Hotan Red Dates Special Grade

1. Product Characteristics

Grade I Hotan red dates is grown in Hetian, Xinjiang, and belongs to the large-fruited red dates variety. The fruit is obovate in shape, wider at the base and narrower at the top, with a full and uniform appearance. The skin is smooth and glossy, deep red in colour, with few wrinkles. The pit is slender and separates easily from the flesh. The flesh is thick, firm, and elastic, with a rich red dates aroma and a sweet, mellow taste. There is no noticeable sour or astringent aftertaste.

After drying, Grade I Hotan red dates retains its thick flesh without becoming shrivelled. The fruits are uniform in size, with a prominent large-fruited character.

Specifications

3. Uses

With its large size and thick flesh, Grade I Hotan red dates is suited for applications where fruit integrity and product quality are important, offering a clear differentiation from walnut products.

Ready to eat: Grade I Hotan red dates has thick, dense flesh with a soft, elastic texture, high sweetness, and strong red dates aroma. No washing is required – it can be eaten straight from the bag. Suitable as a daily healthy snack for office and home settings.

Soups and stews: The thick flesh holds up well during cooking without breaking apart. Suitable for stewed dishes such as red date chicken soup, red date and snow fungus soup, and red date porridge, releasing full red dates aroma and sweetness into the broth.

Tea and wine infusion: The whole fruit maintains its shape well after soaking. Suitable for health teas such as red date and goji berry tea or red date and longan tea. Also suitable for making red date wine, where the red dates flavour blends well with the alcohol.

Pastry fillings: The thick flesh is suitable for use in mooncake fillings, red dates paste cakes, and red dates buns. The resulting paste is smooth, fine, and rich in flavour.

4. Usage Scenarios

Grade I Hotan red dates is suitable for scenarios where fruit integrity and product grade are important.

Retail: With its large size and good appearance, Grade I Hotan red dates is suitable for bulk or pre-packaged retail on supermarket shelves. The large-fruited characteristic is easily recognisable and appeals to consumers.

Gift market: The deep red, glossy appearance and uniform, full shape make it suitable for gift box packaging for festive gifting, corporate welfare, and business gifts.

Catering and health food: Suitable for stews, porridge, and tea infusions – ideal for health-conscious restaurants, confinement centres, and herbal cuisine establishments.

Bakeries and pastry companies: The thick flesh is suitable for making red dates paste fillings for mooncake and pastry factories in bulk quantities.

5. Material (Origin & Raw Material)

Produced in Hetian, Xinjiang. Hetian is located in the premium fruit-growing belt at 41°N latitude, with ample annual sunshine, large day-night temperature differences, irrigation from Tianshan snowmelt, and sandy loam soil. The Hotan red dates variety originated in Taigu, Shanxi. After being introduced to Xinjiang, it developed its large size, thick flesh, thin skin, small pit, and high sweetness due to the unique climate and soil conditions.

Grade I Hotan red dates is sourced from high-quality Hotan red dates raw materials in the Hetian production area and strictly graded according to the Grade I standard. The harvest season is concentrated from September to November, with fruits harvested after full maturity to ensure flesh fullness and sugar accumulation.

6. Production Process

After harvest, the red datess are graded by size and quality. Grade I Hotan red dates must meet requirements for full shape and uniform fruit size. After grading, cleaning, drying, and other processing are provided according to customer requirements. Standardised quality control is applied throughout the process to ensure the fruits remain intact, free from damage and mould.

7. Quality Control

Raw material sourcing: High-quality Hotan red dates from Hetian, Xinjiang.

Grading: Strict implementation of Grade I standards; full shape and uniform size.

Appearance sorting: Removal of cracked, mouldy, underripe, and insect-damaged fruits.

Defect rate control: Defective fruits kept to a low level.

Final inspection: Shape, colour, and impurities checked.

8. Packaging & Shipping

Packaging: Standard export packaging uses cartons or composite bags with food-grade moisture-proof liners to ensure protection against moisture, pressure, and pests 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. red dates products are shelf-stable, resistant to damage, and 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.

After-sales response: Dedicated after-sales support with response within 24 hours of feedback.

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 Xinjiang Aksu plantation bases, with raw materials traceable to specific production areas

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

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 red dates products?

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

Q4: Can I get a sample?

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