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Premium Turkish dried apricots in all grades. Sulphured, natural, and organic. BRC and IFS certified supply for European buyers.
Dried apricots are one of the most popular dried fruits in Europe, valued for their natural sweetness, vibrant colour, and nutritional profile rich in potassium, iron, and fibre. Turkey's Malatya region produces approximately 85% of the world's dried apricots, making it the undisputed global leader. Corsodoro connects European manufacturers, retailers, and food service companies with certified Turkish apricot suppliers - offering No.1 through No.6 grades in sulphured, natural (unsulphured), and organic varieties.
Turkish dried apricots are graded by size (pieces per kg) and classified by sulphur treatment. All grades available in sulphured (bright orange) and natural/unsulphured (dark brown).
| Grade | Description | Pieces / kg | Typical Use | Indicative Price (EUR/kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No.1 (Jumbo) | Largest fruit, premium appearance | ~50 or fewer | Premium retail, gift packs, food service | 7.00 – 9.00 |
| No.2 | Large fruit, excellent appearance | 60–70 | Retail packs, snacking, premium bakery | 6.00 – 8.00 |
| No.3 (Standard) | Most traded grade, good size and colour | 80–100 | Standard retail, snacking, trail mixes | 5.00 – 7.00 |
| No.4 | Medium fruit | 100–120 | Food manufacturing, bakery, trail mixes | 4.50 – 6.00 |
| No.5–6 | Smaller fruit, industrial grade | 120–160+ | Chopping, paste, jam, baby food, industrial | 4.00 – 5.50 |
| Natural (Unsulphured) | Dark brown, intense caramelised flavour | Various grades | Organic retail, health food, clean-label products | 5.50 – 9.00 |
| Organic | EU Organic certified, sulphured or natural | Various grades | Organic retail, health food stores, export | 6.00 – 10.00 |
Prices are indicative CIF European port and vary based on grade, sulphur treatment, season, and volume. New-crop prices typically set in August–September. Contact us for a current quote.
Corsodoro maintains direct relationships with dried apricot processors and exporters in the world's leading production regions.
Malatya province in eastern Turkey produces approximately 85% of the world's dried apricots. The Hacihaliloglu variety is the traditional drying apricot, while Kabaasi is used for larger grades. Hot, dry summers at 800–1200m altitude and cold winters create ideal growing and sun-drying conditions. July–August harvest. BRC, IFS, and organic certified processors widely available. Malatya has over 500 years of apricot cultivation tradition.
Uzbekistan is the world's second-largest fresh apricot producer, with growing dried apricot exports from the Fergana Valley and Samarkand regions. Uzbek dried apricots offer competitive pricing and are typically unsulphured (natural). Quality and processing standards are improving with international investment. A diversification option for buyers seeking non-Turkish supply.
Iran produces dried apricots from the Isfahan and Khorasan regions. Iranian dried apricots are typically smaller and darker than Turkish product, often sun-dried without sulphur. Competitive pricing for industrial applications. Available primarily as natural (unsulphured) product. Limited but growing export infrastructure for European markets.
All Corsodoro dried apricot supply chains are backed by internationally recognised food safety and sustainability certifications. We match your specific certification requirements with verified suppliers.
BRC Global Standards
IFS Food
HACCP
EU Organic
Fairtrade
Organic dried apricots are available from certified Turkish producers in the Malatya region. EU SO2 limits (max. 2000 ppm) are strictly enforced across all conventional supply. All processing partners hold BRC or IFS certification as a minimum requirement. Learn more about our certification standards →
Apricot harvest and drying is concentrated in a short summer window. New-crop dried apricots arrive at European ports from September onward.
Dried apricots are available year-round from warehoused stock. New-crop Turkish dried apricots typically arrive at European ports from September–October. Pricing is heavily influenced by the Malatya crop estimate, which is finalised in July–August. Spring frost damage in Malatya is the single largest risk factor for global dried apricot supply and pricing.
Sulphured dried apricots are treated with sulphur dioxide (SO2) during drying, which preserves the bright orange colour and extends shelf life to 18–24 months. They are the standard commercial product for European retail. Unsulphured (natural) dried apricots are dark brown in colour with a more intense, caramelised flavour - they are increasingly popular in organic and health food markets as consumers seek clean-label products. EU regulations permit a maximum of 2000 ppm SO2 for sulphured dried apricots. Natural apricots typically command a 20–40% price premium.
Turkish dried apricots are graded by size, measured in pieces per kilogram. No.1 (Jumbo) contains approximately 50 or fewer pieces per kg - the largest and most premium grade, ideal for retail and gift packing. No.2 has 60–70 pieces/kg, No.3 (Standard) has 80–100 pieces/kg and is the most commonly traded grade for European retail. No.4 has 100–120 pieces/kg, while No.5–6 grades have progressively smaller fruit used for industrial applications, chopping, and paste production. Price difference between No.1 and No.5 can be EUR 3–4/kg.
Turkey's Malatya region produces approximately 85% of the world's dried apricots. The unique climate - hot, dry summers and cold winters at 800–1200m altitude - combined with the Hacihaliloglu and Kabaasi apricot varieties creates ideal conditions for sun-drying. Malatya has over 500 years of apricot cultivation tradition with well-established drying, processing, and export infrastructure. No other region can match this combination of climate, variety, scale, and expertise.
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