Iran is an important producer of citrus fruits, with orange cultivation concentrated in several regions with suitable climates and growing conditions.
At Altin Tejarat Kosar, we source and supply fresh Iranian oranges from reliable growers and suppliers for international markets. Our sourcing network allows us to respond to different buyer requirements regarding variety, quality, size, packaging, quantity, destination, and delivery schedule.
We focus on supplying fresh oranges suitable for international trade, with product specifications and commercial conditions agreed according to each buyer’s requirements.
Varieties
- Valencia
- Washington Navel
- Thomson Navel
- Blood Orange
- Shamouti
- Other varieties upon request
Quality & Grade
- Quality: Extra Class / Class I / Class II
- Appearance: Clean, healthy, well-developed fruit characteristic of the variety
- Shape: Well-formed and characteristic of the selected variety
- Color: Appropriate and sufficiently developed for the selected variety
- Firmness: Firm fruit suitable for handling, transportation, and storage
- Maturity: Appropriate maturity for the intended market and transportation period
- Skin: Clean and free from serious cuts, bruising, decay, and other defects affecting quality or keeping quality
- Internal condition: Fruit should be sufficiently developed and suitable for consumption
- Uniformity: Consistent variety, quality, size, color, and maturity within each package
Quality requirements and tolerances can be agreed according to the destination market and buyer specification.
UNECE FFV-14 provides internationally recognized requirements for citrus fruit, including quality classes, sizing, presentation, packaging, and tolerances.
Sizes / Caliber
Orange sizing can be specified according to fruit diameter or count, depending on the destination market and buyer requirements.
The UNECE standard for citrus fruit specifies a minimum diameter of 53 mm for oranges and provides sizing systems based on diameter and size codes.
Available sizes depend on the variety and sourcing conditions.
Specific size requirements can be discussed and confirmed according to the buyer’s order.
Packaging
- Export cartons
- 5 kg cartons
- 10 kg cartons
- Plastic crates
- Tray-packed formats
- Bulk packaging where applicable
Packaging specifications can be adjusted according to buyer requirements, destination market, transportation conditions, and agreed commercial terms.
Harvest & Supply Season
The natural harvest season for Iranian oranges varies according to variety, growing region, and seasonal conditions.
Different orange varieties have different harvest periods, allowing fresh Iranian oranges to be sourced across an extended season.
- October–November: Early-season varieties in suitable growing areas
- November–January: Main harvest period for many commercial varieties
- January–March: Continued supply of suitable late-season varieties
- March–May: Potential late-season supply, subject to variety, region, and availability
Harvest timing may vary according to variety, growing region, weather conditions, and seasonal production.
Suitable cold-storage facilities can also allow selected orange varieties to be supplied beyond their natural harvest period, subject to product quality, storage conditions, and availability.
Origin
Country of Origin: Iran
Main Sourcing Regions may include:
- Mazandaran
- Gilan
- Fars
- Kerman
- Hormozgan
- Khuzestan
- Other suitable citrus-growing regions
Iran’s diverse citrus-growing regions allow the sourcing of different orange varieties across different production periods.
Export Markets
Fresh Iranian oranges can be supplied to international markets according to buyer requirements, destination-country regulations, logistics, product specifications, and commercial conditions.
Our approach is to match available Iranian supply with the specific requirements of each international buyer.
Buyer Requirements
- Orange variety
- Size / caliber
- Quality / grade
- Fruit diameter or count
- Color
- Maturity requirements
- Packaging
- Required quantity
- Destination country
- Delivery schedule
Product specifications and commercial terms are confirmed according to the buyer’s requirements and the available supply at the time of inquiry.
Inquiry
Looking for Fresh Iranian Oranges?
Contact us to discuss your requirements and sourcing options.
We would be pleased to discuss suitable varieties, specifications, packaging, quantities, and delivery requirements for your market.
Contact us to start an inquiry.