The usage scenario: Neutral bags containing nuts, dried fruit, lentils, rice, etc. are labelled to create individual, high-quality product packaging
The wide variety of high-quality nuts, dried fruit and other dry foods such as legumes, rice and much more are often packaged in transparent or opaque foil bags. Only with a label does it become clear what exactly is contained in the packaging. These labels are eye-catching for consumers and are intended to encourage them to buy. However, they also carry important information to comply with food labelling requirements.
Labels for identifying nuts, legumes and dried fruit – what requirements must they meet?
Firstly, they convey a message designed to encourage consumers to buy the product. A high-quality label with an appealing design that perfectly matches the packaging creates a harmonious overall product. They also fulfil the labelling requirements stipulated by law in the Food Regulation.
Labelling requirements for dry foods
In order to provide consumers with comprehensive information, a wide range of details must be displayed on the packaging of nuts, dried fruit and other dry foods. For this reason, labels for nuts and dried fruit need to be large enough to convey all the required information in accordance with regulations. Often, especially with smaller packaging, two labels are required: one label on the front for the brand message, product name and quantity, and one label on the back for the various detailed information required by food labelling regulations
Detailed labelling requirements for nuts, dried fruit and legumes:
Detailed labelling requirements for nuts, dried fruit and legumes:
- Product name: It is important to use a clear and unambiguous name, such as ‘almonds’, “hazelnuts” or ‘pine nuts’. Simply stating ‘nuts’ would not be sufficient.
- List of ingredients: as with many other foods, a list of ingredients is also required for mixtures of nuts or dried fruit. All ingredients must be listed in descending order of weight. The exact percentage of the different nuts or dried fruits in the mixture does not have to be stated (but can be added voluntarily).
- Special highlighting of allergens: Ingredients that may cause allergies or intolerances must be clearly marked in the list of ingredients (e.g. in capital letters or bold print) and labelled with an allergen warning. These include many types of nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, cashews, pecans, Brazil nuts, pistachios, macadamia nuts/Queensland nuts) as well as peanuts.
- Additives: such as sulphur dioxide in dried fruit, must be declared if they exceed certain limits (more than 10 mg/kg for sulphur dioxide and sulphites).
- Nutritional information table: Most food packaging, including nuts and dried fruit, must state the energy content in kcal and kJ and the amount per 100 grams of the following nutrients: fat, saturated fatty acids, carbohydrates, sugar, protein, salt.
- Country of origin labelling: Packaged and loose nuts and dried fruit without shells must be labelled with their country of origin; this also applies to sliced or chopped nuts. The labelling requirement for the country of origin of nuts and nut mixtures is regulated by EU Regulation (EU) 2023/2429, which has been in force since 1 January 2025. It also applies to dried fruit, such as apples, apricots, pears and many more. In the case of mixtures, the country of origin must be clearly indicated for each ingredient.
- Manufacturer/distributor: Name and postal address are provided so that consumers can contact the company. An email address and website are not sufficient.
- Net quantity: how much is actually in the product? The net quantity provides this information. It must be clearly visible on the packaging so that consumers can compare the prices of different products, taking into account the net quantity.
- Best before date (BBD): the label must contain the information ‘best before ...’. The date format is determined by the shelf life. For nuts and dried fruit, the shelf life is usually 3 to 18 months, for which the date format ‘month and year’ is prescribed. As a rule, the best before date is only printed close to production, during filling/packaging. Our digitally printed nut labels, in combination with the matt protective coating or matt laminating film finish, are ideal for reprinting with thermal transfer printers.
- Lot identification / batch number: The lot number, a freely selectable combination of numbers and/or letters, is determined by the manufacturer and enables traceability back to the production batch.
- Storage information: For dried fruit, storage information (e.g. ‘Store in a dry place away from light’) may be required.
Which material is right for your labelling for dry foods?
Depending on the surface/material and shape of the packaging, different label properties may be required (label material and adhesive strength).
Nuts and dried fruit are packaged in different types of packaging:
- Folded paper bags, with or without a window
- Doypacks (stand-up pouches): flexible packaging made of paper or film that stands upright thanks to a special base.
- Ready-made bags made of plastic film, usually PE or PP, which are sealed with clips or labels. These can be transparent or opaque.
- Tubular bags made of transparent film, which are sealed during packaging and shaped and sized.
- Cardboard or plastic trays sealed in film
Labels are suitable for all types of packaging.
Paper or film labels can be used. The often uneven surfaces require flexible label materials that adhere particularly well. Especially in the case of film packaging, it makes sense to use film labels made of the same material so that the packaging can be recycled separately.
It all comes down to the adhesive!
The important thing with all packaging for nuts and dried fruit is that the labels must adhere securely to the packaging so that the legally required labelling remains intact until it reaches the consumer. And, of course, labels that remain attractive over time are also an important signal to consumers that this is a high-quality product.
Filling packaging with nuts and dried fruit can be a dusty business, so it is important that the labels adhere immediately and strongly to the packaging, especially in automatic filling processes.
Highest quality right from the start. Short distances to the label.
We use adhesive material from our own production for the production of digitally printed roll labels. It is manufactured on one of the best coating lines in the world, located in close proximity to the label production facility. Our experts in development and application technology ensure that the adhesive properties are ideally suited to the application.
