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Direct Tunisian source — Saharan oasis farms. Premium & Grade A. Halal & Kosher certified, COA documented. Whole, pitted & private label formats. MOQ from 200 kg — premium appearance at a price point below Medjool.
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For US and Canadian buyers looking to source Khidri dates wholesale, this variety offers a compelling combination of deep flavor, soft texture, and competitive pricing — sitting between commodity varieties and premium Medjool. Khidri is a well-established variety in international date trade, widely used in food service, retail, and food manufacturing, yet still underrepresented in North American wholesale supply.
Khidri (also spelled Khadrawy) is one of the most consumed date varieties in Middle Eastern markets. Its distinctive near-black color and full-bodied flavor make it a premium-looking date at a price point below Medjool — a useful positioning advantage for retailers and food service operators looking to diversify their date offering without paying Medjool prices across the board.
Kartago Dates Wholesale supplies wholesale Khidri dates in bulk directly from Tunisian oasis farms to food businesses across the United States and Canada — full certification stack including BRC/IFS, ISO 22000, ISO 9001, Kosher, and Halal, with flexible MOQ from 200 kg.
A dark, full-flavored soft date gaining traction in North American specialty food and halal markets — premium appearance at a value-positioning price point.
Khidri is a widely grown semi-dry date variety characterized by its distinctive dark, near-black color, soft flesh, and rich, moderately sweet flavor profile. The name derives from the Arabic word for "green" — a reference to the fruit's color at an earlier ripening stage.
Our Khidri is sourced from Tunisian Saharan oasis farms, where the combination of arid climate and traditional cultivation practices produces fruit with consistent color depth, texture, and flavor. Khidri's deep color and full flavor make it a premium-looking date that delivers genuine visual and taste impact at retail and on the food service plate.
Popular in halal food retail and catering, Khidri resonates strongly with consumers familiar with Middle Eastern date culture — and is gaining discovery traction among North American specialty food buyers looking for variety diversity beyond Medjool and Deglet Noor.
Flavor profile: Moderately sweet, full-bodied, slightly caramel. Less intense than Medjool, richer than Deglet Noor. Clean finish with no astringency. The deep color creates a premium visual impression that punches above the price point.
Standard bulk cartons for distribution and retail repacking, pitted for manufacturing, and private label for branded product lines — all with full certification documentation.
Standard B2B format in 5 kg, 10 kg, and 20 kg food-grade cartons on pallets. Suitable for import distribution, retail repacking, halal food distribution, and food service supply. Full Halal and Kosher certification accompanies every shipment.
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Pit-free Khidri for manufacturing and ingredient applications — date paste production, natural sweetener blends, and confectionery. Each lot pit-fragment inspected with metal detection. Available in 5 kg, 10 kg, and 20 kg cartons.
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Custom-branded packaging for specialty food retailers, halal food brands, and gift product lines. Khidri's dark color and premium appearance work well in branded date assortment boxes and seasonal gift ranges. Minimum volumes apply.
Private Label ProgramBoth are dark soft varieties — but Khidri offers a compelling value positioning for buyers who need premium appearance without the full Medjool price.
| Criterion | Khidri | Medjool |
|---|---|---|
| Brix | 64–72 °Bx | 65–75 °Bx |
| Texture | Soft to semi-dry | Firm-soft, chewy |
| Color | Dark brown to near-black | Dark brown |
| Flavor | Full-bodied, moderately sweet, caramel | Rich caramel, intensely sweet |
| Best for | Retail diversification, food service, halal distribution | Premium snacking, gifting, energy bars |
| Shelf life (ambient) | 12–18 months | 12–18 months |
| Price position | Premium value | Premium |
| Market recognition | Growing in North America | Dominant premium variety |
Six reasons specialty food buyers, halal distributors, and food service operators choose Kartago for their Khidri wholesale supply.
Farm-level sourcing in Tunisian Saharan oases — traceable to the harvest lot. No multi-tier import chains. Consistent color depth, texture, and flavor across orders.
Both certifications available and provided with every shipment — not on request. Satisfies the documentation requirements of major North American halal and kosher retail buyers.
Certificate of Analysis covering Brix, moisture %, and full microbiological results issued per production lot. The documented quality evidence your procurement team needs.
Khidri's near-black color and full flavor deliver premium shelf presence at a price point below Medjool — giving your retail or food service assortment a tiered offering that serves different buyer budgets.
Phytosanitary certificate, certificate of origin, FDA FSMA FSVP documentation, and allergen statement — the complete package for US and Canadian import compliance.
Account managers familiar with halal retail buyer requirements, specialty food distribution workflows, and importer documentation standards. Fast response on quotes and documentation.
Fill out the form above to receive your custom quote, spec sheet, and sample availability — our North American account team responds within 24 business hours.
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