Who is this choice for?

Shoppers looking for both organic and Fairtrade

You want to distinguish organic certification from Fairtrade certification, then identify which ingredients on the box are covered by the Fairtrade label.

Families keeping an eye on ingredients

You’re choosing a box of ice lollies for several people and need to check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information for each product.

Shoppers comparing different retailers

You’re looking at the brands and ranges available from different retailers, without assuming that a general commitment to cocoa means every ice lolly they sell is certified.

Which criteria should you check?

If you’re looking for both organic and Fairtrade, start by checking the two marks on the box. Then look at the recipe and the information specific to the format you’ve chosen.

Criterion What to check Who it matters to
Dual certification Look for the organic logo and the Fairtrade/Max Havelaar label separately, then read the details about which ingredients are certified. I want a chocolate ice lolly that meets both my criteria, without confusing the labels. Around 50% of consumers prioritise checking both.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients list and check which allergens are highlighted; compare nutritional information per 100 g or 100 ml. If ingredients are my household’s top priority, certification doesn’t replace checking each recipe. This is the main priority for around 33% of consumers.
Availability and format Check which box is available at your local shop or for your online grocery order, along with its net weight and number of lollies. I’m mainly looking for a product I can actually find in the format I want. Around 17% of consumers put this need first.

Things to avoid confusing

  • Confusing the organic logo with a Fairtrade label

    The organic logo and the Fairtrade/Max Havelaar label relate to different criteria. So a box marked organic does not, by itself, meet a Fairtrade requirement.

    If both criteria are essential to you, look for both marks on the product you choose.

  • Assuming every ingredient in an ice lolly is Fairtrade

    For a product made with several ingredients, read the label alongside the details about which ingredients it covers. Don’t assume it applies to the entire recipe without checking.

    Check the back of the box to find out which ingredients are certified and read the traceability information.

  • Equating Rainforest Alliance with Fairtrade

    A Rainforest Alliance mark or a commitment announced by a retailer doesn’t prove that the ice lolly you’ve chosen carries the Fairtrade/Max Havelaar label.

    Check the exact name of the label on every box, even if you’re already familiar with the brand.

Brands and retailers to consider

These brands and retailers offer options to compare when shopping for ice lollies. Check the label on each product to confirm whether it meets your criteria.

Magnum

Worth considering if you’re comparing the different claims made about the cocoa used in ice lollies.

  • Magnum France says it sources cocoa and vanilla from Rainforest Alliance-certified farms.
  • This statement doesn’t mean that a Magnum product is Fairtrade/Max Havelaar certified. Check the packaging if this label is important to you.

Carrefour

A retailer where you can compare the features of ice lollies in the frozen food aisle.

  • Carrefour France lists Alnatura organic ice lollies among its online range.
  • The organic mark doesn’t confirm Fairtrade certification. Check the labels on the box available at your local shop or for your online grocery order.

Lidl

A retailer whose communications about cocoa can help you decide what to look for on a specific product.

  • In 2020, Lidl France shared information about cocoa certification for its own-brand products under various schemes.
  • This information doesn’t automatically mean that a specific ice lolly is organic or Fairtrade today. You’ll still need to check the packaging.

ALDI / MUCCI

The MUCCI range is worth including when comparing ice creams and sorbets, based on the information shown on each product.

  • ALDI France lists MUCCI products made with Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa.
  • This claim doesn’t prove that a particular box carries the Fairtrade/Max Havelaar label or is organic certified.

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Frequently asked questions

Is an organic ice lolly automatically Fairtrade?

No. Agence Bio describes the organic logo, while Fairtrade / Max Havelaar France uses a separate label. If you require both, look for each mark on the box.

What should you check on the Fairtrade label of an ice lolly made with several ingredients?

Check which ingredients are covered by the certification and read the traceability details on the back of the box. Without checking this information, you shouldn’t assume that the label on an ice lolly made with several ingredients certifies every ingredient.

Is Rainforest Alliance enough if I’m looking for Fairtrade?

No. Look specifically for the Fairtrade/Max Havelaar label on the ice lolly you choose. Magnum France, for example, says it sources from Rainforest Alliance-certified farms, but that alone doesn’t mean its products are Fairtrade.

How can I compare the ingredients in two boxes?

Read the ingredients lists and compare the nutritional information on the same basis, per 100 g or per 100 ml. The DGCCRF says that presenting information this way makes comparisons easier. Also check the allergens in each recipe.

Where can I find allergen information on a prepacked ice lolly?

Check the ingredients list on the box. According to the DGCCRF, allergenic ingredients must be highlighted there. Check every flavour or recipe, even within a brand you know well.