Choose an individual pack if having peanuts ready to go matters more than deciding the amount yourself; opt for a larger pack if you want to measure out portions and take peanuts with you more often. First, check that whole peanuts are suitable for the person eating them: the Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) advises against giving whole peanuts to children under 4, and if someone has a known peanut allergy, avoid peanut products. A 60 g pack is the weight of the contents, not necessarily a suitable serving size.
You want to take something along for lunch, and first check whether whole peanuts are suitable for the child's age and ability to chew, and whether there are any allergies to consider. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) advises against giving whole peanuts to children under 4.
You’re looking for individually packed peanuts that you can prepare in advance. Foods & Goods lists the Duyvis Portiepack as a box of 20 60 g sachets, so check both the contents of each sachet and the number of sachets.
You take peanuts with you often and want to choose how much to pack from a larger supply. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) advises storing nuts in a dry place in a well-sealed container.
First, check that whole peanuts are suitable for the person eating them. Then choose between sealed individual sachets and a larger pack you can portion yourself. This table helps people taking peanuts along for a holiday lunch or day out weigh up what matters most.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Suitability for the person eating them | Check their age, ability to chew and any allergies. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) advises against whole peanuts for children under 4. | If you’re taking peanuts for a child, first check that the form and ingredients are suitable; around 25% of consumers in this situation prioritise suitability and allergens. |
| Sachets and convenience on the go | Check the contents of each sachet and the number of sachets; Foods & Goods lists the Duyvis Portiepack as 20 sachets of 60 g. | If you want to take sealed sachets without weighing them out yourself, convenience is key; around 31% of consumers make this their top priority. |
| Unsalted options | Check the ingredients and nutritional information on the pack, and compare products on a like-for-like basis. | If you regularly take peanuts with you and want an unsalted option, check the ingredients; around 25% of consumers prioritise this choice. |
| Pack size and storage | Choose a total pack size that suits how you use it, and seal the remaining peanuts securely. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) advises storing nuts in a dry place. | If you portion peanuts yourself, you’ll want enough to take with you without opening more than you need; around 19% of consumers prioritise quantity and managing their supply. |
Foods & Goods lists 60 g sachets for the Duyvis Portiepack. The weight of the pack doesn’t tell you how much is suitable for a child to eat.
Check the amount in each sachet and decide separately what is suitable for the person eating it. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) advises against giving whole peanuts to children under 4.
PLUS product information says ‘all ages’ and also warns that young children could choke on peanuts. The general age label does not replace the specific advice from the Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum).
Do not give whole peanuts to children under 4. For older children, make sure they eat slowly and stay with them while they eat.
Unsalted peanuts still contain peanuts. Some product information also lists the possible presence of other nuts, such as cashews.
If someone has a known peanut allergy, avoid peanut products. If they have an allergy to other nuts, check the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging.
A box of 20 sachets of 60 g contains 1,200 g in total. A 250 or 500 g bulk pack has a different total weight and means portioning the peanuts yourself.
Choose a pack based on how much you’ll take with you and how often you use the supply. Seal opened peanuts securely and store them in a dry place.
Duyvis lists salted peanuts in a 60 g pack, as well as larger packs. Foods & Goods describes a portion pack containing 20 individual 60 g sachets.
Albert Heijn lists AH Unsalted Peanuts in a 500 g bulk pack, intended for measuring out your own portions.
Jumbo lists Unsalted Kingsize Peanuts in a 350 g bulk pack.
Lidl lists salted peanuts in a 250 g pack and says they are available in store.
ALDI lists roasted, unsalted Trader Joe’s peanuts in a 250 g pack. ALDI is the retailer; Trader Joe’s is the product brand.
PLUS lists unsalted peanuts in a 250 g own-brand pack, with peanuts and sunflower oil as the ingredients.
These products are options if you want to portion peanuts yourself for lunches or snacks; peanuts in their shells require an extra step.
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A bulk pack for measuring out smaller portions for lunch or a day out.
The product information says it may contain cashews; check the current packaging if you have a nut allergy.
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The 210 g pack can be divided into smaller portions to take with you.
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This 500 g pack is an option if you want to portion the peanuts yourself; you’ll need to shell them first.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) advises against giving whole peanuts to children under 4. Older children should also eat slowly and be supervised. This is safety advice, not a legal minimum age for buying peanuts.
Think of peanuts as a snack or addition, not a complete lunch. For children aged 4 to 12, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) suggests a handful of unsalted nuts as one possible snack, alongside options such as vegetables, fruit and wholemeal bread.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) advises storing nuts in a dry place in a well-sealed container. Also follow the instructions on the packaging and seal it securely after use.
Check the ingredients, allergens, net quantity, nutritional information and use-by or best-before details, among other things. Business.gov.nl describes this information for food products in the Netherlands and says that labels must be available in Dutch. The NVWA states that Dutch rules on warnings about unintended allergens have applied since 1 January 2026; these warnings must be based on a risk assessment.
