Campers avoiding gluten
The Dutch Coeliac Society lists peanuts among foods that are naturally gluten-free. For a packaged snack, also check the ingredients and warnings on the packaging of the product you choose.
Who might these options suit?
Campers with a food allergy
If you need to avoid peanuts, a peanut snack is not a suitable choice. If you have another allergy, check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains what information must appear on pre-packed products.
Campers looking for unsalted peanuts
Choose a product explicitly labelled ‘unsalted’ and pick a pack size that suits how you plan to use it. ‘Unsalted’ on its own says nothing about whether other allergens are present.
What should you look for when buying?
Start with the ingredient you need to avoid, then check the exact packaging. Once you’ve made sure the snack suits your diet, you can consider the salt level and how much to take with you.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Suitability for allergies | Identify the allergen you need to avoid, then check the ingredients and warnings on the packaging of the exact product. | If I need to avoid peanuts, a peanut snack is not an option for me. If I have another allergy, I check the product information on the pack I’ve chosen. Around 33% of consumers prioritise avoiding a specific allergen. |
| Gluten-free diet | Distinguish between peanuts as a naturally gluten-free ingredient and the information for the packaged product. | If I avoid gluten and can eat peanuts, I also want to know whether the ingredients and warnings on the packaged snack suit my diet. Around 33% of consumers prioritise suitability for a gluten-free diet. |
| Unsalted option | Check the full product name and the nutrition table if the amount of salt matters to you. | If I’m looking for an unsalted snack, I check that separately from the allergen information. Around 17% of consumers prioritise an unsalted option. |
| Quantity and storage | Compare the pack weight with how much you plan to use, and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | If I’m taking snacks for several occasions at the campsite, I want a suitable quantity and to know how to store an opened pack. Around 17% of consumers prioritise quantity and storage. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘free from’ means free from all allergens
Peanuts are an allergen in their own right. A general ‘free from’ claim does not tell you whether a product is suitable for your specific dietary needs.
Start with the ingredient you need to avoid. If you need to avoid peanuts, don’t choose a peanut snack.
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Confusing ‘unsalted’ with ‘free from other allergens’
‘Unsalted’ describes the salt level, not whether a product contains other allergens.
Check the product name, ingredients and allergen information separately.
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Applying a warning for one product to an entire range
A warning or nutritional value may relate to a specific pack and product, not to every product from a retailer or brand.
Check the full product name, packaging and any use-by or best-before date before applying a warning.
Brands and supermarket options to compare
Duyvis
Duyvis offers salted, unsalted and teriyaki peanuts, among other varieties.
- Duyvis describes its Unsalted variety as peanuts without salt.
- That product description does not prove that the product is free from allergens.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists AH Unsalted Peanuts as a specific product option.
- The ‘unsalted’ product listing helps you identify the salt-free option.
- Albert Heijn advises customers to read the packaging, as ingredients and allergen information can change. On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn issued a warning about AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026 due to possible metal fragments. This warning applies to that specific product and pack.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists unsalted peanuts in a 250 g pack.
- The stated weight gives you a specific product to include in your comparison.
- The product name and weight do not prove gluten-free certification or the absence of other allergens.
Lidl
Lidl lists 285 g of unsalted peanuts as a product available in store only.
- The product listing gives you a pack weight to compare with other options.
- ‘In store only’ does not confirm stock at a specific branch or say anything about whether the product is free from particular ingredients.
ALDI
The ALDI website lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted peanuts in a 250 g pack.
- The product listing specifies both the roasted preparation and the unsalted variety.
- Trader Joe’s is the product brand name; the listing is not a general guarantee about allergens.
PLUS
PLUS lists 250 g of unsalted peanuts, as well as a separate 275 g Extra Large salted variety.
- The two product listings show that the flavour and pack size vary from one product to another.
- PLUS Extra Large Peanuts (salted) lists peanuts and may contain nuts. This warning applies to that specific product, not to the unsalted bag or the whole range.
Peanut snacks at Joybuy
This Joybuy selection includes plain and unsalted peanut snacks, including peanuts in their shells. These are not suitable options if you need to avoid peanuts.
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g'woon Unsalted Peanuts - 250g
Suitable if you can eat peanuts and are looking for an unsalted option; check the cashew information if it’s relevant to your diet.
The product description lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil, and states that the product may contain cashews.
The pack contains 250 g.
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G'woon Peanuts in Shell - 500 g
An option if you can eat peanuts and are looking for peanuts in their shells; bear in mind the nut warning in the product description.
The title lists peanuts in their shells in a 500 g pack.
The product description includes a warning that the product may contain traces of nuts.
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Verse Extra Large Roasted Peanuts - 210 g
Suitable if you can eat peanuts and are looking for a roasted, unsalted option; check the allergen information on the packaging.
The product description lists roasted, unsalted peanuts and 100% peanuts.
The title lists a 210 g pack.
Frequently asked questions
Does roasting make peanuts safe for someone with a peanut allergy?
No. The Dutch Food Allergy Foundation says that the peanut allergen remains stable when heated. Roasting therefore does not make a peanut snack allergen-free.
Are packaged peanuts automatically gluten-free?
No. The properties of the ingredient do not automatically confirm that every packaged snack is suitable. The Dutch Coeliac Society lists peanuts as naturally gluten-free; you should also check the ingredients and warnings on the packaging of the exact product.
Should I read the label again if I buy the same peanut snack regularly?
Yes, check the packaging even when buying the same product again. Albert Heijn and PLUS say that ingredients and dietary or allergen information can change.
Are the Dutch rules on precautionary allergen warnings already in force?
Yes. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says the new rules have been in force since 1 January 2026 and that it will check pre-packed products for compliance from 2026. Check the information on the current packaging before making your choice.
How should I store an opened snack while camping?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of the exact snack. For cocktail nuts, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing them in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly sealed container. Don’t automatically treat this as product-specific advice for plain peanuts.