Iranian dried figs is a unique variety of figs in the world because of its color and size. Iranian figs come from Estahban valley that located in the center of Iran. Estahban valley known as the greatest land in the world for producing dried figs by FAO. Fig thrive in Estahban hot day summer sun without any irrigation. No chemical materials and hormones are used in growing this product, Consequently, the figs are organic and natural production.
Iranian Dried figs are classified into two main groups, open mouth (101) and closed mouth and each type can be subdivided into two to three types again.
Open mouth Dried Figs – grade A (101): 60% open mouth, yellow color, small size (14mm to 22mm)
Open Mouth Dried Figs Grade 101 A Specifications
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Size | about 14 to 22mm |
| Color | white to slightly yellow |
| Flavor | Naturally sweet Fig’s taste without foreign taste |
| Smell | Typical Fig’s aroma without foreign odor |
| Moisture | 10-12% |
| Chemical/Artificial additives | Pasteurized, Non-GMO, SULFITE FREE, GLUTEN-FREE, DAIRY FREE, NUT-FREE Halal, Kosher and made without any fillers, preservatives or artificial ingredients. |
| Shelf life and Storage condition | 18 months, Keep in cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight |
| Applications/Scope | Direct Consumption - Ingredient |
| Harvesting Time | September & October |
| Bulk Packing | - |
| Consumer Packing | - |
| Origin | Iran |
