Frozen Date Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Sub Product
Frozen Barhi Date, Frozen Deglet Noor Date, Frozen Halawy Date, Frozen Khadrawy Date, +2
Raw Materials
Fresh Date
HS Code
081190
Last Updated
2026-09-21
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Date market coverage spans 130 countries.
- 50 exporter companies and 58 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 5 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 3 countries.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-09-21.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Date
Analyze 5 supplier-linked transactions across the top 3 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Date.
Frozen Date Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Frozen Date: United Arab Emirates (+103.7%), India (+57.9%), Mexico (+11.1%).
Frozen Date Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-10, benchmark Frozen Date country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-03, countries with visible Frozen Date transaction unit prices: India (5.09 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | +57.9% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.09 USD / kg (3,348.8 kg) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | +103.7% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.88 USD / kg (19,600 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | +11.1% | 1 | - (-) | 2.22 USD / kg (19,008 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Frozen Date Global Supply Chain Coverage
108 companies
50 exporters and 58 importers are mapped for Frozen Date.
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Frozen Date Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
50 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Date. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Date Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 50 total exporter companies in the Frozen Date supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: United Arab Emirates, Bangladesh, India
Supplying Products: Fresh Date, Frozen Date, Dried Date +1
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: China, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Colombia, Mexico, Canada, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Spain, United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Grape, Canned Fruit, Fresh Avocado +5
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-13
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Date, Dried Date
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 4
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Ireland, Netherlands, New Zealand, United States, Turkiye, Italy, Canada, France, Australia, United Kingdom
Supplying Products: Raisins, Dried Apricots, Dried Fig +5
(Saudi Arabia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Bangladesh, Uzbekistan, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Turkiye, India
Supplying Products: Dried Date, Fresh Date, Frozen Date
(Saudi Arabia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Sri Lanka, Uzbekistan, Indonesia, Turkiye, United States, Russia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, India
Supplying Products: Fresh Date, Dried Date, Frozen Date
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Frozen Date Global Exporter Coverage
50 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Date supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Date (HS Code 081190) in 2024
For Frozen Date in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canada | 195,517,335.305 kg | 468,003,289.412 USD |
| 2 | Poland | 142,971,740.684 kg | 310,453,221 USD |
| 3 | Chile | 80,562,413.923 kg | 262,980,494.81 USD |
| 4 | Malaysia | 22,183,621.13 kg | 219,577,919.281 USD |
| 5 | United States | 87,088,514 kg | 217,692,387 USD |
| 6 | Netherlands | 61,692,102 kg | 162,722,889.783 USD |
| 7 | Mexico | 54,359,794 kg | 144,154,393 USD |
| 8 | Belgium | 41,284,107.35 kg | 124,628,663.559 USD |
| 9 | Turkiye | 34,464,593 kg | 99,452,298 USD |
| 10 | Greece | 35,272,296 kg | 71,192,924.246 USD |
Frozen Date Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Frozen Date Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
58 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Date demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Date Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-13
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Canada)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-14
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Mexico, India, Turkiye
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Global Importer Coverage
58 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Date.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Date (HS Code 081190) in 2024
For Frozen Date in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 356,384,292.514 kg | 892,810,438 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 157,861,411.929 kg | 317,225,095.643 USD |
| 3 | Thailand | 77,512,099.282 kg | 221,866,150.09 USD |
| 4 | Canada | 99,549,358.874 kg | 193,929,557.613 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 89,654,029.086 kg | 191,312,370.958 USD |
| 6 | Japan | 59,853,387 kg | 191,175,251.523 USD |
| 7 | Australia | 46,880,366.67 kg | 175,731,686.895 USD |
| 8 | South Korea | 61,977,070.986 kg | 158,182,987 USD |
| 9 | Belgium | 54,932,910.46 kg | 134,449,841.973 USD |
| 10 | United Kingdom | 49,893,632 kg | 132,225,424.309 USD |
Frozen Date Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Frozen Date
Frozen Date Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Frozen Date wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
| Country | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egypt | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frozen Date Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Frozen Date wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Egypt | 0.51 USD / kg | 0.50 USD / kg | 0.51 USD / kg | - |
Latest Frozen Date Wholesale Export Price Updates
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| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-01 | بلح *********** ******** * | 0.51 USD / kg |
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Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionFood Ingredient
Market
Frozen dates are a cold-chain fruit ingredient used in candy, confectionery inclusions, fillings, and date-sweetened formulations, where processors value a consistent, year-round supply and reduced spoilage risk versus fresh handling. Global date production is concentrated in North Africa and the Middle East (notably Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Iran, and Iraq), which shapes upstream availability and climate/water exposure. Public trade statistics often report dates as a broader category (frequently “fresh or dried”), so frozen-date flows are commonly embedded within larger date trade and contract manufacturing channels. Export availability is therefore tied to producing-country harvest windows but can be smoothed by freezing and cold storage, making logistics reliability and energy costs key market variables.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- EgyptLargest global producer in FAOSTAT-referenced reporting; large domestic market with expanding processing/packing capacity.
