Medjool Dates Wholesale India (2025): Price, Sizes & Shelf Life

Medjool Dates in India (2025): Price, Size-Count Grades, Shelf-Life & Wholesale Guide

By Mohammad Abid Hurzuk • 7 Sep 2025 • Updated 7 Sep 2025

Jumbo Medjool (16–18, 18–22 count/kg) are premium gifting & gourmet favourites.

This India-focused Medjool guide covers size-count grades, indicative wholesale prices, storage, quality checks, FSSAI labeling, packaging, and where to buy—so retailers, distributors, HORECA and D2C brands can protect margins and deliver consistent quality.

Quick Answer

• What makes Medjool special? Large, soft-chewy, caramel-like sweetness; strong gifting & premium retail appeal.
• Popular size-counts (per kg): Jumbo 16–18, 18–22; Large 22–26, 26–30; Choice 30–36.
• Indicative wholesale (₹/kg, 2025): Market-linked and grade-dependent; verify live quotes before POs.
• Shelf life: 6–9 months cool (10–15 °C, ≤60% RH); refrigerate to extend. Avoid temperature shock/condensation.
• Where to buy: APMC Dates Market (Vashi, Navi Mumbai), verified importers, or vetted B2B suppliers.

Note: Ranges vary by origin, grade, currency and season. Confirm duty/GST and inland logistics for landed ₹/kg.

On this page

1. What is Medjool? Taste, texture & use-cases
2. Size-count grades & how to read cartons
3. Indicative wholesale prices (2025)
4. Storage & shelf-life in Indian conditions
5. Quality checks that save money
6. Packaging formats & labeling (FSSAI)
7. Where to buy & supplier verification
8. Copy-paste RFQ template (spec-driven)
9. Buyer FAQs

What is Medjool? Taste, texture & key use-cases

Medjool dates are large to extra-large, naturally sweet with caramel-toffee notes and a soft-chewy bite. The visual cues—plump shape, light skin wrinkling with intact seams—signal quality. In India, Medjool anchors premium retail, gourmet hampers and hotel amenities, and pairs well with nuts, dark chocolate and cheeses for high-value bundles.

Occasions
Ramadan, Eid, Diwali, corporate gifts, wedding favours.

D2C ideas
Stuffed Medjool (almonds/walnuts), chocolate-dipped, assorted premium samplers.

HORECA
Welcome platters, smoothies, luxury desserts, nutrition bars.

Nutrition
Natural sugars, fibre, potassium; no added sugar in whole dates.

Size-count grades & how to read Medjool cartons

Medjool grading typically references count per kg (the lower the count, the bigger the fruit). Always match your target MRP to a size-count that sustains margins.

Grade (common)	Approx. count/kg	What you’ll see on cartons	Best for
Jumbo	16–18 • 18–22	“Jumbo 18–22”, origin & crop year, packer/brand	Luxury gifting, flagship SKUs
Large	22–26 • 26–30	“Large 22–26/26–30”, usually better value	Premium retail, hampers
Choice / Medium	30–36	“Choice 30–36”, budget-conscious lines	Retail everyday premium

Carton tip: Check that count, crop year, batch/lot and origin on the carton match the proforma quote and samples.

Indicative wholesale prices (2025)

Medjool pricing in India is market-linked and sensitive to size-count, origin, crop freshness, currency and seasonality (especially Ramadan & festive quarters). Use the matrix below as a planning framework and always request written quotes for your spec.

Grade	Typical packs	Indicative notes	Margin ideas
Jumbo (16–18 / 18–22)	1 kg luxury boxes, 5 kg masters	Highest band; pays off in corporate gifting & premium D2C	Bundle with nuts/chocolate to lift AOV
Large (22–26 / 26–30)	500 g & 1 kg retail, 5–10 kg cartons	Strong value-to-perception; best for mainstream premium	Offer tiered SKUs to widen price ladder
Choice (30–36)	1 kg boxes, bulk cartons	Budget entry to the Medjool name; watch defect tolerances	Position as “everyday premium”

Disclaimer: Figures vary day-to-day. Confirm FOB/CIF + duty + GST + inland and wastage before locking landed ₹/kg.

