Teams with a freezer at work
A freezer that can maintain the temperature stated on the packaging is essential for keeping ice lollies to share at work. The DGCCRF also reminds consumers that the cold chain must be maintained during transport.
Who might this stock-up suit?
People keeping an eye on sugar and ingredients
The exact claim, nutritional information, ingredients list and any sweeteners can help you compare recipes rather than relying on the phrase ‘sugar-free’.
People organising a shared stock-up
When choosing a box to share, the number of lollies, the space available in the freezer and the allergen information for each recipe matter just as much as the pack size.
What should you check before buying?
First, check that the ice lollies can stay frozen during the journey and at work, then look at the nutritional claim and the box size.
| Criterion | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Storage at work | Temperature stated on the packaging; transport and available space in a suitable freezer. | If you’re sharing ice lollies at work, you need to be able to transport and store them without breaking the cold chain. Around 38% of consumers put this storage requirement first. |
| Sugar claim and ingredients | Exact wording: ‘sugar-free’ or ‘no added sugar’; nutritional information, ingredients and any sweeteners. | If you’re specifically looking to limit sugar, the claim and ingredients for each recipe will guide your choice. This is the top priority for around 38% of consumers. |
| Multipack size | Number of lollies, net weight and the labelling for each recipe in an assortment. | For a shared stock-up, you want enough portions without taking up too much freezer space. Pack size is the main consideration for around 24% of consumers. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Confusing ‘no added sugar’ with ‘sugar-free’
These claims don’t mean the same thing. So, a ‘no added sugar’ search filter won’t, by itself, help you find products labelled ‘sugar-free’.
Check the wording on the packaging of the specific product you’ve chosen, then read its nutritional information and ingredients list.
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Planning to use a biscuit tin for storage
A tin kept at the office won’t keep ice lollies at the storage temperature stated on their packaging. The DGCCRF reminds consumers that a rise in temperature can compromise food quality and safety.
Before stocking up, make sure you have a suitable freezer and can maintain the cold chain during transport.
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Assuming every item in an assortment meets the claim you’re looking for
A pack may contain several recipes, so its format alone won’t tell you the nutritional claim or allergens for each variety.
Check the labelling for each recipe and compare the number of portions with the space available in your freezer.
Brands and retailers to check
Magnum
Magnum’s range in France includes ice lolly sticks, tubs and mini formats.
- The formats shown by the brand make it easy to identify different types of frozen portions.
- If you’re looking for a ‘sugar-free’ or ‘no added sugar’ claim, check the packaging for the specific product.
Carrefour
Carrefour’s ice lolly search results include a ‘No added sugar’ filter.
- This filter can help you narrow your search to products labelled ‘no added sugar’.
- Before choosing a product, check its exact claim, ingredients and storage conditions.
Auchan
Auchan’s ice lolly range includes standard and mini ice lolly sticks.
- These categories make it easier to look for individual portions or an option to share.
- The range alone won’t confirm a recipe’s nutritional claim, so check the specific product.
E.Leclerc
E.Leclerc’s frozen dessert range includes assortments of ice lolly sticks.
- Pack information can help you check how many portions you’ll get.
- For an assortment, check the claims and allergens for each recipe before buying.
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Frequently asked questions
Do ‘sugar-free’ and ‘no added sugar’ mean the same thing?
No, they’re two distinct nutrition claims under the European regulation on nutrition and health claims. When choosing an ice lolly, read the claim on the specific product sold in France rather than interpreting the phrase ‘sugar-free’.
Can you store ice lollies in a biscuit tin at work?
No, an ordinary biscuit tin is no substitute for a freezer. Follow the temperature stated on the packaging and maintain the cold chain during transport, in line with the precautions highlighted by the DGCCRF.
What should you check if an ice lolly contains sweeteners?
Read the ingredients list and nutritional information for the whole recipe. The Anses explains that intense sweeteners are used to provide a sweet taste; their presence doesn’t replace checking the sugar claim and nutritional values.