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Argentina: Date Market 2025

Date Market Size in Argentina

In 2022, the Argentinian date market increased by 75% to $X, rising for the third consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption showed a resilient expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Date Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, exports of dates from Argentina dropped dramatically to X tons, reducing by -26.5% compared with 2021. In general, exports, however, showed strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 1,347% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, date exports fell to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 1,464% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Malaysia (X tons) was the main destination for date exports from Argentina, accounting for a 59% share of total exports. Moreover, date exports to Malaysia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Estonia (X tons), more than tenfold. Qatar (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 5.5% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Malaysia amounted to +26.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Estonia (0.0% per year) and Qatar (+27.0% per year).

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) remains the key foreign market for dates exports from Argentina, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Qatar ($X), with a 3.6% share of total exports. It was followed by Estonia, with a 1.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Malaysia totaled +30.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Qatar (+22.2% per year) and Estonia (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average date export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 112%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Kuwait ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Estonia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Kuwait (+20.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Date Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2022, approx. X tons of dates were imported into Argentina; with an increase of 47% against the previous year. Overall, imports enjoyed strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 61% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, date imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 85% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Egypt (X tons), Algeria (X tons) and Iran (X tons) were the main suppliers of date imports to Argentina, with a combined 73% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Algeria (with a CAGR of +153.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Israel ($X), Egypt ($X) and Algeria ($X) constituted the largest date suppliers to Argentina, with a combined 69% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Algeria, with a CAGR of +155.9%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average date import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 20% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of 23%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Israel ($X per ton), while the price for Iran ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+13.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for dates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of date consumption in 2021 were Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Algeria, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, India, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, Tunisia and Libya, which together accounted for a further 45%.

What are the largest producers of dates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of date production in 2021 were Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran, together comprising 48% of global production. Algeria, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Tunisia, Libya and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 45%.

What are the leading suppliers of dates to Argentina?

In value terms, Israel, Egypt and Tunisia constituted the largest date suppliers to Argentina, together accounting for 83% of total imports. These countries were followed by Palestine and China, which together accounted for a further 12%.

What are the leading importers of dates from Argentina?

In value terms, Canada remains the key foreign market for date exports from Argentina, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Kuwait, with a 27% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for dates in Argentina?

In 2021, the average date export price amounted to $2,665 per ton, with a decrease of -8.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dates in Argentina?

The average date import price stood at $2,011 per ton in 2021, picking up by 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the date market in Argentina. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 577 - Dates

Country coverage:

Argentina

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024