Regular Apple Rings

1. Product Characteristics

Standard apple rings are produced in Shaanxi using high-quality apples sourced from the region, processed through peeling, coring, slicing, sulphuring, and drying. The apple rings are complete ring-shaped slices with a whole ring rate of no less than 80%, regular and uniform shape, and even thickness. The colour ranges from light yellow to pale golden, with good uniformity achieved through the sulphuring process. The rings are moderately dried with a chewy texture, offering a balanced sweet and sour taste with a clean apple flavour.

Specifications

3. Uses

With its uniform colour, extended shelf life, and cost-effective positioning as core advantages, sulphured apple rings are suited for bulk processing, food manufacturing, and ingredient applications, offering a clear differentiation from premium sulphure-free apple rings.

Baking ingredient: Can be chopped or used directly in bread, biscuits, muffins, and other baked goods. The rings can be diced and used as a dried fruit filling, releasing a balanced sweet and sour flavour after baking

Cereal and grain mixes: Can be added directly to muesli, oatmeal, and breakfast cereals to add dried fruit content and texture. Cost-effective for regular ingredient use.

Further processing: Can be used as a raw material for apple sauce, apple fillings, and apple granules, or diced for use in energy bars and protein bars.

Tea blending: Suitable for fruit tea and herbal tea blends. The rings absorb water and expand during steeping.

4. Usage Scenarios

Sulphured apple rings are suitable for various scenarios where cost control, colour uniformity, and bulk supply are important.

Food processing companies: Bulk purchased as a dried fruit ingredient for bread, biscuits, cereals, and other products. The sulphuring treatment ensures consistent colour and extended shelf life, making it suitable for large-scale standardised production.

Bakeries: Used as a dried fruit addition for in-house bread, cakes, muffins, and other products. Diced and added to batter or dough to enhance flavour and texture.

Breakfast cereal companies: Used as a dried fruit ingredient for muesli, oatmeal, and mixed grain products. Cost-effective and suitable as a stable supply for regular ingredients.

Hotels and catering: Used for breakfast cereal pairings and dessert preparation, meeting daily production needs.

5. Material (Origin & Raw Material)

Produced in Shaanxi. Shaanxi is located in the Loess Plateau apple-growing region, with ample sunshine and large day-night temperature differences. It is one of China's core apple-producing areas. Shaanxi apples are known for their fine flesh and balanced sweet and sour taste, making them a good raw material for apple rings.

Standard apple rings use apples from the Shaanxi production area, harvested after full maturity. No special colour treatment is applied during processing, and the product retains the natural appearance of dried apples.

6. Production Process

After washing, the raw apples are peeled, cored, and cut into ring-shaped slices of uniform thickness. The slices then undergo sulphuring treatment (using sulphur dioxide or sulphite-based agents) to preserve colour, extend shelf life, and maintain product consistency. After treatment, the slices are dried to reduce moisture content to an appropriate level while preserving the apple flavour. After drying, the rings are graded to remove broken pieces and irregular rings, ensuring the whole ring rate is no less than 80%.

7. Quality Control

Raw material sourcing: High-quality apples from Shaanxi.

Thickness control: Uniform and moderate slice thickness.

Sulphuring control: Consistent treatment to ensure uniform colour and effective preservation.

Whole ring sorting: Removal of broken pieces and irregular rings; whole ring rate ≥80%.

Final inspection: Whole ring rate, colour, slice integrity, and other indicators checked.

8. Packaging & Shipping

Packaging: Standard export packaging uses food-grade cartons or composite bags with moisture-proof liners to ensure protection against moisture, pressure, and breakage during transit. Custom packaging is available upon request, including small household packs, retail packs, and premium gift boxes. All packaging materials comply with food contact material safety standards.

Shipping: Sea freight, air freight, and rail transport are all available, with delivery to major domestic ports and overseas destinations. Shipments are made directly from the place of origin, with full traceability throughout the logistics chain to ensure safe and on-time delivery. Apple rings have low moisture content and good shelf stability, making them well-suited for long-distance transport.

9. Delivery & Samples

Sample Service: Free samples are available and can be sent to your designated address. You are welcome to conduct your own inspections before placing an order. Samples are randomly selected from actual stock to ensure they match the batch shipment.

Lead Time: Orders are normally dispatched within 3–5 working days after confirmation. Large orders can be scheduled by negotiation. LCL consolidation is supported to accommodate mixed orders and flexible purchasing needs.

MOQ: Flexible order quantities – both small trial orders and bulk custom orders are welcome, negotiable based on actual requirements.

10. After-Sales Service

End-to-end follow-up: A dedicated representative will track your order from placement to delivery, providing real-time updates on shipping status.

Quality guarantee: If any quality issues are confirmed upon verification, returns or replacements will be negotiated.

Quick response: Responses to any feedback or issues are provided within 24 hours.

Long-term partnership: Stable quality and sufficient supply throughout the year, with consistent availability in both peak and off-peak seasons.

11. Certifications & Compliance

Qualified for export commodity inspection, with full support for customs declaration and clearance

Products sourced from high-quality apple plantation bases in Shaanxi, with raw materials traceable to specific production areas

Certificates of Origin, quality inspection reports, health certificates, and other documents available upon request

Sulphur-free products can be provided with a sulphur-free processing certificate, supporting clean-label requirements

12.Exhibitions

13. FAQ

Q1: What is the minimum order quantity?

A: Flexible order quantities are supported – specifics can be negotiated.

Q2: Do you offer custom packaging and OEM services?

A: Yes. Packaging specifications, brand labels, and other customisations are available – feel free to discuss your requirements.

Q3: What is the shelf life of apple rings?

A: 12 months. Products should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, protected from moisture.

Q4: Can I get a sample?

A: Yes, samples are provided free of charge – you only need to cover the shipping cost.

Q5: What is the difference between sulphur-free and standard apple rings?

A: Sulphur-free apple rings are processed without sulphur or other bleaching agents. They have a natural light amber colour, with an ingredient list containing only apples, meeting clean-label and natural food trends. Standard apple rings undergo no special colour treatment, appearing light brown to yellowish-brown, and are positioned as a more economical, practical option.