Khalas dates wholesale covers one of the most consistently well-liked varieties we ship: soft, golden-brown, with a rich caramel character that is generous without being overwhelming. Khalas is the variety buyers choose when they want premium eating quality with fewer of the handling and pricing complications of Medjool. This guide covers grades, organic supply, formats and applications.
What Are Khalas Dates?
Khalas — the name means "quintessence" — is a soft, golden-brown date of medium to large size with smooth skin and a notably clean caramel flavour. It sits between the mild Deglet Noor and the intense Sukkary on the sweetness scale, which is precisely why it has such broad appeal.
For buyers, the practical attraction is balance. Khalas delivers a genuinely premium eating experience, presents well in a window pack, and is easier to handle and price than Medjool. It is a variety that rarely divides opinion.
- Smooth, even appearance — photographs and merchandises well
- Soft but not fragile — more forgiving in handling than Medjool
- Clean caramel flavour — broad consumer appeal, low rejection rate
- Versatile formats — works in retail packs, gifting and bulk alike
A note on naming: you may see Khalas, Khlas or Sayer Khalas in trade documentation. These refer to the same variety or close selections of it. We supply under the Khalas designation.
Organic Khalas Dates
Organic Khalas dates suit the retailer or brand that wants a certified organic premium date without stepping up to organic Medjool pricing — a gap Khalas fills unusually well given its eating quality.
Organic lots are certified under the USDA National Organic Program, with an organic transaction certificate issued for each shipment and complete segregation from conventional fruit at every stage of handling and storage.
Volume is allocated by harvest. If organic Khalas is central to a listing or a seasonal promotion, confirm the requirement early so it can be reserved against your programme.
Grades and Specifications
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Colour | Golden-brown, even |
| Texture | Soft, smooth, not fibrous |
| Flavour | Clean, rich caramel — balanced sweetness |
| Size | Medium to large |
| Format | Whole with pit, pitted on request |
| Retail packs | 400 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 2 kg; gift formats |
| Bulk | 5 kg and 10 kg food-grade cartons |
| Storage | Cool and dry; chilled extends shelf life |
| Certifications | USDA Organic, BRC, IFS Food, Halal, Kosher |
Who Buys Khalas in Bulk
- Premium and mid-premium retail — a strong alternative to Medjool at a more workable price
- Private label — broad consumer appeal makes it a safe own-brand listing
- Gifting and hospitality — the even golden-brown appearance presents well in gift formats
- Specialty and natural-products retail — particularly the organic selection
- Foodservice — hotel, catering and airline programmes
Need pricing on Khalas in bulk? Tell us your volume, grade and destination.
Request a QuoteKhalas Compared With Medjool and Sukkary
| Khalas | Medjool | Sukkary | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweetness | Balanced caramel | Intense caramel | Highest — butterscotch |
| Texture | Soft, smooth | Soft, moist, fibrous | Tender, crumbly |
| Colour | Golden-brown | Dark amber | Golden, light |
| Handling | Forgiving | Bruises easily | Crumbles if dry |
| Price level | Mid | Highest | Mid to high |
Khalas is frequently specified as the mid-premium anchor of a range, with Medjool above it and Khidri below.
Packaging and Logistics
Khalas ships in the format your programme needs, from retail-ready packs to full pallets.
| Format | Detail |
|---|---|
| Retail | Branded or private label, window packs, gift formats |
| Food-grade cartons | 5 kg and 10 kg; 20–25 kg for industrial grades |
| Pallets | Standard and euro, shrink-wrapped and corner-protected |
| Container | FCL and LCL to the USA and Canada |
| Private label | Artwork, barcodes and retail-ready cases to your spec |
Full packaging options across the range are detailed on our packaging page.
Certifications and Documentation
Every lot of Khalas ships with the paperwork your quality and compliance teams need — not on request, as standard.
- Certificate of analysis per production lot: Brix, moisture, water activity, microbiological results, heavy metals on request
- USDA Organic transaction certificate on organic lots
- Halal and Kosher certificates issued per shipment
- BRC and IFS Food certification at the processing plant, audited annually
- Full lot traceability back to the plantation
See our quality and certifications overview for the detail behind each of these.
How to Order Khalas Dates Wholesale
Send us four things and we will come back with a firm quote:
- Volume — per shipment and, if known, annual
- Grade and format — whole or pitted, retail or bulk, organic or conventional
- Packaging — your own artwork, our retail packs, or plain bulk
- Destination and timing — port or door, and your target in-stock date
We grow on our own plantations in the Tunisian Djerid and export direct to North America, with no broker between the palm and your pallet. You can browse the full wholesale dates range, read about who we are, or go straight to the homepage for an overview.
Frequently Asked Questions About Khalas Dates
What do Khalas dates taste like?
Khalas has a clean, rich caramel flavour with balanced sweetness — more generous than Deglet Noor but without the intensity of Sukkary or Medjool. The texture is soft and smooth rather than fibrous. This balance gives it unusually broad consumer appeal and a low rejection rate in tastings.
How do Khalas dates compare with Medjool?
Khalas is smaller, lighter in colour and less intensely sweet than Medjool, with a smoother and less fibrous texture. It is also more forgiving to handle and sits at a lower price point, which is why many buyers use it as a mid-premium anchor where Medjool would push the retail price too high.
Are organic Khalas dates available in bulk?
Yes, certified under the USDA National Organic Program with an organic transaction certificate per shipment and full segregation from conventional fruit. Organic Khalas is a practical way to list a certified organic premium date without organic Medjool pricing. Volume is allocated by harvest, so reserve early for listings and promotions.
Is Khalas the same as Khlas or Sayer Khalas?
Khalas and Khlas are transliterations of the same name. Sayer Khalas appears in some trade documentation as a closely related selection. We supply under the Khalas designation; if you have received an offer under another spelling, send us the specification and we will confirm whether it matches.
Do Khalas dates need refrigeration?
Not for normal turnover — cool and dry storage is sufficient. Because Khalas is a soft variety, chilled storage does extend shelf life and helps preserve texture and colour, which is worth considering if you are holding stock across a season.
What retail pack sizes are available for Khalas?
Standard retail formats are 400 g, 500 g, 1 kg and 2 kg, with gift packaging available. Bulk is supplied in 5 kg and 10 kg food-grade cartons. Private-label artwork and retail-ready formats can be produced to your specification.
What is the minimum order for wholesale Khalas dates?
MOQ starts around 200 kg for standard formats and scales to full container loads, shipped LCL or FCL to the USA and Canada. Tell us your pack format and volume and we will confirm the exact minimum for your specification.
Where can I buy Khalas dates wholesale in the USA or Canada?
Kartago Dates supplies Khalas in bulk and retail-ready formats to retailers, private-label packers, gifting companies and foodservice operators across the United States and Canada, organic or conventional, Halal and Kosher certified. Request a quote for pricing within 24 business hours.
In short: Khalas is available organic or conventional, in retail and bulk formats, shipped direct from our Tunisian plantations to the USA and Canada with a COA on every lot. See it alongside the rest of the range on the wholesale dates page.