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Egyptian Date Exports to Russia: Semi-Dry Date Market Guide
Russia is a growing market for Egyptian dates. Beyond its Muslim-majority regions — where Ramadan drives strong demand — dates are increasingly sold as a healthy snack and natural sweetener across Russian retail. Egypt, the world’s largest date producer, supplies affordable semi-dry Siwi and premium Medjool via the short Black Sea route. This guide covers the best varieties, logistics, market requirements, the season calendar, and how to open a supply program. HS code 0804.10.
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Quick Answer: Egyptian Dates to Russia
- Product: dates — semi-dry (Siwi), soft and premium (Medjool) (HS 0804.10).
- Egypt’s position: the world’s largest date producer; a growing supplier to Russia.
- Russia’s role: Ramadan demand in Muslim regions plus a growing healthy-snack market.
- Best varieties: Siwi (semi-dry, the workhorse), Medjool (premium), Barhi.
- Main route: reefer/ambient from Alexandria / Damietta to Novorossiysk.
- Storage: semi-dry/dry dates ambient; soft/Medjool chilled (~0–4 °C).
- Compliance: phytosanitary (Rosselkhoznadzor), EAEU labeling, Halal on request.
- Incoterms: FOB / CIF / CFR — confirm per booking.
Why Egyptian Dates Work for the Russian Market
Russia’s date demand has two engines: Ramadan consumption in its Muslim-majority regions, and a broader, growing appetite for dates as a healthy snack and natural sweetener in mainstream retail. Egypt, the world’s largest producer, supplies both segments with affordable semi-dry Siwi and premium Medjool, over a short Black Sea reefer route that keeps costs down.
For Russian importers, Egyptian dates offer scale, a value-to-premium range and economical logistics year-round from storage.
Best Varieties for Russia
| Variety | Type / profile | Russia fit |
|---|---|---|
| Siwi | Semi-dry, amber, sweet, great keeping | ★★★ The volume workhorse |
| Medjool | Large, soft, premium | ★★★ Premium retail & snacking |
| Barhi | Soft, honey-like | ★★ Premium soft |
For full product detail see the Egyptian Dates Export Report.
Logistics: Egypt to Russia
- Ports of loading: Alexandria, Damietta, Port Said.
- Ports of discharge: Novorossiysk (Black Sea, primary); St Petersburg onward.
- Storage/temperature: semi-dry/dry dates ambient; soft & Medjool chilled ~0–4 °C.
- Packing: 5/10 kg bulk cartons; retail 400 g–1 kg packs; Medjool in trays; palletised.
- Transit: short Mediterranean-to-Black-Sea sailing — economical.
Russian Market Requirements
- Phytosanitary certificate meeting Rosselkhoznadzor requirements.
- EAEU compliance and Russian-market labeling.
- Documentation: certificate of origin, commercial invoice, packing list, weight/quality certificate.
- Quality assurance: HACCP / ISO 22000 at the packing facility; Halal certificate on request.
- Labeling: Russian-language labeling with product, grade, net weight, crop year and producer.
Season & Shipping Window
| Period | Activity | Russia notes |
|---|---|---|
| Aug–Oct | Date harvest & grading | New-crop packing |
| Pre-Ramadan | Seasonal peak | Muslim-region demand rises |
| Year-round | Storage supply | Healthy-snack retail continuous |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Russia import Egyptian dates?
Yes. Russia is a growing market for Egyptian dates — Ramadan demand in its Muslim-majority regions plus a broader healthy-snack retail trend. Egypt is the world’s largest date producer.
Which Egyptian date varieties suit Russia?
Semi-dry Siwi is the volume workhorse, with premium Medjool for retail and snacking and soft Barhi as a premium option.
How are Egyptian dates shipped to Russia?
From Alexandria or Damietta to Novorossiysk — semi-dry/dry dates in ambient containers, soft and Medjool dates chilled at about 0–4 °C.
What documents are required to import Egyptian dates into Russia?
A phytosanitary certificate meeting Rosselkhoznadzor requirements, EAEU-compliant labeling, certificate of origin, commercial invoice, packing list, and HACCP/ISO 22000 (Halal on request).
Request a Quote for the Russian Market
Building a Russia date program? PEI Trade supplies semi-dry Siwi, premium Medjool and other Egyptian dates in bulk or retail packs, with appropriate ambient or chilled handling, EAEU-ready documentation (Halal on request) and reefer delivery to Novorossiysk. Tell us your varieties, grades, packing and delivery window for a competitive offer.
How to Cite This Page
PEI Trade. “Egyptian Date Exports to Russia: Semi-Dry Date Market Guide.” peitrade.com, 2026, https://peitrade.com/egyptian-date-exports-to-russia/
Sources: PEI Trade Egyptian Dates Export Report (Egypt world’s largest producer; EU/Russia growing markets); WITS/UN Comtrade Egypt dates exports (HS 0804.10). Country-level Russia volume qualitative. HS code 0804.10.
Related
- Report: Egyptian Dates Export Report 2026
- Seasonal calendar: Egyptian Export Season Calendar
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