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The UAE occupies a unique position in the global dates trade — it is both a producer, with extensive palm cultivation in Al Ain and Liwa, and one of the world's largest re-export hubs, channeling dates from Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Iraq through Jebel Ali and Dubai's ports into Europe, Asia, and Africa. Dates trading here spans everything from single-variety premium exports like Ajwa and Khalas to bulk commodity shipments destined for confectionery manufacturers. Buyers sourcing through DCCIInfo's directory gain access to companies handling packaging, private labeling, cold storage, and container-load export logistics.
Dates trading covers the sourcing, import, export, wholesale distribution, and retail supply of fresh, dried, and processed date varieties. Companies in this category range from small family-run traders supplying local grocery markets to large export houses handling bulk container shipments to international buyers.
These companies handle container-load shipments of commodity-grade dates, typically sourced from Saudi Arabia and Iran, for re-export to Europe, Africa, and South Asia.
Focused on single-variety, packaged, gift-grade dates such as Ajwa, Sukkari, and Medjool, often supplying supermarket chains and gourmet retailers.
These traders supply date paste, syrup, and confectionery-grade dates to bakeries, chocolatiers, and food manufacturers across the UAE and wider GCC.
DCCIInfo's directory currently lists 175 verified dates trading companies across the UAE, giving buyers direct phone and address access to established wholesalers, exporters, and value-added processors without relying on unverified marketplace listings.
Dates trading remains one of UAE's most established foodstuff trade categories, blending domestic cultivation with a re-export role that connects Gulf and South Asian producers to global buyers. Whether sourcing bulk commodity-grade shipments or premium branded dates, working with a verified, licensed trader listed on DCCIInfo reduces sourcing risk and ensures compliance with UAE food safety and halal certification standards.
A reputable UAE dates supplier should hold halal certification aligned with GSO 993 and comply with Dubai Municipality Food Safety Department or ADAFSA food safety requirements.
Wholesale traders supply commodity-grade dates in bulk for further processing, while premium traders supply packaged, branded, single-variety dates for retail.
Verify a dates trading company by checking its trade license, requesting halal certification documents, and confirming its listed address and phone number.