Premium Wholesale Dried Jujube Slices (Red Date Rings & Chips)
Our Dried Jujube Slices (also called Red Date Rings or Dehydrated Jujube Chips) are crafted from top-grade, fully matured Chinese red dates known for high sweetness and rich nutritional profiles. Processed through automated seed extraction, precision high-speed slicing, and low-temperature hot-air drying, each slice retains its vibrant red perimeter and naturally sweet, aromatic center. Free from added sugars, sulfur treatment, or synthetic flavors, these convenient, ready-to-use slices are widely utilized by international food manufacturers, beverage brands, herbal tea blenders, and healthy snack packagers.
Why Choose Our Bulk Dried Jujube Slices?
- Uniform Ring Slicing: Sliced with modern automated equipment to a precise 3mm–5mm thickness, delivering consistent visual appeal for retail packaging and commercial tea blending.
- Superior Dehydration & Long Shelf Life: Low moisture content (≤15%) preserves pleasant crispness when eaten dry and rapid flavor release when steeped in hot water, while preventing mold during transport.
- Pure, Clean & Chemical-Free: 100% natural fruit with zero sulfur dioxide treatment (SO2 free), zero added sweeteners, and no artificial preservatives or colorings.
- Industrial Inspection Standards: Multi-stage air flow cleaning, metal detector passing, optical color sorting, and strict microbiological safety controls under HACCP and ISO management.
Technical Specifications & Physical-Chemical Parameters
| Parameter / Technical Specification | Commercial Standard / Standard Limit |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Dried Jujube Slices / Red Date Rings / Dehydrated Jujube Chips |
| Botanical Origin | Ziziphus jujuba Mill. |
| Slice Thickness & Diameter | Thickness: 3.0 mm – 5.0 mm | Ring Diameter: 1.8 cm – 3.2 cm |
| Color & Texture | Vibrant red skin with creamy brown center; dry, firm, and pleasantly chewy/crisp |
| Pit Residue Ratio | < 0.05% (Virtually 100% Pit-Free) |
| Moisture Content | 10% – 15% Max |
| Brix Level (Natural Sweetness) | ≥ 68° Brix |
| Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) | Undetected (< 10 mg/kg – 100% Sulfur-Free) |
| Defect / Broken Rate | Whole rings ≥ 90%; broken slice fragments ≤ 10% |
| Microbiological Limits | Total Plate Count < 10,000 cfu/g; Yeast & Mold < 500 cfu/g; E.Coli/Salmonella: Negative |
| Heavy Metals & Pesticides | Compliant with US FDA and EU strict maximum residue limits (MRLs) |
Key Industrial & Commercial Applications
Thanks to their ring shape and quick moisture absorption, jujube slices provide both functional flavor and high aesthetic value in multiple sectors:
- Botanical & Herbal Tea Blends: A primary ingredient in wellness tea formulas (e.g., combined with goji berries, chrysanthemum, or rosebuds), releasing natural sweetness quickly in boiling water.
- Breakfast Cereals & Granola Mixes: Serves as a nutrient-dense, naturally sweet dried fruit additive in oat flakes, trail mixes, and granola bars.
- Bakery & Pastry Toppings: Used by commercial bakeries for decorating breads, muffins, cakes, and artisanal pastries without requiring labor-intensive slicing.
- Ready-to-Eat Healthy Snacks: Packed into stand-up pouches for direct consumer snacking as a low-calorie, vitamin-rich alternative to processed chips.
Bulk Packaging, OEM Branding & Global Logistics
To preserve maximum freshness and prevent crushing during transoceanic transit, we implement specialized protective packaging:
- Bulk Export Packaging: 10 kg / 12 kg master carton lined with food-grade PE vacuum bag and desiccant pack.
- OEM Private Label Packaging: Customized 100g, 250g, 500g, or 1000g printed stand-up zipper pouches, foil bags, or plastic jars.
- Container Loading Capacity: Approx. 8–9 Metric Tons per 20FT container / 18–20 Metric Tons per 40FT HQ container (due to lower volumetric density).
- Storage Guidance: Store in a cool, ventilated warehouse (< 15°C, relative humidity < 50%). Cold storage guarantees fresh color and taste up to 24 months.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: How do you guarantee that the jujube slices are completely pit-free and safe for consumers?
A: Prior to slicing, whole jujubes pass through automatic coring machinery. After slicing, the batch goes through vibration sieving, X-ray pit inspection, and optical sorters to detect any remnant seeds, achieving a pit residue rate under 0.05% for maximum consumer safety.
Q2: What is the proportion of intact ring slices versus broken fragments in a bulk shipment?
A: We enforce strict air-sieving and sorting processes before packaging. Our standard export grade guarantees at least 90% full, unbroken ring slices, with fine fragments or crumbs filtered out and kept below 10% total weight.
Q3: Do you offer custom slice thickness or OEM retail packaging for private label brands?
A: Yes. We can adjust our cutter blades to produce slice thicknesses between 2mm and 8mm according to your exact processing requirements. We also offer turnkey OEM packaging solutions, including custom-printed pouches, nitrogen flushing, and labeling.
Q4: Can we obtain free sample batches and official lab certificates before placing a commercial order?
A: Yes, we provide free evaluation samples (300g–500g) via express air courier for testing moisture, solubility, and taste. Each commercial shipment comes complete with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), Phytosanitary Certificate, and Health Certificate.
Get Wholesale Quotes & Technical Data Sheet for Jujube Slices
Looking for a steady, certified factory supplier of premium dried jujube slices? Contact our B2B export department today to receive real-time FOB/CIF quotes, product specification datasheets, and sample arrangements.
