Iranian Dried Apricot

What Is Dried Apricot?

Dried apricot, a fresh delight in the world of snacks and treats. This fruit with its delicious flavor, distinguished from other fruits, is an attractive source of energy and nutrients. Dissolving all the water in this fresh fruit and drying it provides us with a new and different pleasure.

Dried apricot is not just a dried fruit; it is a way to promote health and boost energy with its high levels of fiber, potassium, vitamin A, and iron. Using dried apricots in making desserts, snacks, or even daily treats will be a different and enjoyable experience.

What are the benefits of Dried Apricots?

Dried apricots have numerous health benefits. These dried fruits are rich in fiber, which helps improve digestive function and prevent constipation.

They also contain a significant amount of potassium, which plays an important role in regulating blood pressure and maintaining heart health.

The vitamin A in dried apricots is essential for improving vision and maintaining healthy skin. The iron in these dried fruits helps increase energy levels and prevent anemia.

Additionally, dried apricots are a natural source of antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress and strengthen the immune system

Apricot Nutrition Fact (100 gr)

Production Method of Dried Apricots

Dried apricots are produced in two ways: traditional and industrial.

The traditional method (unsulfured apricot), which uses sunlight, results in dried apricots with a darker color, known in the market as “black apricots.”

In contrast, the industrial method produces apricots with a more golden color and higher product quality, with the only difference being the moisture content.

The steps for producing dried apricots are as follows:

First, the fruit is harvested.
The large fruits are separated and transported to the factory.
In the factory, the fruits are first washed and then cut into two halves.
The inner part of the fruit should face upward.
The apricots are then fumigated with sulfur dioxide (maximum 2000 ppm).
They are placed in the sun to dry and then passed through an X-ray scanner to remove materials like glass and stones.
Finally, they pass through a metal detector to ensure any metal present in the dried apricots is removed.

Harvest time of Dried Apricot: The harvest time for apricots in Iran varies from early June to mid-August, depending on the geographical region.

Dried Apricot size:

Dried apricots are usually produced and offered in various sizes. These sizes may vary depending on the producer and the type of usage, but there are several standard sizes that are generally found in markets.

Large Size: Dried apricots in larger sizes have the greatest dimensions and weight. These apricots are typically used for eating as a snack, cooking, and decorations.
Medium Size: These apricots are smaller than large ones but larger than small ones. They are also suitable for eating and for use in cooking and making desserts.
Small Size: Small-sized dried apricots are mainly used in items such as trail mixes, baking, and decorations.

There are various standards, and some producers may use different sizes and names for dried apricots, but these sizes mentioned are commonly used in the industry.

Wholesaler & Supplier of Dried Apricot

Arah Company, as a well-known supplier of dried fruit and nuts, relies on its reliable supply chain to consistently offer the highest quality dried apricots at competitive wholesale prices to its customers.

Also, We are on of the best dried apricot exporter and have a rich history in apricot export. We have always been a consultant to our customers and are proud to be a supplier to hundreds of people around the world.

We don’t think only about profit and we always insist on quality and sustainability.

For more information and technical specifications of our dried apricots, please contact us, Our powerful team is always ready to respond.