DESCRIPTION
Dates are the product prepared from sound fruit of the date tree (Phoenix dactylifera L.), which fruit:
(a) is harvested at the appropriate stage of maturity;
(b) is sorted and cleaned to remove defective fruit and extraneous material;
(c) may be pitted and capped;
(d) may be dried or hydrated to adjust moisture content;
(e) may be washed and/or pasteurized; and
(f) is packaged in suitable containers to assure preservation and protection of the product.
2 Varietal Types
Varietal types are classified as:
(a) Cane sugar varieties (containing mainly sucrose) such as Daglat Nuur (Deglet Noor) and Daglat Beidha (Deglet Beidha).
(b) Invert Sugar varieties (containing mainly invert sugar – glucose, and fructose) such as Barhi (Barhee), Saiidi (Saidy), Khadhraawi (Khadrawy), Hallaawi (Halawy), Zahdi (Zahidi), and Sayir (Sayer).
2.3 Styles may be classified as:
(a) unpitted; and (b) pitted.
2.4 Sub-styles are as follows:
(a) Pressed – dates which are compressed into layers using mechanical force.
(b) Unpressed or Loose – dates which are free-flowing or packaged without mechanical force or compression.
(c) Clusters – dates with the main bunch stem attached.
Types are as follows :
Dried dates: a ripe date which moisture rate below 15%
Semi Dried dates: a ripe date with the moisture rate between 15% and 18%
Fresh date (Wet) : a ripe date with the moisture rate between 18% and 35%
Size Classification (Optional)
Dates may be designated as to size names in accordance with the following charts:
- Unpitted dates
Size | No. of dates in 500 g |
Small | More than 100 |
Medium | 80 to 100 |
Large | less than 80 |
- Pitted dates
Size | No. of dates in 500 g |
Small | More than 110 |
Medium | 90 to 110 |
Large | less than 90 |
As one of the reputable international suppliers and exporters of dates, we are ready to provide you with the necessary advice in this field and provide you with the best product using the network of domestic producers.
Persian dates are available in different sizes and types. This product is rich in potassium and iron and is also a rich source of antioxidants and minerals. RST dates are available in different packages and in bulk for every consumption.
- Piarom dates
- Kabkab dates
- Mazafati ( Kimia) dates
- Shahani dates
- Zahedi dates
- Lulu dates
- Khasooee dates
- Rabi dates
- Sayer dates (Estamaran)
- Kalooteh dates
Dates are a sweet product and fall into the category of dried fruits. After consuming Iranian dates, be sure that you will soon replace it with harmful snacks.
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