Who is this guide for?

Hosts avoiding allergens

If a specific allergen determines what you can serve, check the ingredients and any warnings about possible cross-contamination first. The NVWA says that allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label.

Shoppers avoiding gluten

If you need to avoid gluten, check the crunchy coating too: it may contain wheat or gluten, regardless of the peanut base. The European Commission refers to the requirements in Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 828/2014 for gluten-free claims.

Hosts limiting milk or lactose

When choosing a product, it’s important to know whether you need to avoid lactose, milk protein or other milk components. A lactose-free label does not automatically mean a product is suitable for someone with a cow’s milk allergy.

What should you look for when buying?

Start with the ingredient or allergen you need to avoid, then consider flavour, quantity and storage. Information applies to each specific product variant; the NVWA says that allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
Avoiding an allergen Read the ingredients, allergen information and any warnings about possible cross-contamination on the packaging of the exact variant. If peanuts or another specific allergen are a deciding factor for me, I also check for warnings about possible cross-contamination before choosing a flavour. Around 36% of consumers focus mainly on avoiding a specific allergen when making this purchase.
Gluten in the coating Check the full ingredients list and any gluten-free claim. The European Commission refers to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 828/2014 for this claim. If you need to avoid gluten, check the crunchy coating too, and make sure you can assess the full ingredients list. Around 29% of consumers prioritise avoiding gluten.
Milk, lactose and vegan options Decide whether you want to avoid lactose, milk protein or animal-derived ingredients, then check the ingredients and allergen information. HagaZiekenhuis explains that lactose-free does not mean free from cow’s milk protein. If I need to avoid milk or lactose, I check which restriction applies to me and don’t rely on a vegan label alone. Around 21% of consumers give avoiding milk or lactose the highest priority.
Quantity and storage Check the pack weight and follow the storage instructions on the packaging; seal an opened bag as advised. If I’m looking for a pack that suits how I use it, I consider the quantity and how to store it after opening. Around 14% of consumers focus mainly on everyday practicality when choosing.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming vegan means allergen-free

    PLUS describes Borrelnoten Oriëntaalse stijl as vegan, but also lists peanuts and wheat and warns that it may contain nuts. The vegan label therefore does not prove that this variant is suitable for someone with a particular allergy.

    Use the vegan label only to check whether the product suits your preferences around animal-derived ingredients. Check allergen information and warnings separately on the packaging.

  • Using the flavour name to check ingredients

    Jumbo BBQ Paprika lists lactose from milk and a milk-containing flavouring. So the flavour name alone doesn’t tell you everything about the ingredients.

    Read the full ingredients and allergen information for every flavour variant.

  • Overlooking the coating

    The product information for Duyvis Cocktail, AH Cocktail, Jumbo BBQ Paprika and PLUS Oriëntaalse stijl lists gluten or wheat. Looking only at the peanut base therefore won’t give you the full picture of what’s in the product.

    If you follow a gluten-free diet, check the full ingredients list and any gluten-free claim on the exact packaging.

  • Relying on ingredients you checked before

    Albert Heijn warns that product information can change. A product that previously suited your diet may not necessarily be a reliable guide for your next purchase.

    When buying again, check the latest ingredients and allergen information.

Brands to consider

Duyvis

Duyvis offers several party nut varieties and pack sizes; the ingredients and allergens listed here apply to the specific Cocktail variant.

  • Duyvis lists Cocktail packs in 125 g, 275 g, 500 g and 1000 g sizes.
  • The product information lists milk, peanuts and gluten. This does not automatically apply to other Duyvis varieties.

Albert Heijn

AH Borrelnoten cocktail is an own-brand variety with product information covering ingredients, allergens and storage.

  • For the Cocktail variant, Albert Heijn lists milk, peanuts, cereals containing gluten, lactose and wheat.
  • Albert Heijn recommends checking the latest packaging, as product information can change.

Jumbo

Jumbo BBQ Paprika Smaak Borrelnoten is a seasoned variety whose ingredients are worth checking if you have a milk- or gluten-related dietary restriction.

  • Jumbo lists gluten, milk, peanuts and wheat for this variety.
  • The ingredients information also lists lactose from milk and a milk-containing flavouring, so the paprika flavour does not mean the product is milk-free.

PLUS

PLUS describes Borrelnoten Oriëntaalse stijl as vegan; this label does not mean the product is free from all allergens.

  • The vegan label is a useful guide if you want to avoid animal-derived ingredients.
  • PLUS lists peanuts and wheat and warns that the product may contain tree nuts. Check this information separately if you need to avoid allergens.

ALDI

ALDI lists Trader Joe’s party nuts in flavours such as poesta, paprika and bacon-kaas.

  • ALDI lists a 300 g bag for this product range.
  • The flavour and pack weight don’t tell you whether a variety is suitable for a free-from diet; check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging.

Lidl

Lidl has a product page for party nuts in its snack range.

  • The product page identifies the product category as party nuts.
  • The category name alone doesn’t tell you whether the ingredients suit your diet; check the latest product information for the specific variant.

Party nuts at Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

Do peanuts and nuts need to be listed separately?

Yes. The NVWA lists peanuts and nuts as separate allergens under the law. Allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label.

What rules apply to ‘may contain’ warnings?

The NVWA says that new Dutch rules for warnings about possible cross-contamination came into force on 1 January 2026. These warnings are also known as Precautionary Allergen Labelling or PAL. Consider any such warning alongside the ingredients list; it is not a declaration of ingredients.

Is the ‘gluten-free’ claim regulated by law?

Yes. The European Commission refers to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 828/2014 for the requirements for ‘gluten-free’ and ‘very low gluten’ claims. The regulation has applied since 20 July 2016.

Can a product be lactose-free but still contain milk protein?

Yes. Lactose and milk protein are different components. HagaZiekenhuis gives Dutch hard cheese as an example: it is lactose-free but does contain cow’s milk protein. So a lactose-free label does not prove that a product is suitable for someone with a cow’s milk allergy.

What should you do if the online allergen information differs from the packaging?

If the difference affects your diet, ask the seller for clarification before using the product. Albert Heijn recommends checking the latest packaging and contacting customer services if you have any questions.