How do I find date suppliers in my preferred origin?

Choose your origin and share the variety, form, and quantity you need. OpenCommo helps automate your sourcing through its supplier network.

Should I buy from a grower, packer, or trader?

A grower can offer fresh harvests but may have limited volume, a packer handles sorting and packing, and a trader may provide more flexible logistics and stock. Choose based on your volume, delivery timing, and need for processing.

What should I include in a date quotation request?

Specify the variety, grade, form (whole, pitted, or paste), packing, quantity, and delivery country. Add your intended use and any required certifications.

How do I compare wholesale date offers?

Compare the same grade, packing, moisture range, and delivery basis. Ensure all offers are quoted on the same unit size and terms for a like-for-like comparison.

How should I assess a date sample?

Taste and check the texture of the sample, and examine for uniform size, color, and moisture. Keep a sample from the shipment for comparison and assess the arrival condition.

How can I check a date supplier before signing a contract?

Check the supplier's business registration, trade references, and ability to provide the agreed specification. Put the specification, delivery schedule, payment terms, and quality claim process in the contract.

Date Suppliers

Find date suppliers for your specification, preferred origin and buying volume.

Date suppliers include growers, packers, exporters, and importers who may hold stock in destination markets. Choose the route that fits your need: a specific harvest, a consistent grade for food manufacturing, or near-term delivery from a warehouse.

Specify the date variety, form (whole, pitted, chopped, or paste), grade, quantity, and delivery country. We can help you through OpenCommo’s network of 70,000+ suppliers across commodities.

Where our suppliers are located

Explore sourcing locations across our date supplier network. Choose your preferred country below to find suppliers for your specification and shipment size.

Explore date suppliers

Find suppliers for your required product form, grade and shipment size. Choose an origin to start your request.

Where would you like to source from?

Supplier	Country	Contact details
Laba*****	Saudi Arabia	Email availablePhone available
BARO*****	Egypt	Email availablePhone available
Jas *****	Netherlands (Kingdom of the)	Email availablePhone available
Paci*****	United States of America	Email availablePhone available
KLY *****	France	Email availablePhone available

What to look for when sourcing date

Product specification

Dates vary widely by variety, moisture, and processing, so the specification must match the intended use, whether retail, baking, or further processing.

Variety & form

Confirm the date variety (e.g., Deglet Noor or Medjool) and whether you need whole, pitted, chopped, or paste, as processing affects moisture and shelf life.

Grade & sizing

Agree on grade criteria such as size, color, and absence of defects. Sizing may be by count per kilogram or by a contractual classification.

Moisture & additives

Specify moisture content range and whether any coating, sugar, or preservative is permitted or required.

Quality acceptance

Quality is assessed by appearance, taste, and texture, but the method must be agreed to avoid disputes.

Taste & texture
Arrange for a sensory evaluation of the offered lot, noting sweetness, firmness, and any off-flavors or caramelization.
Physical condition
Check for uniformity of size, color, and absence of insect damage, mold, or crystallization. Inspect a sample before shipment and the arrival shipment for condition.
Acceptance criteria
Keep the approved sample and define, in the contract, the tolerance for defects and the process for filing claims if arrival quality differs.

Origin requirements

Origin can indicate variety characteristics, but the exact growing region and packing conditions matter more for consistency.

Geographical origin

State the country and, if needed, the specific growing region, since climate and soil affect taste and texture.

Crop & stock availability

Ask when the dates were harvested and packed, and whether they are in cold storage or available for immediate shipment.

Substitution policy

For repeat orders, define acceptable origin or variety alternates and how changes must be communicated before shipment.

Commercial terms

Date pricing can be per kilogram or per carton, with terms varying by delivery point. Compare offers on the same basis.

Price unit & basis: Specify currency, unit of measure, and whether the price is per net weight of dates or per packed carton.
Delivery terms: Confirm whether delivery is FOB at origin, CIF at destination, or ex-warehouse, and align responsibility for freight, insurance, and unloading.
Payment & shipment: Agree on payment terms, shipment window, and packaging details like carton weight and palletization, as these affect cost and handling.

Documentation & compliance

Documentation must match the specific lot you are buying, and requirements may vary by destination. Confirm what is needed before signing.

Lot traceability: Align the batch or lot numbers across the invoice, packing list, and transport documents, and verify the producer or packer name.
Phytosanitary & safety: Ask for the phytosanitary certificate and any pesticide residue testing or food safety certificates that the destination market requires.
Destination-specific rules: Check with your customs broker or importer for any additional documentary or legal requirements, such as traceability or labeling obligations.

Supplier capability

The supplier may be a grower, packer, or trader. Establish who is responsible for processing, storage, and quality from harvest to delivery.

Processing & storage
Identify who handles sorting, pitting, and packing, and how they maintain cold chain during storage and transport.
Capacity & consistency
Ask about the supplier's ability to deliver your volume consistently over time, especially if you need regular replenishment.
Order handling
Confirm minimum order quantities, lead times, and whether the supplier can provide pre-shipment samples and inspection support.

Date Supplier Questions

How do I find date suppliers in my preferred origin?: Choose your origin and share the variety, form, and quantity you need. OpenCommo helps automate your sourcing through its supplier network.
Should I buy from a grower, packer, or trader?: A grower can offer fresh harvests but may have limited volume, a packer handles sorting and packing, and a trader may provide more flexible logistics and stock. Choose based on your volume, delivery timing, and need for processing.
What should I include in a date quotation request?: Specify the variety, grade, form (whole, pitted, or paste), packing, quantity, and delivery country. Add your intended use and any required certifications.
How do I compare wholesale date offers?: Compare the same grade, packing, moisture range, and delivery basis. Ensure all offers are quoted on the same unit size and terms for a like-for-like comparison.
How should I assess a date sample?: Taste and check the texture of the sample, and examine for uniform size, color, and moisture. Keep a sample from the shipment for comparison and assess the arrival condition.
How can I check a date supplier before signing a contract?: Check the supplier's business registration, trade references, and ability to provide the agreed specification. Put the specification, delivery schedule, payment terms, and quality claim process in the contract.