic logo, the control body's code and the indication of origin on the packaging of any pre-packed product from the EU. Then compare sugars and fibre per 100 g, and read the ingredients and allergen information. A short ingredients list or an ‘unsweetened’ label is no substitute for these checks.
You want to know what the organic claim is based on. For a pre-packed organic product from the EU, check the EU organic logo, the control body's code and the indication of origin. The European Commission explains this labelling information.
You eat cornflakes with milk, yoghurt or a plant-based alternative and want to know what’s in the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing similar products per 100 g. You should also read the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging.
You’re choosing a pack for one Sunday breakfast or several, and thinking about its size and where you do your shopping. Even at a shop you trust, check that the specific pack meets your requirements for organic labelling and ingredients.
First, check that the pack meets your requirements for buying organic. Then use the nutritional information and ingredients list to compare cornflakes.
| What to look for | What to check on the pack | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Organic labelling | For a pre-packed organic product from the EU, look for the EU organic logo, the control body's code and the indication of origin. | If I want organic cornflakes, I want to check the labelling on the pack before choosing a variety. This is the top priority for around 42% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Compare sugars and fibre per 100 g; read the ingredients list and highlighted allergens. | For Sunday breakfast, I want to know which ingredients and allergens are in my cornflakes. Around 33% of consumers give these ingredients top priority. |
| Pack size and availability | Check how much the pack contains and whether your chosen shop stocks the organic variety you want. | Whether I’m buying for one breakfast or stocking up, I want to be able to pick up a suitable pack as part of my usual shop. This matters most to around 25% of consumers. |
The organic label doesn’t tell you how much sugar or fibre cornflakes contain. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing similar products per 100 g.
Compare the nutritional information on two packs, then read the ingredients list.
The word ‘natural’ is no substitute for the verifiable information required on a pre-packed organic food product from the EU. The European Commission explains what information must accompany the EU organic logo.
Check the pack for the EU organic logo, the control body's code and the indication of origin.
A short ingredients list doesn’t rule out a warning about possible allergens. Broeders Gezondheidswinkel states that Vitiv Cornflakes bio may contain nuts, gluten and sesame.
Read the latest allergen information on the pack. If you need to meet a specific dietary requirement, don’t rely on the product name alone.
Albert Heijn lists AH Biologisch Cornflakes as its organic own-brand option.
Jumbo lists Smaakt Bio Cornflakes Ongezoet 300 g. Smaakt describes its range as organic.
Broeders Gezondheidswinkel describes Vitiv Cornflakes bio as containing 100% organic maize.
For a pre-packed organic product from the EU, check the EU organic logo, the control body's code and the indication of origin of the agricultural raw materials. The European Commission explains this information; the word ‘natural’ alone is no substitute.
No. The organic label doesn’t tell you how much sugar or fibre a product contains. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing similar products per 100 g and reading the ingredients list too.
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g, then read the ingredients and highlighted allergens. Check the organic information on each pack individually. The pack size can then help you choose the right option.
No. ‘Organic’ doesn’t mean ‘gluten-free’. Broeders Gezondheidswinkel states that Vitiv Cornflakes bio may contain gluten. If you need a gluten-free option, check the current packaging for an explicit gluten-free label.
