With Tu B’shvat not far ahead, we have compiled a chart of different dried fruits and the applicable halachos.
Make sure dried fruits are properly sealed and stored in a cool dry area. Improper storage can lead to infestation issues. They should be purchased from stores that have proper quality control and storage practices.
Click here for a PDF version of the Cleveland Kosher Tu B’shvat Dry Fruits List.
| Dry Fruit | Brocha | Needs Kosher Certification Year Round? | Needs Checking for Infestation? |
| Apples | Hoetz | Yes | No |
| Apricots | Hoetz | No (With no additional flavors) | Yes (Split open and check for worms) |
| Bananas | Hoadoma | Yes | No |
| Blueberries | Hoetz | Yes | No |
| Cherries | Hoetz | Yes | No |
| Cranberries | Hoadoma | Yes | No |
| Currants | Hoetz | Yes | No |
| Dates | Hoetz | No (With no additional flavors) | Yes (Check a sample of 2-3 dates in the package for worms) |
| Figs | Hoetz | No (With no additional flavors) | Yes (Open and look for noticeable webbing) |
| Mangoes | Hoetz | Yes | No |
| Nectarines | Hoetz | No (With no additional flavors) | No |
| Papaya | Hoadoma | Yes | No |
| Peaches | Hoetz | No (With no additional flavors) | No |
| Pears | Hoetz | No (With no additional flavors) | No |
| Pineapples | Hoadoma | Yes | No |
| Prunes | Hoetz | No (With no additional flavors) | No |
| Raisins | Hoetz | Domestic do not require certification | No |
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