First, check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact product packaging. Then check whether the product is organically certified. The EU organic logo indicates organic certification, not whether a product is suitable for someone with a food allergy. So assess sulphites and cross-contamination warnings separately (European Commission; NVWA).
You’re looking for organic dried fruit, but first you need to check whether the ingredients and any warnings are suitable for the allergen you avoid. For example, Albert Heijn states that its organic pitted dates may contain peanuts and various nuts.
As well as the type of fruit, you check the information about sulphites and preservatives. The Voedingscentrum distinguishes between food allergy and intolerance; an organic label won’t tell you whether a product is suitable for your sulphite sensitivity.
You’re looking for organic fruit with ingredients you can assess. You’ll also want to consider sugars, how much you use and storage instructions.
Check the exact product packaging for ingredients, allergen information and the organic label. Then separately consider what matters for sulphites, breakfast portions and storage.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this most relevant to? |
|---|---|---|
| Allergen to avoid | Check the ingredients and any warnings about possible presence on the current packaging. | If you need to avoid a specific allergen, you’ll want to be able to check both the ingredients and warnings on the exact product packaging. Around 36% of consumers prioritise avoiding allergens. |
| Sulphites | Check the ingredient information and any mention of sulphites or preservatives. | If you have a sulphite sensitivity, you’ll want to know what the packaging says about sulphites and be able to ask for product-specific information if anything is unclear. Around 22% of consumers give checking for sulphites top priority. |
| Organic certification | Check for the EU organic logo, the control code and the indication of the farming origin. | If organic certification matters to you, you’ll want to be able to identify it on the packaging alongside the allergen information. Around 21% of consumers prioritise organic certification. |
| Sugars and breakfast portions | Compare the ingredients and nutritional information, and decide how much to add to your breakfast. | If you want to weigh up the ingredients and amount in your breakfast topping, added sugars and portion size are separate points to consider. Around 14% of consumers prioritise this balance. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the net weight and follow the instructions on the packaging, including after opening. | If you want the pack size to suit how often you use dried fruit, check the quantity and storage instructions. Around 7% of consumers give stock levels and storage top priority. |
Organic certification and allergen information answer different questions. Albert Heijn warns that its organic pitted dates may contain peanuts and various nuts.
First check the allergen information on the exact product packaging, then assess the organic label.
A product with no added sugar can still contain natural sugars. A stated portion size isn’t automatically a general recommendation for how much dried fruit to eat.
Read the ingredients and nutritional information separately from the portion size. The Voedingscentrum recommends a maximum of 20 grams of dried fruit per day; this is not a safe dose for someone with a food allergy.
Albert Heijn states that a stone may accidentally remain in its pitted dates.
Check dates for any remaining stones when preparing them.
Albert Heijn lists organic raisins and dried pitted dates.
Jumbo lists a 250 g organic sultanas option.
PLUS lists BIO+ Sultana raisins in a 250 g stand-up pouch; BIO+ is the product brand.
Dirk lists Bio+ Sultana raisins in a 250 g pack.
Lidl lists Belbake Organic raisins as part of its organic dried fruit range.
This Joybuy selection includes organic raisins, dates and mixed fruit snacks. Always check the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging of the option you choose.
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An option if you’re looking for organic raisins for breakfast or as a snack; the product information lists raisins as the sole ingredient.
The product information mentions 14 g snack boxes and no added sugars. No sulphites are listed; check the current packaging if this is a deciding factor for you.
From 12 months; supervise while eating. Not suitable for children with swallowing difficulties.
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A date product for anyone looking for organic dates as a fruit snack; the ingredient information lists dates and rice flour from organic sources.
The product description says there are no added sugars or sulphites. Check the current packaging if sulphites matter to your purchase.
From 12 months; make sure the child is sitting upright and supervise while they eat.
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An option if you’re looking for organic sultanas for breakfast cereal or baking; the product information lists raisins and sunflower oil from organic sources.
The product information lists 75,5 g of sugars and 3,7 g of fibre per 100 g. It warns that a stalk or stone may remain despite checks.
Check the current allergen information on the packaging you receive.
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A mixed fruit snack, not a single dried fruit. The product information lists 44% dried apricots, 44% dates, 8% bananas and 4% rice flour.
The product description says it contains organic ingredients and no added sugar. The product may contain traces of nuts.
From 12 months and intended as an occasional snack; supervise while eating.
Information must be available for the 14 allergens specified by law. For pre-packed products, it appears on the label; for unpackaged products, it can be provided in another prescribed way. The NVWA stresses that consumers need this information before making a purchase.
Since 1 January 2026, Dutch precautionary allergen labelling rules have applied. The permitted warnings are ‘May contain X’ and ‘Not suitable for people with an X allergy’; the NVWA says a warning must be based on a risk assessment.
No. According to the NVWA, a warning may be omitted if the risk assessment indicates that reference values will not be exceeded. So the absence of a warning is not an explicit guarantee that none is present.
Ask the customer service team at the supermarket concerned for information about the exact product packaging. Albert Heijn and PLUS refer customers to their customer or consumer service teams. You can report missing allergen information in a shop or catering business to the NVWA.
For severe reactions, the Voedingscentrum advises contacting your GP and not experimenting with stopping or starting products yourself. An organic label is no reason to ignore this advice.