Storage & shelf-life in Indian conditions

• Target environment: 10–15 °C, ≤60% RH for routine storage; colder (4–8 °C) extends life. Avoid odour migration.
• Shelf-life: Typically 6–9 months cool; refrigeration extends quality; freezing up to ~24 months (airtight).
• Transit & handling: Avoid temperature shock—condensation can cause tackiness and surface issues.
• FEFO: First-expiry-first-out rotation by batch & crop year; separate moist vs semi-dry varieties.

Monsoon tip: Use insulated vehicles, expedite unloading, and stage cartons in cool rooms before repacking.

Quality checks that protect margins

1. Open & taste 3–5 pieces from random boxes—assess chew, sweetness and aftertaste (no fermentation notes).
2. Visuals: Plump shape, minimal skin lift, no sugar crystallization or embedded grit.
3. Count audit: Weigh 1 kg and count fruits—confirm grade claim (e.g., 22–26 truly averages there).
4. Pit integrity: For pitted lines, check fragments ppm against your spec (industrial buyers).
5. Packaging & seals: Strong laminates, intact seals, correct label data (batch, MFD/BBE, net quantity).

For high-volume lots, consider third-party inspection and simple moisture/aw tests.

Packaging formats & FSSAI labeling

Format	Where it wins	Notes
Luxury 1 kg box (window/insert)	Corporate gifts, festive retail	Premium board, gold foil, tamper seal
500 g stand-up pouch	Modern trade & D2C	Zip, matte film, nitrogen/MAP optional
5–10 kg master carton	Wholesale/HORECA	Inner liner; print grade & count on outer

FSSAI label must-haves (India): Product name, net quantity, MRP, veg logo, batch/lot, packed on & best-before, license no., packer/importer details, customer care. Add allergen note if stuffed with nuts.

Where to buy & how to verify suppliers

APMC Dates Market (Vashi, Navi Mumbai) remains India’s most active hub for premium dates. You’ll also find stockists in Mumbai/Delhi/Chennai/Ahmedabad and vetted B2B platforms.

Verification checklist

• Collect GST & FSSAI details + 2 recent buyer references.
• Match cartons to quotes (origin, crop year, grade, count/kg).
• Run a pilot PO; track transit, damage rate and claim handling.
• Scale only after two clean cycles and documented QC.

Request wholesale quote Email supplier support

Copy-paste RFQ template (spec-driven)

Subject: RFQ – Medjool Dates (Grade & Count), , 

Hello ,

We seek Medjool dates for premium retail in India.

Specs:
• Origin:  • Crop Year: 
• Size-count: 
• Pack: <1 kg box / 500 g pouch / 5–10 kg master carton>
• Moisture & QC: Supplier standard; defect tolerances shared
• Quantity (first PO / monthly): 
• Delivery:  • Timeline: 
• Documents: FSSAI, importer/packer details, CoA if applicable
• Incoterm:  • Payment: 
• Validity: Quote valid for  days

Please confirm:
1) Unit price (₹/kg) by grade & pack
2) MOQ & lead time
3) Logistics options (insulated/reefer for warm routes)
4) Photos + 1–2 kg sample availability

Thanks,
 • GSTIN/FSSAI • Phone/Email
      

Medjool Buyer FAQs (2025)

Is Medjool better than Ajwa for gifting?

They serve different segments. Medjool = jumbo, caramel-soft; Ajwa = heritage value with a firmer bite. Many brands stock both at different price points.

Which size-count sells fastest?

Large (22–26 / 26–30) balances perception and price for mainstream premium retail. Jumbo (18–22) excels in luxury gifting.

How do I avoid overpaying?

Specify count/kg, origin, crop year and defect tolerances in your RFQ. Compare landed ₹/kg (incl. duty/GST/inland) across suppliers.

What’s a safe “best-before” at room temp?

Often 6–9 months in cool, dry conditions. Refrigeration extends life; always follow your packer’s guidance and print FEFO-friendly batch codes.

Do I need temperature-controlled transport?

Recommended for long or hot routes. At minimum, use insulated vehicles, avoid mid-day loading, and move cartons promptly to cool storage.

Disclaimer: Information here is operational guidance; prices and regulations change. Confirm live quotes, taxes and specs with suppliers and advisors before purchase.

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