DESCRIPTION Fresh Malatya apricots are collected from the trees into the cases and cured by sulphur dioxide for 2 or 3 days (natural apricots are not sulphur treated), than pitted and finally dried under the sun. All apricots are mechanically double washed, and selected to remove any foreign materials. The whole pitted apricots packed directly into the cartons and metal detected for final check. This process takes place under the highest standards of hygiene and manufacturing practice. SPECIFICATIONS Sampling is done according to TS 485. PACKAGING Apricots are packed in the double carton boxes. Liners are folded as such to prevent apricots from contacting to outer carton. Cartons are clearly marked according to Turkish Standard Regulation ( TS 485 ) and client requirements. Net weight is 12.5 kg or any other weight as required. All apricots are passed through a line metal detector. The carton is made of recyclable material. STORAGE AND FUMIGATION Apricots are stored under clean, dry, and well-ventilated conditions (cold stored between (+4)-(+10) oC). The shelf life of the apricots is 24 month for dry storage and can be upto 36 months in cold storage (max +4oC) in original unopened packaging under recommended storage conditions. Container is fumigated immediately prior to shipment with methyl bromide ( 40 g / m3 24 hours ) or phostoxin ( l degest Plate/ 33 m3 72 hours).