Dates from India — sourced, graded and export-ready.
Indian dates — Rajasthan Barmer, Khadrawi, soft dried varieties. FSSAI certified.
The arid regions of Rajasthan and Gujarat produce excellent quality soft dates.
Rich in natural sugars, fiber, and essential minerals, our dates are perfect for
natural sweetening, snacking, and festive gifting.
Aethon Overseas supplies dates available as soft dried whole dates, pitted dates, date paste, date syrup. From trial samples to multi-container annual contracts, every lot is cleaned, graded and quality-checked before shipment — with a Certificate of Analysis, phytosanitary certificate and full export documentation included.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|
| Moisture | 15-25% (soft) | Hot air oven method |
| Sugar Content | Minimum 65% | Chemical test |
| Foreign Matter | Maximum 1% | Visual inspection |
| SO2 Content | Max 100ppm (if treated) | Chemical test |
| Pesticide Residue | Below EU MRL limits | Multi-residue testing |
Nutritional Information
Typical values per 100 g, edible portion — sourced from USDA FoodData Central and the Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN, 2017). Lot-specific values are documented on the NABL-accredited Certificate of Analysis shipped with every consignment.
Macronutrients
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Energy | 282 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Total Fat | 0.4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 75 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 8 g |
| Sugars | 63.4 g |
Minerals
| Mineral | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Calcium (Ca) | 39 mg |
| Iron (Fe) | 1 mg |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 43 mg |
| Phosphorus (P) | 62 mg |
| Potassium (K) | 656 mg |
| Sodium (Na) | 2 mg |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.3 mg |
Vitamins
| Vitamin | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 µg RAE |
| Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) | 0.4 mg |
| Vitamin E (alpha-toco) | 0.05 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.7 µg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.05 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.06 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.6 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16 mg |
| Folate | 15 µg |
Functional / Quality Markers
| Marker | Typical value / range |
|---|
| Sugars (glucose + fructose) | 63% |
| Polyphenols | High |
References: USDA FoodData Central · Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN 2017) · category-specific industry quality benchmarks. Values vary by variety, growing region, season and processing — request a per-lot COA for actual shipment values.
Available Forms & Variants
- Soft Dried Whole Dates: Natural sweet & soft
- Pitted Dates: Seedless for baking
- Date Paste: Natural sweetener
- Date Syrup: Liquid sweetener
Uses & Applications
- Retail packs
- Festive gifting
- Stuffed dates
- Date rolls
- Energy bars
- Chocolates
- Natural sweetener
- Diabetic-friendly treats
- Nutritional supplements
- Cakes and muffins
- Cookies
- Bread fillings
Packaging & Shipping
| Pack Type | Sizes Available | MOQ |
|---|
| Carton Boxes | 5kg, 10kg | 500kg |
| Retail Packs | 500g, 1kg | 1000 units |
| Bulk Paste | 20kg buckets | 200kg |
- Air Freight: 3–7 days
worldwide
- Sea Freight (FCL): 15–35
days
- Incoterms: FOB,
CIF, EXW available
- Port of Loading: Mundra
/ JNPT / Nhava Sheva
- Documentation: All export documentation included
Quality Assurance & Documentation
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) — NABL-accredited lab testing per batch
- Phytosanitary Certificate — Issued by Plant Quarantine, Govt. of India
- APEDA Registration — Mandatory agri export certification
- FSSAI License — Indian food safety compliance
- Fumigation Certificate — ISPM-15 compliant wooden packaging
Indicative Pricing & Lead Time
| Grade / Form | MOQ | Indicative FOB | Lead Time |
|---|
| Trial sample | Small sample | Free + freight at cost | 5–7 days |
| Standard grade | 1 MT / 1 container | USD on request | 2–3 weeks |
| Premium grade | 1 MT / 1 container | USD on request | 2–3 weeks |
| Bulk container (FCL) | 10–25 MT | Volume discount | 3–4 weeks |
| Annual contract | Multi-container/year | Negotiated pricing | Multi-shipment schedule |
Lab-Tested
