Dates exports from Israel: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Israel exported dates worth $262.7 million (53.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 141 countries. That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $262.7M | 53.7K t |
| 2023 | $237.6M | 54.6K t |
| 2022 | $211.4M | 49.1K t |
| 2021 | $205.6M | 57.0K t |
| 2020 | $161.7M | 31.3K t |
| 2019 | $150.0M | 36.7K t |
| 2018 | $132.8M | 28.3K t |
| 2017 | $135.1M | 31.0K t |
Where Israel exports dates to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (24%), Russia (11%), United Kingdom (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $62.6M | 24% |
| Russia | $29.8M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $25.4M | 9.7% |
| France | $21.2M | 8.1% |
| Germany | $17.3M | 6.6% |
| Spain | $17.3M | 6.6% |
| United States | $11.9M | 4.5% |
| Italy | $10.5M | 4% |
| Canada | $9.8M | 3.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $8.6M | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.89 per kg, 279% above the world average of $1.29. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel dates exports (HS 0804.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0804.10: Fruit, edible: dates, fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of dates exported by Israel?
Israel exported dates worth $262.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 53.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 141 countries worldwide, with 11% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy dates from Israel?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($62.6 million), followed by Russia (11%) and the United Kingdom (10%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 70 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average export price of dates per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.89 per kg in 2024, 279% above the world average of $1.29 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of dates from Israel changed since 2017?
Exports went from $135.1 million in 2017 to $262.7 million in 2024, an increase of 94%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $187.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for dates?
The HS code for dates is subheading 0804.10. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0804 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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