- Saudi ArabiaAmong the largest global producers; significant commercial production base in arid zones reliant on irrigation.
- AlgeriaMajor producer with important Sahara oasis production regions.
- IranMajor producer with diverse cultivars and regional production zones.
- IraqLarge producer; production variability can be influenced by water availability and local disruption.
- PakistanSignificant producer in South Asia with early-season harvest in some regions.
Major Exporting Countries
- Saudi ArabiaReported among top exporters for dates in UN Comtrade (via WITS); export programs include processed/packed forms.
- United Arab EmiratesReported among top exporters for dates in UN Comtrade (via WITS); trade hub with re-export activity alongside domestic production.
- IsraelReported among top exporters for dates in UN Comtrade (via WITS); strong presence in premium varieties (e.g., Medjool) in many markets.
- TunisiaReported among top exporters for dates in UN Comtrade (via WITS); well-established export supply chains and grading/packing for international markets.
- EgyptReported among leading exporters for dates in UN Comtrade (via WITS); growing role in processed and packaged date products.
Major Importing Countries
- IndiaReported among top importers for dates in UN Comtrade (via WITS); frozen-date ingredient volumes are not consistently isolated in public datasets.
- MoroccoReported among top importers for dates in UN Comtrade (via WITS); strong seasonal demand and re-distribution into regional markets.
- United Arab EmiratesReported among top importers for dates in UN Comtrade (via WITS); acts as a processing and re-export hub.
- FranceReported among top importers for dates in UN Comtrade (via WITS); part of broader EU processing and retail distribution demand.
- NetherlandsReported among leading importers for dates in UN Comtrade (via WITS); distribution gateway role for European food manufacturing and retail.
Supply Calendar
- Saudi Arabia:Aug, SepMain harvest window in late summer/early autumn; freezing/cold storage can extend export availability beyond harvest months.
- Egypt:Sep, OctAutumn harvest pattern; processing and freezing can support more even year-round shipment programs.
- Iran:Sep, OctAutumn harvest across major producing regions; varietal and regional differences can shift peak timing.
- Tunisia:Oct, NovLater-season harvest for key export varieties; widely used for international export programs.
- Pakistan:Jul, AugEarlier summer harvest in some regions; can complement North Africa timing for processors seeking staggered intake.
Specification
Major VarietiesMedjool, Deglet Noor, Khalas, Sukkari, Ajwa, Barhi, Zahidi
Physical Attributes
- High natural sugar content and sticky surface; piece separation can be sensitive to temperature fluctuations during storage and transit
- Whole (pitted or unpitted) and cut forms (diced, sliced, paste portions) are common buyer formats for confectionery use
- Skin integrity, absence of foreign matter, and defect rates (blemishes, insect damage) are key trade quality determinants
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture and soluble solids (commonly tracked as Brix) used to control texture, freezing behavior, and processing yield
- Microbiological criteria and contaminant/residue compliance are central to buyer specifications for food manufacturing inputs
Grades
- Contract specifications commonly define pit status (pitted/unpitted), piece size distribution, defect tolerances, and intended end-use (inclusion vs. paste/filling); grading conventions vary by supplier and buyer program
Packaging
- Bulk foodservice/industrial packs (poly-lined cartons, bag-in-box) for ingredient users
- Retail frozen packs (sealed pouches or cartons) for consumer snack and home-baking use where applicable
- Packaging selections emphasize moisture barrier performance and resistance to freezer burn and odor transfer
ProcessingRapid freezing is used to limit clumping and preserve piece definition; high sugar content can lower freezing point and affect firmness at typical frozen storage temperaturesPitting and sizing before freezing reduce downstream foreign-body risk and improve dosing accuracy for confectionery inclusions
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest → collection and inbound quality screening → washing/sorting → pitting (if specified) and sizing/cutting → freezing → frozen packaging → cold storage → reefer transport → importer/distributor freezer storage → confectionery manufacturing or retail distribution
Demand Drivers
- Use as a natural sweetening and binding ingredient in confectionery, snack bars, and fillings
- Clean-label positioning (fruit-based sweetness) and demand for plant-based formulations
- Processor preference for year-round availability and lower shrink versus ambient or fresh handling in certain applications
Temperature
- Frozen logistics typically require continuous storage and transport at or below -18°C with documented cold-chain integrity
- Thaw/refreeze cycles can cause clumping, surface crystallization, texture change, and elevated quality claims risk
Shelf Life
- Frozen storage materially extends usable life versus fresh handling, but declared shelf life is processor- and jurisdiction-dependent and driven by packaging barrier performance, temperature stability, and moisture migration control
Risks
Plant Health HighGlobal date supply is vulnerable to destructive date palm pests and diseases, notably red palm weevil and Bayoud (Fusarium wilt) in key producing regions; outbreaks can reduce yields, increase orchard mortality, and trigger tighter phytosanitary controls that disrupt export programs.Implement orchard-level surveillance and integrated pest management, maintain quarantine and certified planting material programs, and diversify sourcing across multiple origins to reduce single-region exposure.
