If you’re looking for an explicit vegan label, AH Biologisch Rozijnen fits the bill. For the Jumbo and BIO+ raisins sold at PLUS that we reviewed, you’ll need to check the ingredients list to assess whether they’re suitable for a plant-based diet. At every retailer, check the exact packaging for an organic label and inspection code, and assess the ingredients and nutritional information separately: organic doesn’t automatically mean vegan or low in sugar.
You’re looking for organic breakfast toppings and want to avoid animal-derived ingredients. An explicit vegan label or an ingredients list you can check helps you choose; honey isn’t suitable for a vegan diet. Albert Heijn labels AH Biologisch Rozijnen as vegan, while the Dutch Association for Veganism considers honey non-vegan.
You want to know whether sugar has been added and how much dried fruit you’re eating. Compare the ingredients and total sugars separately, and don’t confuse a manufacturer’s suggested serving with dietary advice from the Netherlands Nutrition Centre.
You want to switch between different types of fruit at breakfast without changing your usual shopping routine. As well as raisins, Albert Heijn lists products including unsweetened pineapple and a fruit and almond mix; check the ingredients list for each product.
First, check the organic label and whether the product is suitable for a vegan diet separately. Then compare the ingredients, serving size and where it fits into your usual shopping routine.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it’s for |
|---|---|---|
| Organic and vegan | Check the organic logo and inspection code, then read all the ingredients. Look out for honey in fruit mixes. | I want to check that both requirements are met on the exact product packaging. Around 36% of shoppers are most concerned with organic and vegan suitability. |
| Added sugar and quantity | Read the ingredients alongside the nutrition table; compare values per 100 grams and keep dietary advice separate from manufacturer serving sizes. | I want to know whether sugar has been added and how much dried fruit I’m eating. Around 29% of shoppers focus mainly on sugar and daily quantities. |
| Type of fruit and ingredients | Check which types of fruit are included and whether a mix contains nuts; read the allergen information. | I want to vary my breakfast and know exactly what’s in a mix. Around 21% of shoppers prioritise variety in the types of fruit and ingredients. |
| Packaging and shopping routine | Compare the pack size of the exact product and check the product information at the retailer you shop with. | I want to find an option that fits into my usual shop. Around 14% of shoppers prioritise their shopping routine and keeping costs under control. |
These labels don’t mean the same thing. Organic certification alone doesn’t confirm that a product is vegan or low in total sugars.
Check the organic label and inspection code, then read the ingredients and review the nutrition table separately.
Pack labels may show different serving sizes. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises eating no more than 20 grams of dried fruit a day; this is dietary advice, not a legal limit on purchases.
Use values per 100 grams to compare products, and consider how much you eat separately from the serving size shown by the manufacturer.
A mix containing almonds has different ingredients from a bag of raisins. Albert Heijn lists an organic fruit and almond mix; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergen information for prepacked products appears on the label.
Read the full ingredients and allergen information on the exact packaging, especially if you need to avoid a nut allergen.
The AH Biologisch Rozijnen we reviewed are a specific option to consider if you’re looking for an explicit vegan label.
Jumbo lists Zongedroogde Sultana Rozijnen Biologisch 250g as an option to use as a standalone ingredient.
Lidl lists Belbake Biologische rozijnen as a separate product.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s Rozijnen 500 g in its raisins category.
PLUS lists BIO+ Sultana rozijnen 250 g; BIO+ is the product brand.
Dirk lists Bio+ Rozijnen sultana 250 g as a product in its range.
This Joybuy selection features dried fruit products and fruity snacks that, according to the product information, are intended for children aged 12 months and over. The product titles include ‘Organic’; check the EU organic logo and inspection code on the packaging before considering organic certification confirmed.
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The product information says these raisins are for children aged 12 months and over; supervise children while they eat and follow the warnings on the packaging.
The pack contains 10 snack boxes of 14 g. The ingredients list names raisins as the only ingredient and states that no sugars or sulphites have been added.
Not suitable for children with swallowing difficulties.
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The product information says these dates are for children aged 12 months and over; make sure your child is sitting upright and supervise them while they eat.
The ingredients list states 95% dates and 5% rice flour. It also says that no sugars or sulphites have been added.
The product information warns of a choking hazard.
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According to the product information, this fruity snack is intended for children aged 12 months and over; bear in mind the warning that it may contain traces of nuts.
The ingredients are listed as 44% apricots, 44% dates, 8% bananas and 4% rice flour. The product information states that no sugar has been added.
According to the European Commission, the logo may only be used on certified organic products. At least 95% of a product’s ingredients must be organic; the remaining ingredients must meet additional requirements. The packaging should also show the inspection code and the agricultural origin. The logo is mandatory for prepacked organic food produced in the EU and sold as organic.
No, honey isn’t suitable for a vegan diet. The Dutch Association for Veganism considers honey non-vegan, so check organic fruit mixes for added honey too.
Check the allergen information on the exact packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that consumers must be informed about allergens, and that this information appears on the label of prepacked products. An organic or vegan label doesn’t prove that a product is free from a specific allergen.
Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS recommend storing the raisins we reviewed in a cool, dry, dark place. Also follow the best-before information on your packaging; don’t assume the same storage period applies to every type of dried fruit.
The product information for the raisins we reviewed doesn’t give general advice that they need soaking. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists dried fruit as a breakfast topping; for a specific recipe, follow the instructions in the recipe and on the packaging.
