When choosing organic peanuts for the office, check the information on the exact product packaging. Albert Heijn lists AH Organic Unsalted Peanuts, but that product listing does not automatically apply to other varieties. Check organic status, whether the peanuts are unsalted and the allergen information separately. An organic label does not make peanuts safe for someone with a peanut allergy.
You’re looking for something to snack on during the working day and want to assess organic status and whether the peanuts are unsalted separately. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends unsalted nuts, and Albert Heijn lists AH Organic Unsalted Peanuts.
You’re buying for colleagues and want everyone to know what a snack contains. Peanuts are an allergen, and an organic label doesn’t change the need to check this information. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains the allergen information required on pre-packed products.
You want to choose a pack size that suits how much you get through and store it properly once opened. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping peanuts in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark and dry place.
Check the organic label, whether the peanuts are unsalted, the allergen information and how you’ll store them separately.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Organic label | Check the label on the exact packaging. The European Commission explains that the EU organic logo may only be used on certified organic products. | If I’m buying organic, I want to be able to check the label on the product itself. For around 31% of consumers, verifiable organic origin is the top purchasing priority. |
| Unsalted snack | Check the product name, ingredients and nutrition table. Organic does not automatically mean unsalted. | If I snack on peanuts regularly, I want to be able to choose an unsalted variety. Around 31% of consumers prioritise this everyday snack choice. |
| Allergens when sharing | Read the allergen information on the packaging and keep it available if you transfer the peanuts to a storage container. | If I put out snacks for colleagues, I want to be able to show the allergen information and consider who will be eating them. Around 25% of consumers prioritise snacks that are suitable for sharing. |
| Stock and storage | Choose a pack size to suit how much you’ll use, and store the peanuts in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark and dry place, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. | If I’m buying peanuts for the office, I want to be able to store and use them before their quality deteriorates. Around 13% of consumers prioritise managing their stock. |
Unsalted means something different from organically certified. So a product name or general wording on the front of the pack won’t tell you whether the peanuts are organic.
Check the organic label on the exact packaging, and also read the ingredients and nutrition information. The Dutch Government explains that ‘organic’ is a protected term.
Peanuts are still an allergen, even when they’re organic. This is important when you’re sharing snacks with colleagues.
Keep the allergen information available, and don’t offer peanuts as a suitable snack to anyone with a peanut allergy.
Peanut butter or peanut paste is a different product type from whole peanuts for snacking.
Check the product type before choosing something for a shared snack or office supplies.
Peanuts can go rancid, become chewy or grow mould, and they can absorb odours. So a large pack won’t necessarily suit everyone’s needs.
Choose a quantity to suit how much you’ll use, and store the peanuts in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark and dry place. Follow the instructions on the packaging too.
Albert Heijn lists AH Organic Unsalted Peanuts, a product that suits office snacking.
Duyvis describes its Unsalted Peanuts as a snack and an ingredient for cooking.
Jumbo lists Jumbo’s 100% Organic Smooth Peanut Butter 350 g, a product for uses such as breakfast or spreading on bread.
Lidl’s Alesto range includes peanuts in a spiced batter coating, described as a party snack.
ALDI lists BIO Organic Peanut Paste, a product for a different use from whole peanuts for snacking.
PLUS lists BioToday Fine Organic Peanut Butter in a 250 g jar.
These Joybuy products range from unsalted peanuts to unroasted peanuts and seasoned or coated snacks. The product details here don’t, by themselves, confirm organic certification. Check the label on the exact packaging to verify this.
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These unsalted peanuts are a good fit if you’re looking for an unseasoned snack.
The listed ingredients are 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. Contains peanuts and may contain traces of cashew nuts.
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These unroasted peanuts are an option if you’d like to prepare your own snack.
For the crunchy snack described, the peanuts need to be roasted first. Contains peanuts.
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This spicy variety is a good fit if you’re looking for seasoned peanuts, but not if you specifically want unsalted peanuts.
The ingredients list includes salt, chilli and pepper seasonings. Contains peanuts and wheat.
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The coconut cream coating makes these a different kind of snack from plain, unseasoned peanuts.
The product description lists salt. The allergen information lists peanuts and wheat.
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This coconut cream variety is for anyone looking for a coated snack rather than unseasoned peanuts.
The ingredients list includes salt. The allergen information lists peanuts, wheat, egg and milk powder.
The EU organic logo should be accompanied by the code number of the control body and the agricultural origin of the agricultural ingredients. According to the European Commission, the logo may only be used on certified organic products; different rules apply to imported products.
No. Peanuts are an allergen even when they’re organic. If you’re sharing them, keep the allergen information available and don’t offer peanuts as a suitable snack to anyone with a peanut allergy.
Store the peanuts in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark and dry place, and follow the product label. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists rancidity, chewiness and mould as signs that food has spoiled.
No. Peanut butter and whole peanuts are different product types. For example, Jumbo lists organic peanut butter, while Albert Heijn lists AH Organic Unsalted Peanuts. Choose according to how you plan to use the product, and check its exact type.
