Snackers who check for certification
You want to check that the chips are organically certified rather than relying on natural-looking packaging. Look for the EU organic logo, control code and country-of-origin indication on the packaging.
Who this choice is relevant to
Snackers who want to keep portions in check
Late at night, you’d rather be mindful about how much you take from the bag. The bag weight, stated serving size and nutritional values per 100 g can help you compare products.
Dippers who consider flavour or allergens
You might want plain chips to go with a dip, or prefer a seasoned variety. If allergens matter to you, check the ingredients and warnings on the specific bag.
What to look for when buying
First decide whether organic certification is a must-have for you. Then compare the flavour and labels of the packs that meet your requirements.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who should consider this? |
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| Organic certification | Look for the EU organic logo, control code and country-of-origin indication on the bag. According to the European Commission, the logo can only appear on certified organic products. | If I want organic chips, a verifiable certification mark matters more than natural-looking packaging. For around 36% of consumers, this certification is the top priority. |
| Diet and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen warnings for the variety you’ve chosen; check any vegan or gluten-free claim on that same pack. | If I have an allergy, I want to know what this particular flavour contains or may contain. Around 29% of consumers prioritise suitability for their diet. |
| Portion and nutritional value | Compare the bag weight and stated serving size, as well as energy and salt per 100 g and per serving. | For a late-night snack, I want to choose an amount that suits my plans, rather than treating the whole bag as one serving. This is the biggest consideration for around 21% of consumers. |
| Flavour and bag size | Choose plain for a neutral base or check the ingredients of a seasoned variety; also consider the bag weight. | If organic certification isn’t essential to me, my preferred flavour or a suitable bag size may be the deciding factor. This comes out on top for around 14% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Mistaking a short ingredient list for organic certification
Ingredients such as corn, oil and salt don’t prove that tortilla chips are certified organic. Natural-looking packaging tells you nothing about certification either.
When buying organic, check the EU organic logo, control code and country-of-origin indication on the packaging.
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Assuming organic chips contain less salt or energy
According to Albert Heijn’s product information, the AH Biologisch plain variety examined contains 0.8 g of salt and 485 kcal per 100 g. Organic certification isn’t a nutritional assessment.
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per stated serving on the bags you’re choosing between.
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Assuming all corn chips are suitable for people with allergies
A corn base doesn’t rule out other ingredients or warnings about the possible presence of allergens. Seasoned varieties may also have a different recipe from plain chips.
For every purchase, read the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging for that specific variety.
Brands to consider
AH Biologisch
The 150 g plain tortilla chips examined are worth considering if you’re looking for a small bag displaying the EU organic logo.
- For this variety, Albert Heijn displays the EU organic logo and the code Skal 001920, and describes the product as vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free.
- The product information warns that these chips may contain soya. Check the packaging if allergens are relevant to you.
Amaizin
The organic tortilla chips examined come in plain and chilli varieties, giving you a choice between a neutral and a seasoned flavour.
- Ekoplaza lists organic corn and sunflower oil for the plain variety; the chilli variety contains an organic chilli mix.
- According to Ekoplaza, the chilli variety examined contains 1.30 g of salt per 100 g, compared with 0.80 g for the plain variety. The chilli variety may contain soya and carrot.
Trafo
The 200 g organic plain tortilla chips examined are worth considering if you’re looking at a larger bag of plain chips.
- Ekoplaza describes Trafo as a brand with organically certified products and lists corn flour, sunflower oil and sea salt in the chips examined.
- Always check the packaging of the specific bag for allergen information; a brand description is no substitute for the product label.
Doritos
Doritos Naturel is included here as a plain tortilla chip to consider if organic certification isn’t a requirement for your purchase.
- For the Naturel variety examined, Albert Heijn lists 83% corn.
- The product information consulted doesn’t show an organic certification mark and warns that the chips may contain soya and wheat containing gluten.
Jumbo
The 170 g Jumbo Tortilla Naturel examined is a conventional plain option to compare with organic alternatives.
- Jumbo lists corn, sunflower oil and salt as ingredients in this variety.
- The product information consulted doesn’t mention organic certification. If organic certification is a must-have for you, check the mark on the bag.
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Frequently asked questions
How can I identify certified organic tortilla chips?
Check the EU organic logo, control code and country-of-origin indication on the packaging. According to the European Commission, the EU organic logo can only appear on certified organic products; for prepacked organic food in the EU, the logo is compulsory in most cases.
Does organic certification tell me anything about salt or energy content?
No, the organic certification mark doesn’t indicate a set salt or energy value. For the AH Biologisch plain variety examined, Albert Heijn lists 0.8 g of salt and 485 kcal per 100 g, so compare the nutritional information on the specific bag you want to buy.
Are organic corn chips always gluten-free or allergen-free?
No, you can’t tell from the corn base or organic label alone. For the AH Biologisch plain variety examined, Albert Heijn warns of the possible presence of soya; check the current ingredients and allergen warning on the packaging for every variety.
How should I store an opened bag after a late-night snack?
Seal the packaging tightly after use and store the chips in a cool, dry place. Follow any storage instructions on the bag and check the stated best-before date.