A few words about
Mazafati dates
Mazafati dates are one of the tastiest and heartiest types of dates in the world. Its color is black, its skin is thin and attached to its flesh. The higher the quality of the date, the blacker its color and the more its skin sticks to its flesh.
Size and grades
Its approximate size is between 2.5 and 4 cm. This date is divided into two main grades A and B based on the amount of moisture. Grade A dates (A and A+) are placed in retail packages of 450 g to 600 g, and there are 12 of these retail boxes in a main carton. The weight of the main cartons varies between 6.8 to 8 Kg depending on the moisture percentage, which is one of the criterias for measuring the quality of grade A.
Grade A and A+
Grade A+ dates weight is between 7.2 and 7.8 and grade A dates weight is between 6.8 and 7.2. Grade A mazafati date moisture is more than 24%. These dates have high moisture, and for this reason, they are classified as wet dates, and a refrigerated container must be used for their transportation.
Grade B and B+
B+ date is a date which its humidity is somewhat similar to grade A date and its size is slightly smaller. Grade B dates have lower humidity in comparison with grade A (less than 24%) and are considered as semi-dry dates. These dates are supplied in main cartons weighing 5 Kg
Characteristics and Specifications
Date Color:
Deep Black, Light Black
Grades:
A+ , A , B+ , B
Shape:
Oval
Smell:
Natural
Size:
2.5 – 4.5 cm
Humidity:
16 – 35 %
Shelf Life:
1 year (It varies according to the maintenance conditions.)
Packing Size:
5Kg, 500g, 550g, 600g
Harvesting Time:
Mid September
Chemical/Artificial additives:
Can be polished with edible oils, according to order
OEM:
Acceptable