What is important when it comes to labels for nuts and dried fruit?
- Different packaging materials, many different varieties, different packaging sizes – labels are the flexible solution for all requirements.
- Adhesive labels for nuts and dried fruit must adhere securely to different packaging materials so that important information, e.g. from the legal labelling requirements, remains permanently on the product, from packaging to sale to the consumer.
- Paper or film labels can be used. With additional finishing (protective coating or lamination), the labels become resistant to dirt, oil and moisture, and the scratch resistance of the print image is increased.
- Many varieties/print images can also be produced particularly economically and flexibly in small and medium runs using digital printing.
The solution: individually printed labels for nuts and dried fruit from HERMA, high quality and matching your packaging
Ordering lots of different printed labels, even in small and medium quantities, is easy with the HERMA online Label Configurator. Individually printed labels are digitally printed on rolls, made from high-quality materials, for your product packaging. Multiple varieties (print layouts) can be produced particularly economically in combined printing. Also ideal for seasonal products and promotions.
Configure labels for nuts and dried fruit online and order immediately.
With our online Label Configurator, you have complete freedom of choice: define your label in the desired quantity. The price is displayed immediately, even for multiple varieties. Now just upload the print data – and your custom-printed labels will be with you in a few days!
- Simple and transparent: enter the properties, number of varieties and quantity. Real-time price display, no hidden costs
- Customised design: freely selectable shape, size, winding and print
- Attractive price: highly automated processes – attractive prices for you!
- Short delivery time: customised labels – delivered to you in just a few days
- Simple ordering process: configure, upload print data, submit order.
Order labels online with just a few clicks!
Step 1: Configure as desired.
Select the desired properties and winding direction on the right. The preview image shows you how your labels are placed on the roll. For this application, we recommend a protective coating or film lamination. Enter the total quantity and number of varieties (print motifs). The price for your labels is displayed in real time. With the BASIC print data check, we check your print data free of charge. If you order the PREMIUM data check, we will correct your print data as far as technically possible and send you a print approval PDF. If there are any errors that we cannot correct, we will contact you.
Step 2: Upload print data, send order
Add your configuration to the shopping basket and proceed to the order overview. After logging in or registering (as a new customer in the shop), you can enter the quantity per print motif/type and upload the appropriate PDF print data.
Please note the instructions for Print data submission
Free shipping within the EU. For delivery outside the EU, these flat shipping rates apply.
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These materials in the Configurator are particularly suitable:
- Paper, matt, permanent adhesive: ideal for paper or cardboard bags and packaging.
- Paper, matt, strong adhesive: ideal for all surfaces, including packaging film and plastic.
- PE film, white, glossy, permanent adhesive: adheres securely even to uneven surfaces. Resistant to dirt, oil and moisture.
These label materials have been tested on a wide variety of surfaces and offer the best adhesive properties. They comply with BfR XIV or FDA 21 CFR 175.105 recommendations for dry and fatty foods.
For this application, we recommend a protective coating or laminating film to make the labels smudge-proof and scratch-resistant. These finishes also offer reliable protection against moisture and dirt. And their matt or glossy appearance adds that special something to your packaging.
If you want to print the best-before date on the labels afterwards using thermal transfer printing during packaging, please choose the matt protective varnish or matt laminating film.
Do you require special formats or other materials? Or closure solutions for bag packaging?
You can order rectangular and round labels in the configurator. If you need special shapes/other label shapes or other materials, we will be happy to provide you with a customised quote.
We are also happy to produce closure labels for you that are easy for consumers to open, can be re-sealed multiple times and thus keep the contents fresh for longer. Find out more on our solutions pages.
For flour and semolina packages: Re-sealable labels with flap
Digitalprinted labels & closure labels for tubular bags
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What makes HERMA labels for nuts and dried fruit so special?
- They adhere firmly and securely to all surfaces, even in dusty filling conditions.
- High-quality paper or film materials that comply with food regulations (low migration).
- Finishes (protective coating or lamination) offer additional protection against contamination and make the print smudge-proof and scratch-resistant.
- Order quickly and easily online using the configurator. Economically produced at attractive prices, even for a wide variety of products and in small and medium runs.
Digitally printed roll labels in other food applications
Of course, the Configurator can also be used to configure other labels and order them online.
- Glass labels for many different foods
Jars of jam, fruit spread, mustard, pesto, dip, sauces, apple sauce, vegan spreads, ready meals in jars, spices in jars and much more - with glass labels from HERMA, you can create a customised, high-quality product. - Labels for olive oil and vinegar labels
Find out how robust yet supple HERMA film materials meet the requirements of oil and vinegar labels with flying colours. - Honey labels
High-quality labels that highlight the character of the delicious contents – find out more at ‘Have honey labels printed individually’. - Coffee and tea labels
Find out more about coffee and tea labels and HERMA's solutions for bag packaging of all kinds. - Spice labels
Whether in bags, jars or metal tins: discover HERMA's labelling solutions for spice packaging. - Jam jar labels
A typical application for labels on glass - with a labelling material that also works perfectly when the contents are hot-filled. Find out more on ‘Customised labels for jam jars‘
We would be happy to advise you on these applications.
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