Hosts who care about Fairtrade certification
You want to find Fairtrade / Max Havelaar certification on the product you choose, without confusing it with another cocoa certification.
Who is this guide for?
Hosts planning a tasty drinks spread
You’re looking for a box with enough lollies for your guests and want to compare the flavours and recipes of each variety.
Hosts who take allergies seriously
You need to check the ingredients and possible trace warnings for each product before serving a selection to guests with allergies.
What should you check before buying?
If Fairtrade / Max Havelaar certification is a must-have, start by checking the label on the exact product. Then compare the pack size and flavours, without letting those details take priority over the allergen information your guests need.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Fairtrade certification | Look for the Fairtrade / Max Havelaar logo or claim on the packaging or product listing for the exact item. Don’t confuse it with a Rainforest Alliance claim. | I want to serve a chocolate ice cream lolly with the specific Fairtrade certification I’m looking for, rather than another cocoa certification. Around 42% of consumers would make this their priority. |
| Pack size and flavours | Compare the number of lollies and the flavours in each box with the number of guests. | If I’m serving several friends, I want enough lollies and flavours they’ll enjoy. Around 33% of consumers would make this their priority. |
| Allergens and traces | Check the ingredients, listed allergens and ‘may contain’ statements for each variety you’re serving. | If a guest has an allergy, I need to be able to check the exact product before offering it to them. Around 25% of consumers would put this check first. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Confusing two cocoa certifications
Magnum France says the cocoa in Classic x4 is Rainforest Alliance certified under a mass balance system. This does not mean that the lolly carries the Fairtrade / Max Havelaar certification.
If Fairtrade is your deciding factor, look for this certification on the packaging or product listing for the exact item.
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Going by the box weight without counting the lollies
The number of lollies affects how easily you can serve a group: Carrefour France listings include a box of 12 Classic’ lollies and a box of 4 Extra almond lollies.
Count your guests, then compare the number of lollies and the flavours before choosing a selection.
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Overlooking a ‘may contain’ statement
A flavour with no visible nut pieces may still carry a trace warning. For example, Magnum France says that Classic x4 may contain several types of nuts.
If someone has an allergy, check the packaging for the exact product. If you’re unsure whether it’s suitable, don’t offer it to that person.
Brands and retailers to consider
These brands and retailers give you product details and pack sizes to compare. Their inclusion here does not confirm that any specific ice cream lolly carries Fairtrade / Max Havelaar certification.
Magnum
A chocolate-coated ice cream brand whose product listings can help you check recipes and allergens.
- Magnum France lists the allergens in Classic x4 and states that its Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa is used under a mass balance system.
- This information does not confirm Fairtrade / Max Havelaar certification for Classic x4.
Carrefour
A retailer offering boxes of 4 and 12 ice cream lollies, which you can compare depending on the size of your group.
- Carrefour France listings give details of the ingredients and allergens in its Extra almond and Classic’ chocolate and vanilla varieties.
- The Extra product mentioned contains almonds. Be sure to check the ingredients and trace warnings for every other variety you’re considering, too.
Auchan
A retailer with a range of ice cream lollies from different brands, as well as Auchan own-brand products.
- The pack sizes and flavours listed by Auchan France give you options to compare when serving a group.
- If you specifically need Fairtrade / Max Havelaar certification, check the label on the exact product rather than relying on its category page.
Lidl
A retailer that lists Fairtrade / Max Havelaar among the certifications that apply to some of its products.
- Lidl France includes cocoa among the products that may carry this certification.
- The retailer’s certification policy does not confirm that a particular ice cream lolly carries the label. Check its packaging.
Aldi
A retailer offering frozen desserts and ice cream lollies, including products under the Mucci brand.
- Aldi France lists Mucci boxes of 12 mini lollies and 4 double-coated lollies, among other products.
- Check the recipe and any certification you’re looking for on the exact product before choosing it for your drinks spread.
Joybuy products
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Frequently asked questions
Does Rainforest Alliance mean Fairtrade / Max Havelaar?
No, these are two separate certifications. Magnum France says that the cocoa in Classic x4 is Rainforest Alliance certified under a mass balance system. If you require Fairtrade / Max Havelaar, look specifically for that certification on the product you’re buying.
What should you check before serving ice cream lollies to guests with allergies?
Read the ingredients, listed allergens and ‘may contain’ statements on the packaging for every variety you’re serving. The European Commission says that allergens used as ingredients must be clearly labelled in the European Union. Trace warnings also need your attention.
Is an ice cream lolly with no almond pieces automatically suitable for someone with a nut allergy?
No. The absence of visible almond pieces doesn’t rule out a trace warning. For example, Magnum France says that Classic x4 may contain several types of nuts. Always check the packaging for the exact product before offering it to the person concerned.
How should you store ice cream lollies until your drinks party?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging until you’re ready to serve them. Carrefour France says its frozen products should be stored at −18 °C and that a defrosted product must not be refrozen.