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Malaysia: Date Market 2024

Date Market Size in Malaysia

In 2022, the Malaysian date market decreased by X% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Date consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

Date Exports

Exports from Malaysia

After two years of growth, overseas shipments of dates decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports, however, posted a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then contracted modestly in the following year.

In value terms, date exports fell to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Thailand (X tons) was the main destination for date exports from Malaysia, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, date exports to Thailand exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Indonesia (X tons), ninefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Singapore (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Thailand stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Indonesia (X% per year) and Singapore (X% per year).

In value terms, Thailand ($X) remains the key foreign market for dates exports from Malaysia, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Singapore ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Indonesia, with an X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Thailand amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Singapore (X% per year) and Indonesia (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average date export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of X%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Thailand ($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 Vietnam (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Date Imports

Imports into Malaysia

In 2022, purchases abroad of dates decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, date imports fell to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

Imports by Country

Tunisia (X tons), Iran (X tons) and Saudi Arabia (X tons) were the main suppliers of date imports to Malaysia, together accounting for X% of total imports. China, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Algeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

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 X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Tunisia ($X), Saudi Arabia ($X) and Iran ($X) were the largest date suppliers to Malaysia, with a combined X% share of total imports. China, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Algeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

Algeria, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average date import price amounted to $X per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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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 consumption in 2023 were Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Algeria, together comprising 41% of global consumption. Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, India, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, Tunisia and Libya lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 45%.

What are the largest producers of dates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran, together accounting for 48% of global production. Algeria, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Tunisia, Libya, China and Morocco lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 47%.

What are the leading suppliers of dates to Malaysia?

In value terms, Tunisia, Saudi Arabia and Iran constituted the largest date suppliers to Malaysia, together accounting for 63% of total imports. China, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Algeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

What are the leading importers of dates from Malaysia?

In value terms, Thailand remains the key foreign market for dates exports from Malaysia, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Singapore, with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Indonesia, with an 11% share.

What is the average export price for dates in Malaysia?

The average date export price stood at $1,000 per ton in 2022, falling by -6.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dates in Malaysia?

The average date import price stood at $2,490 per ton in 2022, approximately reflecting the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the date market in Malaysia. 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:

Malaysia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Malaysia
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023