Who is this relevant to?

Shoppers who check certification

You want to check whether crisps are organically certified before placing your order. The European Commission and Skal Biocontrole explain which labels to look for; check these on the packaging you receive too.

Label comparers

You’re choosing between different types of crisps and want to compare ingredients, salt, fat and energy per 100 g. If you’re buying for someone with an allergy, the up-to-date allergen information also matters.

Online grocery planners

You’re adding crisps to a larger order and want to know whether your basket meets the minimum order requirement and which delivery slots are available for your postcode.

What should you look for?

Use the certification label to identify organic crisps. Then choose based on what matters most to you: the label, the type of crisps or the delivery terms.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Organic certification Check the EU organic logo, the control body code and the origin statement on the packaging. If I’m specifically ordering organic crisps, I want to be able to recognise the certification before choosing by flavour. For around 33% of consumers, checking this comes first.
Nutritional information and allergens Compare salt, fat and energy per 100 g; if you have an allergy, also read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging. When choosing between bags, I want to know what’s in them, especially if I need to take allergens into account. Around 27% of consumers give the label top priority.
Main ingredient Check whether the crisps are made from potatoes, sweet potatoes or lentil flour, and read the other ingredients. I’m deliberately looking for something other than ordinary potato crisps and want to know which ingredient is the base. The type of crisps is the deciding factor for around 20% of consumers.
Order terms Check the minimum order requirement and the delivery slots available for your postcode. If the crisps are part of my grocery order, it needs to be possible to have the order delivered at a time that suits me. This is the first consideration for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming organic means a particular nutritional value

    Organic certification relates to the conditions under which the product is made. It doesn’t tell you how much salt, fat or energy the crisps contain.

    Compare the nutritional information on the same basis, such as per 100 g, and also consider the portion size you plan to have.

  • Assuming a product page means an item is in stock

    Albert Heijn’s page for AH Biologisch vegetable crisps says ‘Discontinued’. So, a product description being visible doesn’t necessarily mean you can order that bag.

    When you check out, make sure the option you want is actually available. If you choose an alternative, check its ingredients again.

  • Focusing only on the bag of crisps, not the order

    Albert Heijn and Jumbo have order requirements for home delivery. Whether delivery is available therefore depends on more than just the crisps you choose.

    Enter your postcode, choose a delivery slot and check that your grocery basket meets the minimum order requirement.

Brands to consider

AH Biologisch

Albert Heijn lists organic plain crisps and sweet potato crisps in its product information.

  • For its plain crisps, Albert Heijn displays the EU organic logo and the code NL-BIO-01.
  • The product page for the organic vegetable crisps says ‘Discontinued’; check which option you can order.

Jumbo Biologisch

Jumbo’s organic plain crisps are a potato option made with sunflower oil and sea salt.

  • For this option, Jumbo lists 76% potato, 23% sunflower oil and 1% sea salt.
  • For home delivery, check the minimum order requirement and the options available for your postcode.

BioToday

BioToday makes lentil crisps with sea salt for anyone specifically looking for crisps made from pulses.

  • Jumbo lists 43% lentil flour in BioToday Lentil Crisps Sea Salt.
  • The product information notes that it may contain celery, milk, peanuts and soya; if you have an allergy, check the current packaging.

Trafo

According to Trafo Chips, the brand makes exclusively organic products, including crisps with a range of main ingredients.

  • According to Trafo Chips, its range includes potato, vegetable, corn and pulse-based products.
  • For a specific bag, check the organic certification, ingredients and the shop’s order terms.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I identify organically certified crisps?

Look for the EU organic logo, the control body code and the origin statement for the agricultural ingredients. According to the European Commission, the organic logo may only appear on products that meet the requirements for organic certification. Also compare the online information with the packaging you receive.

Does organic mean crisps contain less salt or fat?

No. Organic certification alone says nothing about how much salt or fat a product contains. If you want to compare products, check the nutritional information per 100 g, and remember that a portion may be a different size.

Should I check for allergens when ordering crisps online?

Yes. If you have an allergy, check the allergen information on the packaging you receive. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains the mandatory allergen labelling on packaging. Information on a product page can help you make an initial choice, but it doesn’t replace the label on the bag delivered to you.

Can I have a single bag of organic crisps delivered?

A single bag may not meet the minimum order requirement for grocery delivery. Albert Heijn and Jumbo have order requirements, so check whether your full basket qualifies for delivery to your postcode and in your chosen delivery slot.