Climate HighDate production is concentrated in arid and semi-arid regions where extreme heat, drought, and water allocation constraints can impair fruit set, reduce size/quality, and elevate irrigation and pumping costs, amplifying price volatility for processors.Monitor water policy and drought indicators in major origins, qualify alternate origins and packers, and consider contract structures that share climate-related cost swings.
Cold Chain MediumFrozen dates require reliable low-temperature storage and transport; power price spikes, cold-store constraints, and port delays can lead to temperature excursions and quality loss (clumping, texture change), increasing rejection and claims risk.Use temperature data loggers, validate freezer capacity at nodes, contract reefer space in advance for peak periods, and specify corrective action protocols for excursions.
Food Safety MediumProcessing-water hygiene, equipment sanitation, and foreign-body control (especially pit fragments in pitted formats) are critical; failures can cause recalls or import detentions in high-compliance markets.Apply HACCP-based controls, include pit-fragment detection/inspection steps where relevant, and align microbiological and contaminant testing plans with destination-market requirements.
Regulatory Compliance MediumPesticide residue compliance and labeling requirements vary by destination market, and frozen ingredient supply chains can involve repacking or re-export hubs, increasing documentation and traceability complexity.Align residue monitoring with target-market MRLs, maintain lot-level traceability through repacking, and pre-validate label and documentation templates for major destinations.
Sustainability
- Water stewardship and irrigation reliance in arid production zones (groundwater depletion, salinity risk, and competing demands)
- Heat stress and climate variability affecting yields and fruit quality in major producing regions
- Cold-chain energy intensity (freezing, storage, and reefer transport) and related emissions exposure depending on power mix
Labor & Social
- Migrant and seasonal labor conditions in parts of the Middle East and North Africa supply base
- Traceability and subcontracting risks when dates are aggregated through intermediaries before processing/freezing
FAQ
Which countries are most important to global date supply relevant to frozen dates?Global date production is concentrated in North Africa and the Middle East, with Egypt and Saudi Arabia among the largest producers and Algeria, Iran, Iraq, and Pakistan also significant. These origins matter for frozen-date inputs because freezing typically starts from the same upstream harvest and packing base described in FAO/FAOSTAT production reporting.
Why is cold-chain reliability such a big issue for frozen dates used in confectionery?Frozen dates are sensitive to temperature instability: thaw/refreeze cycles can cause clumping and texture changes that make dosing and appearance control harder in confectionery lines. Maintaining continuous frozen storage and reefer transport is therefore a core trade requirement, and disruptions translate quickly into quality claims risk.
What is the single biggest agricultural risk that could disrupt global date supply?Date supply can be severely disrupted by major date palm pests and diseases, especially red palm weevil and Bayoud (Fusarium wilt) in key producing regions. These threats can cut yields, increase orchard mortality, and lead to tighter phytosanitary controls that disrupt export programs, as reflected in IPPC/EPPO and FAO technical references.
Sources
Frozen Date Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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Germany
Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
Japan
Australia
Egypt
Israel
Austria
Iran
Tunisia
Netherlands
Pakistan
All country market pages: Ukraine, China, United States, Vietnam, India, Jordan, Belgium, Morocco, South Africa, France, Kuwait, Thailand, Zambia, Canada, Oman, Malaysia, United Kingdom, Poland, Turkiye, Indonesia, Peru, Chile, Spain, Italy, Mexico, South Korea, Serbia, Switzerland, Costa Rica, Greece, Sweden, Guatemala, Qatar, Denmark, Norway, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, Finland, Czechia, Ecuador, New Zealand, Portugal, Azerbaijan, Hungary, Latvia, Singapore, Brazil, Slovakia, Uzbekistan, Croatia, Sri Lanka, Bulgaria, Romania, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Colombia, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Fiji, Gabon, Hong Kong, Honduras, Ireland, Iceland, Jamaica, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Laos, Liberia, Luxembourg, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Panama, Philippines, Paraguay, Slovenia, Senegal, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zimbabwe
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