Fresh Sukkari Rutab Dates Saudi Arabia | Semi-Ripe Premium Dates | Al Kareem Dates
Sukkari Saudi Dates
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Fresh Sukkari Rutab Dates Saudi Arabia | Semi-Ripe Premium Dates | Al Kareem Dates
2. Short Description
Rutab is the fresh, semi-ripe stage of the date — intensely sweet, incredibly soft, and extraordinarily high in moisture. Requiring specialist cold-chain handling, Rutab is a premium seasonal product available across Al Kareem's key varieties including Sukari Rutab and Medjool Rutab. A unique, perishable luxury for fresh produce buyers.
3. Long Description
Most consumers know dates in their dried, shelf-stable Tamer form. Rutab is something entirely different — and for those who have experienced fresh, semi-ripe dates straight from the palm, there is nothing quite like it.
What Is Rutab?
Rutab is the third ripening stage of the date fruit, occurring after the Khalal (crunchy, partially coloured) stage and before full Tamer (completely dried). At the Rutab stage, the date has developed its full colour and is beginning to soften from the tip, with moisture content above 22% in most varieties. The flesh is extraordinarily soft — almost melting — intensely sweet, and deeply flavoured. Some varieties, particularly Sukari Rutab, develop a syrup-like quality at the tip that is unlike any other eating experience in the date world.
Handling Requirements
Rutab dates require strict cold-chain management. They are highly perishable and must be stored and transported frozen (optimal: -17°C to -18°C for standard Rutab; -17°C for Rutab stage varieties). At Al Kareem, Rutab dates are packed immediately after harvest under hygienically controlled conditions and cold-stored for minimum time before dispatch. Import buyers must be equipped with frozen cold-chain infrastructure.
Available Varieties
Al Kareem supplies Rutab from multiple varieties including Sukari (Premium Jumbo: 22g at ≥3.2 cm, ~45 per kg), Medjool, Seqee, and Wanan. Each variety has unique Rutab characteristics — Sukari Rutab is perhaps the most sought-after for its exceptional sweetness and syrup quality at maturity.
Seasonality
Rutab is an intensely seasonal product, tied directly to the Saudi harvest calendar (typically August–October depending on variety and region). Buyers interested in Rutab supply should engage with Al Kareem in advance of the season to plan supply logistics.
4. Key Features
✓ Fresh semi-ripe stage — exceptional sweetness and softness
✓ Moisture >22% — unique eating experience
✓ Multiple varieties: Sukari, Medjool, Seqee, Wanan and more
✓ Sukari Rutab Premium Jumbo: 22g / ≥3.2 cm / ~45 per kg
✓ Requires frozen cold-chain: -17°C to -18°C storage
✓ Shelf life: 12 months under frozen conditions
✓ Harvested and packed under BRC Issue 9 certified protocols
✓ Seasonal availability — advance orders recommended
✓ Standard package: 3.5 KG
✓ Certified organic available
5. Specifications Table
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Stage | Rutab (semi-ripe) |
Origin Country | Kingdom of Saudi Arabia |
Shape | Variety specific |
Colour | Variety specific |
Moisture Level | >22% |
Storage Temperature | -17°C (frozen) |
Shelf Life | 12 months (frozen) |
Standard Package Size | 3.5 KG |
Rutab Premium Jumbo | 22g / ≥3.2 cm / ~45 per kg |
Rutab Premium Large | 17g / <3.2 cm / ~59 per kg |
Rutab Grade B | ~20g / ~3.2 cm / ~50 per kg |
Grade C | Not available (Rutab only has Premium and Grade B) |
Key Varieties Available | Sukari, Medjool, Seqee, Wanan |
Availability | Seasonal — August to October (advance orders required) |
Export Availability | Buyers with frozen cold-chain import capability |
Certifications | USDA Organic, EU Organic, BRC Issue 9, ISO 22000:2018 |
6. Nutritional Benefits
Rutab dates at this stage are extremely high in natural fruit sugars and moisture. They provide a concentrated source of natural energy. Dietary fibre, potassium, and naturally occurring minerals are present. Due to high moisture, they should be consumed fresh or kept frozen until use.
7. Common Uses
Premium fresh date retail (speciality and Middle Eastern grocery)
Ramadan Iftar fresh date tradition
Fine dining and luxury food service
Sukari Rutab in luxury gift and hospitality presentations
Health food and fresh produce buyers
Export to markets with Middle Eastern diaspora communities (UK, Europe, Australia)
10. FAQ
Q: What makes Rutab different from regular dried dates? A: Rutab is semi-ripe — intensely sweet, very soft, and high in moisture (>22%). It requires frozen storage and is far more perishable than dried Tamer dates. The eating experience is unlike any dried date.
Q: Can Rutab dates be shipped internationally? A: Yes, but only to buyers with frozen cold-chain import capability. Al Kareem packs and dispatches Rutab under frozen conditions.
Q: Which variety of Rutab is most popular? A: Sukari Rutab is the most sought-after — its exceptional sweetness and syrupy texture at the tip are unique.
Q: When is Rutab available? A: The Saudi date harvest is typically August to October. We recommend buyers contact us in advance to plan supply.
Q: What is the shelf life? A: 12 months under frozen storage at -17°C to -18°C.
