Fresh or dried dates, a staple fruit in Middle Eastern cuisine. Iraq, Iran, and UAE are among the world's largest producers and exporters.
Dates are eaten fresh, dried, or pressed into syrup and paste used in baking and confectionery. They are a dietary staple during Ramadan for nearly two billion Muslims worldwide. Iraq's Basra region and Iran's southern provinces produce hundreds of varieties, many of which have no commercial substitute.
India is the largest buyer, importing $253 million from Hormuz suppliers.
Pakistan is the most dependent, sourcing 95% of its imports of this product from Hormuz suppliers.
Outside Hormuz, Saudi Arabia leads with 18.2% of global exports.
Hormuz suppliers' share of global fruit, edible: dates, fresh or dried exports has grown over the period covered.