What’s the best way to buy dried apricots in bulk online in the USA?
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Iran-Fruit (Ario) for high-quality bulk apricots at competitive prices.
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Napa Nuts and Mount Hope Wholesale for quick orders with low minimums.
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NutraDried and Bulk Natural Foods for organic options.
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Amazon Business for variety and competitive pricing.
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Direct online suppliers for better pricing and control over specs.
Most “where to buy dried apricots in bulk” guides are written by people who’ve never shipped a container of them. We have — Iran Fruit Center, part of Ario Corporation, has been in the fruit export business since 1910, starting from a small pomegranate orchard in Kashmar and growing into a full dried fruit exporter. This guide is written from that side of the table.
Three Ways to Buy, and Who Each One Fits
Direct from an origin exporter (Iran, Turkey, Uzbekistan) — best for 500 kg+ orders. Lowest per-kilo cost, but you handle customs and quality checks yourself. See our guide to choosing a dried apricot supplier for what to vet before committing to one.
Import wholesalers in your own country — buy from someone who already imported in bulk and resells smaller lots. You pay more per kilo but skip the customs work.
B2B marketplaces (Alibaba, Amazon Business) — fine for testing under 25 kg. Highest price per kilo, quality varies by seller.
What Buyers Actually Pay
| Iran Fruit (origin, direct) | US Import Wholesaler | Global Benchmark | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOQ | 500 kg | 25 lb – 1 MT | 1–25 kg |
| Price per kg | $2.50–3.00 ex-factory¹ | ≈$27² | $8.61–11.90³ |
| Certifications | ISO 22000, Organic | Varies | Rarely verified |
| Packaging | 10–50 kg bulk bags | Retail-ready | Varies |
| Documentation | Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate | Varies | Rarely upfront |
¹ Iran Fruit’s own current listed range for dried apricots, ex-factory.
² Mount Hope Wholesale’s current listed price for sulfured dried apricots, $12.40/lb.
³ Tridge global wholesale benchmark, trailing 4 weeks, April 2026.
The gap between origin and US retail price is freight, duty, warehousing, and repackaging — not markup for its own sake.
Update this table each quarter — prices move with harvest and grade. For the fuller picture across other dried fruits, see our Iran dry fruits price list; for EU-specific buyers, our dried apricot pricing in Europe breakdown covers landed cost after duty.
Sulfured vs. Natural vs. Organic
- Sulfured: bright color, 12–18 month shelf life, standard for Western retail. Check your import country’s SO₂ limit.
- Natural (sun-dried): darker, 6–9 months unless vacuum-packed, stronger flavor.
- Organic: we hold organic certification alongside ISO 22000 — ask us for the current certificate number when you request a quote.
What a Real Export Order Looks Like
Our process, start to finish:
- Confirm product specifications and desired grade with our team
- We prepare and package to your spec — 10, 25, or 50 kg bulk bags
- Lab testing for moisture, pesticide residue, and microbiological safety before shipment
- We prepare export documentation: commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate
- Customs registration and HS code classification
- Shipment and insurance arranged
- Customs clearance on your end, with our documentation support
We recommend a sample shipment before committing to a full order — reach out via info@iran-fruit.com or +98 912 466 30 86 to arrange one.
Import Compliance, Briefly
Buyers typically need: a phytosanitary certificate, compliance with the destination’s SO₂ residue limit, aflatoxin/moisture testing (especially EU/US), and the correct HS code. See our full HS code list for fruits and vegetables if you’re classifying multiple products. If you’re importing into the EU specifically, our step-by-step guide to importing dried fruit from Iran to Europe covers the customs process in more detail. Confirm current thresholds with your customs authority.
FAQ
What’s the MOQ for bulk dried apricots?
500 kg for standard orders; contact us if you need a smaller trial quantity.
How long do they keep in storage?
Sulfured apricots hold for 12–18 months; natural (unsulfured) apricots keep for 6–9 months unless vacuum-packed.
Do you provide samples before a bulk order?
Yes — we can arrange a sample shipment before you commit to a full order.
Sulfured vs. organic price difference?
Our current ex-factory range for standard sulfured apricots is $2.50–3.00/kg; organic-certified lots carry a premium for certification and chain-of-custody costs. Contact us for a current organic quote.