Seasonality
Seasonal pattern: Not documented
No seasonal price pattern is currently documented for dates.
Dates Price
Monthly reported customs unit values, not live or executable quotes.
Latest reported price
$3,998 USD/t
As of Jul 2026
HighPrevious 12 months
The latest value is above the typical range of $2,001–$3,301 USD/t.
Dates Price History
Dates Prices by Country
Dates export unit values are shown in USD/t. Compare the reporting dates as well as the values; product mix and delivery terms can differ between countries.
| Country | Latest · USD/t | YoYYear on year |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $1,798 Jul 1, 2026 | -7.5% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | $1,887 Jul 1, 2026 | -47% |
| Canada | $3,290 Jul 1, 2026 | -0.6% |
| Switzerland | $4,478 Jul 1, 2026 | +12% |
| Lithuania | $3,794 Jul 1, 2026 | +3.1% |
| Norway | $7,939 Jul 1, 2026 | +237% |
| New Zealand | $6,444 Jul 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| United States | $4,096 Jul 1, 2026 | -13% |
| Azerbaijan | $6,828 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Czechia | $8,625 Jun 1, 2026 | +25% |
| Germany | $4,367 Jun 1, 2026 | +3.7% |
| Denmark | $5,998 Jun 1, 2026 | +10.0% |
| Estonia | $11,288 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| United Kingdom | $3,163 Jun 1, 2026 | -39% |
| Greece | $3,304 Jun 1, 2026 | -27% |
| China, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region | $9,825 Jun 1, 2026 | +72% |
| Hungary | $7,466 Jun 1, 2026 | +14% |
| India | $1,338 Jun 1, 2026 | -65% |
| Latvia | $3,810 Jun 1, 2026 | +10% |
| Mexico | $4,982 Jun 1, 2026 | +16% |
| Malaysia | $837 Jun 1, 2026 | +14% |
| Netherlands | $7,221 Jun 1, 2026 | +49% |
| Poland | $3,508 Jun 1, 2026 | +24% |
| Portugal | $5,314 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Serbia | $2,705 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Sweden | $6,197 Jun 1, 2026 | -18% |
| Armenia | $5,243 May 1, 2026 | +50% |
| Belgium | $6,573 May 1, 2026 | +3.3% |
| Chile | $2,955 May 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Egypt | $3,726 May 1, 2026 | +0.0% |
| Spain | $6,366 May 1, 2026 | +41% |
| Croatia | $4,745 May 1, 2026 | +42% |
| Italy | $2,187 May 1, 2026 | -18% |
| North Macedonia | $3,233 May 1, 2026 | -9.3% |
| Slovakia | $5,576 May 1, 2026 | +11% |
| Slovenia | $5,510 May 1, 2026 | +50% |
| Thailand | $2,990 May 1, 2026 | +91% |
| Uzbekistan | $1,172 May 1, 2026 | +162% |
| South Africa | $5,189 May 1, 2026 | +11% |
| Colombia | $4,667 Apr 1, 2026 | -1.1% |
| Georgia | $14,126 Apr 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Guatemala | $238 Apr 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Kazakhstan | $332 Apr 1, 2026 | -30% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1,621 Apr 1, 2026 | -0.9% |
| Bulgaria | $6,282 Mar 1, 2026 | -6.8% |
| Finland | $7,644 Mar 1, 2026 | +27% |
| Ghana | $783 Mar 1, 2026 | -9.1% |
| Ireland | $2,020 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Indonesia | $1,416 Feb 1, 2026 | -28% |
| Luxembourg | $4,620 Feb 1, 2026 | -52% |
| South Sudan | $3,726 Feb 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Pakistan | $430 Jan 1, 2026 | -14% |
| France | $4,177 Dec 1, 2025 | +31% |
| Morocco | $7,301 Dec 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Singapore | $3,689 Dec 1, 2025 | +29% |
| Türkiye | $3,320 Dec 1, 2025 | +31% |
| Cyprus | $2,301 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Romania | $4,973 Aug 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Côte d’Ivoire | $171 May 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Oman | $3,726 May 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Peru | $6,522 Apr 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Brazil | $1,744 Feb 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Kyrgyzstan | $700 Feb 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Namibia | $4,032 Jan 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Bahrain | $2,317 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| China | $2,519 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| State of Palestine | $3,289 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Ukraine | $1,779 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Kuwait | $3,289 Nov 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Yemen | $668 Nov 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Israel | $4,683 Oct 1, 2024 | Not reported |
What shapes dates prices?
Use these documented market characteristics when comparing periods, countries and supplier quotes.
Demand driver
Traditional staple food
Dates are a staple food and bread substitute in Arabia and North Africa, driving consistent regional consumption.
Demand driver
Nutritional appeal
High carbohydrate content, dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals make dates attractive for health‑focused consumers.
Dates Price Questions
- What is the exact definition of dates as a commodity?
- Dates are edible fruit, either fresh or dried, derived from the date palm. They are classified under the produce category of dried fruit.
- How can a buyer assess the quality of dates?
- High‑quality dates should be dry, fresh, and free of mold or crystallized sugar on the skin. The flesh is typically sweet and fibrous, with colors ranging from yellow to brown or gray‑blue.
- What are the recommended storage conditions for dates?
- Dates should be kept in a dry environment and stored in neatly stacked rows within a box to preserve freshness. Proper storage prevents excessive drying or spoilage.