The Sayer date, also known as the Estamaran date, is one of the best-selling dates in Iran, mainly grown in the province of Khuzestan and the southern cities of Iran.
Sayer dates are classified as semi-dry dates with low moisture content (less than 18%). This makes the storage conditions for these dates easy, allowing them to be stored for a longer period. These dates can be stored in covered warehouses at room temperature for about 15 months without any particular problems. This aspect has made it easier to export. Sayer dates outside of Iran, with approximately 45% of Iran’s exported dates consisting of Sayer dates.
The Sayer date is oval in shape and has a dark brown color, sometimes tending towards black and red. These dates come in three sizes: large, medium, and small. Depending on weather conditions, they may have different flavors, and the amount of juice in Sayer dates is lower compared to other varieties.
Sayer dates are known for their high nutritional value and are recommended as one of the best date varieties, especially for children, as a healthy snack. The magnesium in this date is very effective as a food-digesting agent for people with digestive problems, and the iron in Sayer dates is also very useful for individuals with anemia.
The quality of Sayer dates is divided into the following categories:
Pitted or unpitted, all the above items can be provided.
Sayer Dates are packed in 10-kg cartons according to the customer’s order.
These dates are easy to transport, Even in simple containers without refrigeration. They can be transported over long distances or stored easily.
Due to their popularity in the international market, Sayer dates account for approximately 40% of Iranian date exports.
| Feature | Specification | type | Semi-dry Iranian date |
|---|---|
| color | Brown to Dark Brown |
| shape | Long Oval |
| size | 2.5 cm – 4.5 cm |
| Moisture Content | Under 16-18 % |
| Shelf Life | 24 months after production |
| Harvest Season | September to October |
| Aroma | Naturally dates aroma without foreign odor |
| Additives | No chemical or artificial additives |
| GMO Status | GMO Free |
| Gluten Status | Gluten Free |
| Packing Size | 5kg and 10kg |
| OEM Service | Available |