Piarom Dates
Known as the 'chocolate date' — thin skin, large size, low sugar. A premium variety favored in East Asia and Europe.
About this product
Piarom — often called the 'chocolate date' — is a semi-dry, slender, thin-skinned variety grown almost exclusively in the Hajiabad valley of Hormozgan. With deep mahogany skin, a low glycemic profile, and a rich caramel-cocoa finish, it is the date of choice for diabetic-friendly retail lines, premium snacking brands, and gifting in Asia and Europe.
Why buyers choose this lot
- Semi-dry texture — ships ambient, no cold chain required
- Lower glycemic index than soft dates
- Naturally long format (up to 5 cm) — visually striking
- Thin skin adheres to flesh — no crystallization in transit
- Available pitted on automated, metal-detector lines
Recommended uses
- Premium snacking and healthy gifting
- Diabetic-friendly retail lines
- Stuffed dates with nuts, chocolate, or marzipan
- Date syrup and natural sweetener manufacturing
Technical specifications
Certifications & food safety
- ISO 22000:2018 — Food Safety Management
- HACCP plan on every production line
- SGS / Bureau Veritas pre-shipment inspection on request
- Halal & Kosher available
- EU & FDA compliant documentation
Storage & handling
Store sealed at 4–20°C. Refrigeration extends shelf life beyond 18 months. Ambient ocean freight is acceptable to all destinations.
Buyer questions answered
Why is Piarom called the 'chocolate date'?
Its deep brown color and rich caramel-cocoa flavor profile resemble dark chocolate, which is why European premium retailers position it alongside chocolate confectionery for gifting.
Is Piarom suitable for diabetic-friendly product lines?
Piarom has a lower glycemic load than soft dates due to its lower moisture and slower sugar release. We can support your nutrition labelling with a full sugar profile, GI estimate, and SGS lab analysis per lot.
Does Piarom require cold-chain shipping?
No. With moisture at 15–18%, Piarom is semi-dry and ships ambient to every continent without quality loss. Reefer is only needed if you want to extend shelf life beyond 24 months.
Do you supply pitted Piarom for stuffing and bakery?
Yes — our automated pitting lines deliver pitted Piarom in 5 kg or 10 kg food-grade liners, metal-detector verified, ready for stuffing with almonds, walnuts, or chocolate. MOQ for pitted Piarom is 1 ton.
Grades & Quality Tiers
- Long (40–45mm)
- Extra Long (45mm+)
- Pitted
Packaging Options
- Vacuum 5 kg boxes
- Retail 200g / 500g trays
- 10 kg bulk cartons
Full Product Specifications
Export & Shipping Information
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