Who are these packs for?

Lunchbox packers

You want portions you can take with you without weighing them out yourself. Albert Heijn lists 10 portions of 14 grams in its Hamsterchef multipacks; Jumbo lists 14 boxes of 14 grams.

Vegan snack sharers

You want to hand out individual boxes and check the vegan status of the exact product. Albert Heijn marks the Hamsterchef multipacks reviewed as vegan; you should also check the ingredients and allergen warnings separately.

Those who portion it themselves

You want to choose your own portion size and would rather use a larger bag. Albert Heijn marks its 250-gram bag of raisins as vegan; PLUS labels its 375-gram Sultana stand-up pouch VEGAN.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want ready-filled boxes or would rather make up your own portions. Then compare the vegan information and ingredients for the specific product.

What to consider What to look for Who should consider this?
Lunchbox portions Compare the portion weight and number of boxes: Albert Heijn lists 10 × 14 g; Jumbo lists 14 × 14 g. If I want to take portions with me without weighing them out, I look for a fixed portion size; around 29% of consumers cite lunchbox convenience as their top priority.
Boxes to hand out Count the individual portions and check the ingredients and allergen information. Jumbo lists 14 boxes; Albert Heijn lists 10. When handing out snacks, I want enough individual portions and information about what’s in them; around 24% of consumers prioritise the number of snack boxes.
Vegan status and warnings Check the vegan label and ingredients for the exact product; assess allergen information separately. The NVV explains how it assesses unintended traces. If I choose a product labelled vegan, I also check the warnings on the packaging; around 18% of consumers cite verifiable vegan status as their top priority.
Fruit mix or plain raisins Check the fruit percentages and ingredients: the AH apple variety contains 70% raisins and 30% apple; the apricot variety contains 70% raisins and 28% apricot. Both list sulphites. If I want to try different options in the same box size, I compare the fruit and ingredients; around 12% of consumers prioritise fruit variety.
Portioning it yourself Check the net weight and follow the storage instructions for the exact bag. The vegan-labelled options from Albert Heijn and PLUS are 250 g and 375 g respectively. If I want to choose my own portion sizes, a larger bag suits the way I do things better; around 17% of consumers cite portioning it themselves as their top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a vegan label means a product is suitable for every allergy

    The AH fruit mixes list sulphites. Jumbo warns that the product may contain, among other things, milk, soya and nuts. So a vegan label doesn’t automatically answer questions about allergens.

    Check vegan status and allergen information separately, especially if you’re handing the boxes out to other people.

  • Comparing only the number of boxes

    Packs can differ in the number of individual portions and the total quantity. So check the weight per box and the net weight too.

    Compare the portion weight and number of portions before choosing a pack.

  • Assuming a small box means raisins are safe for young children

    The Voedingscentrum warns that children can choke on raisins or currants. A small box doesn’t remove that risk.

    Don’t give young children too many at once, and stay with them while they eat.

  • Treating a portion in a box as personalised dietary advice

    The portion shown on the packaging tells you what’s in that box, not what amount is right for everyone.

    Use the box to check the quantity it contains and follow the product information where necessary.

Brands compared

Albert Heijn

The Hamsterchef multipacks reviewed are designed for individual portions and carry a vegan label.

  • The three multipacks reviewed each contain 10 portions of 14 grams.
  • The apple and apricot varieties list sulphites. The 250-gram bag of AH Raisins is an option if you want to portion them yourself.

Jumbo

Jumbo Raisin Snack Boxes, 14 Pack is a sharing pack with individual portions.

  • The pack contains 14 boxes of 14 grams, and the ingredients list includes raisins and sunflower oil.
  • The ingredients list doesn’t confirm that all vegan production criteria are met. The packaging warns that the product may contain, among other things, milk, soya and nuts.

PLUS

PLUS Sultana raisins is a 375-gram stand-up pouch labelled vegan, for those who want to make up their own portions.

  • The product information lists raisins and sunflower oil.
  • The stand-up pouch doesn’t contain individual sharing boxes; storage instructions say to keep it cool, dry and dark.

ALDI

ALDI lists Trader Joe's raisins in a 500-gram pack.

  • The pack size is listed as 500 grams.
  • The product information doesn’t confirm vegan certification or individual lunchbox boxes.

Dirk

Dirk lists raisins in a 750-gram pack.

  • The product page lists a net weight of 750 grams.
  • This product listing doesn’t confirm that it’s a vegan multipack with individual portions.

Lidl

Lidl has a Dutch product page for Belbake Raisins.

  • The product page lists the name Belbake Raisins.
  • The product name alone doesn’t confirm a multipack, vegan status or suitability for people avoiding allergens.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a warning about possible traces of milk automatically mean a product can’t be called vegan?

No. According to the Dutch Association for Veganism (NVV), unintended traces caused by cross-contamination aren’t counted as animal-derived ingredients. An animal-derived ingredient or processing aid is a different matter. If you have a milk allergy, assess the warning separately; a vegan label doesn’t mean a product is allergen-free.

Can I give a young child a box of raisins without supervision?

No. The Voedingscentrum warns that children can choke on raisins or currants. Don’t give them too many at once, and stay with the child while they eat. A small box is no guarantee of safe eating.

How should I store raisins if I’m making up lunchbox portions myself?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of the exact product. For Sultana raisins, PLUS says to store them in a cool, dry and dark place. The product information also warns that, despite checks, stalks and stones may still be present; check the fruit as you portion it.

What allergen information must appear on Dutch packaging for pre-packed food?

The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority requires information about the 14 legally designated allergens to appear on the label of pre-packed foods and to be clearly identifiable. Sulphites are among the designated allergens. This doesn’t mean that every vegan dried fruit product is allergen-free.

What was the Jumbo recall for Raisin Snacks about?

The warning published by NU.nl on 14 November 2025 concerned Jumbo Raisin Snacks with barcode 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. That date has passed; the historical warning isn’t proof that other or current packs have been recalled. At the time, Productwaarschuwing.nl reported that customers could get a refund without a till receipt. That historical policy isn’t a general, current returns guarantee.