From 5 kg food-grade cartons to 20 kg bulk, full pallets, FCL and LCL loads, aseptic bag-in-box for ingredients, and retail-ready private-label formats. Packing is adapted to your programme, your line and your shelf.
Consistent carton weights, pallet configurations fitting standard warehouse racking, and container formats compatible with ingredient handling equipment.
Balance per-kg cost efficiency with handling practicality — typically 10 kg or 20 kg cartons on pallets for whole dates, drums or IBC for liquid and paste ingredients.
Retail-ready formats — specific pack weights, branded or brandable packaging, and presentation formats that work in their retail environment.
| Format | Net Weight | Gross Weight | Dimensions (approx.) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg carton | 5 kg | ~5.5 kg | 30×20×10 cm | Restaurant, specialty retail, trial orders |
| 10 kg carton | 10 kg | ~11 kg | 40×30×12 cm | Food service distribution, standard wholesale |
| 20 kg carton | 20 kg | ~21.5 kg | 50×35×18 cm | High-volume wholesale, institutional supply |
All cartons are food-grade corrugated, sealed, and labeled with: variety and grade, net weight, lot number and production date, country of origin (Tunisia), halal/kosher certificate reference, allergen statement, and best-before date.
| Carton | Cartons per Pallet | Pallet Net Weight | Pallet Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 100 | 500 kg | Euro or standard, shrink-wrapped |
| 10 kg | 60 | 600 kg | Euro or standard, shrink-wrapped |
| 20 kg | 40 | 800 kg | Euro or standard, shrink-wrapped |
Mixed-carton pallets available for importers and distributors stocking multiple varieties.
| Format | Net Weight | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 5 kg food-grade bucket | 5 kg | Product development, small-batch |
| 25 kg food-grade drum | 25 kg | Standard food manufacturing |
| 200 kg aseptic bag-in-box | 200 kg | High-volume, extended shelf life |
| Format | Net Volume | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 25 kg drum | ~21 L | Standard food mfg, beverage |
| 200 kg IBC tote | ~167 L | High-volume production |
| 1,000 L IBC | ~835 L | Industrial-scale production |
| Format | Net Weight | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 1 kg bag | 1 kg | Retail, private label |
| 5 kg bag | 5 kg | Small-batch production, R&D |
| 10 kg bag | 10 kg | Standard production runs |
| 25 kg bag | 25 kg | High-volume, best per-kg pricing |
All ingredient packaging is food-grade, moisture-barrier sealed where required (sugar and powder), and labeled with lot number, Brix/moisture result, production date, and full certification references.
For buyers who want to bring Kartago-sourced dates to market under their own brand. Custom packaging requires minimum volume commitments and 2–4 weeks lead time for packaging setup.
All packaging used by Kartago meets food-grade requirements and is verified under our BRC/IFS and ISO 22000 certifications. Labels comply with FDA 21 CFR Part 101 requirements for food products imported into the United States.
Wax-coated base where required for moisture-sensitive varieties (Medjool, Sukari).
High-density polyethylene, UN-certified for food transport.
Cleaned and inspected before fill. Suitable for date syrup and liquid ingredients.
Multi-layer heat-sealed bags (sugar/powder). Kraft outer layer available for retail positioning.
Aseptic bag-in-box, sterile fill environment. Extended ambient shelf life for date paste.
Lot number, country of origin, allergen statement, net weight in US and metric units.
For importers and high-volume buyers shipping full container loads. Reefer containers recommended for moisture-sensitive varieties (Medjool, Sukari) on extended transit routes.
| Container | Variety | Carton Format | Approx. Net Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20-foot dry | Deglet Noor / Sayer | 20 kg cartons | ~18–20 tonnes |
| 20-foot dry | Medjool | 10 kg cartons | ~16–18 tonnes |
| 40-foot dry | Mixed varieties | Mixed cartons | ~22–26 tonnes |
| 20-foot reefer | Medjool / Sukari | 10 kg cartons | ~14–16 tonnes |
Mixed container loads with multiple varieties and formats are available. We coordinate the full packing list, documentation, and COA for mixed loads. See Importers & Retailers →
Request a quote — specify your product, volume, and downstream use case.