Egyptian Zaghlool Palm Dates

Zaghlool Dates Export Specifications

1. Variety & Grade

• Variety: Zaghlool (fresh, semi-soft, red-colored dates).

• Grade: Class I or Class II (depending on uniformity & quality).

2. Size & Weight

• Fruit length: 4 – 6 cm.

• Diameter: 2 – 3 cm.

• Average weight per fruit: 15 – 25 grams.

• Packing weight: 5 kg or 10 kg cartons (commonly used for exports).

3. Quality Requirements

• Fresh, ripe red color (deep maroon to crimson).

• Free from pests, decay, sunburn, and physical damage.

• Moisture content: 30 – 35% (not too dry, not too wet).

• Uniform size and maturity in each carton.

4. Packaging

• Export cartons: Corrugated carton boxes (ventilated).

• Standard weights: 5 kg, 8 kg, 10 kg.

• Lined with food-grade plastic to preserve freshness.

• Branding & labeling: Exporter’s logo, product details, country of origin, production & expiry dates.

5. Storage & Shipping

• Temperature: 0°C to 5°C.

• Relative Humidity: 90–95% (to maintain freshness).

• Shelf life: 10 – 14 days (since Zaghlool is a fresh, highly perishable date).

• Transport: Refrigerated containers (reefers).

6. Market Notes

• Popular in Arab Gulf countries (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman).

• Export season: August – September (harvest season in Egypt).