Al Barakah Dates Factory

What Al Barakah Dates Factory does

Al Barakah Dates Factory L.L.C. is a Dubai-based, family-owned food production company that processes and packages premium UAE and Saudi Arabian whole dates and a range of date-based ingredients including date paste, dark and golden date syrup, date powder, chopped dates, and date spread. Founded in 1982 by Saleem Mohamed and now led by his son CEO Yousuf Saleem, the company operates what it describes as the world's largest privately-owned dates factory — an 800,000+ sq ft facility in Dubai Industrial City with annual production capacity of 100,000-120,000 metric tonnes, 40,000-47,000 metric tonnes of cold storage, and fully automated robotic sorting, washing, and packaging lines. It also operates the DateX sub-brand, which converts date seed and fiber by-products into date fiber, cold-pressed date kernel oil, and date seed powder for cosmetics, nutraceuticals, and sustainable packaging.

The company sells primarily into B2B food and beverage manufacturers (confectionery, bakery, cereal, baby food, beverage, protein bar, snack categories), private label/brand owners seeking custom-branded date products, and a smaller retail consumer base served via its own WooCommerce storefront, Amazon, and regional distributors like Kibsons International. Exports reach 90-97 countries, with the United States the leading destination for processed products and Bangladesh, India, and Indonesia among the top markets for packaged dates. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales plus professional services for private labelling, with retail unit pricing published online (e.g., Date Syrup 400g at AED 70) and enterprise/private label pricing quoted per order.

Growth strategy centers on international manufacturing expansion (a new Saudi Arabia facility in 2025, Candor Dates Private Limited in India formed in 2022 with USD 20 million committed), product surface extension via DateX into higher-value cosmeceutical and nutraceutical categories, and sustainability leadership (first solar-powered dates factory in 2019, Middle East's first BRCGS Grade A certification in 2017). The company is privately held with no institutional funding disclosed and 51-100 employees, supported by stacked regulatory credentials (BRCGS, EU/USDA Organic, Halal, Kosher, Sedex) and a Khalifa University R&D collaboration signed in January 2024.

Name

Al Barakah Dates Factory

Legal name

Al Barakah Dates Factory L.L.C.

Website

https://albarakahdatesfactory.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Al Barakah Dates Factory is a Dubai-based, family-owned food producer operating the world's largest privately-owned dates factory, processing UAE and Saudi whole dates plus date-based ingredients (paste, syrups, powder, spreads) for B2B food manufacturers, private label brands, and retail consumers across 90+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Date Processing & Date-Based Ingredients Manufacturing

NAICS

Spice and Extract Manufacturing (311942), Starch and Vegetable Fats and Oils Manufacturing (31122), Mayonnaise, Dressing, and Other Prepared Sauce Manufacturing (311941)

SIC

Canned, Frozen & Preservd Fruit, Veg & Food Specialties (2030), Miscellaneous Food Preparations & Kindred Products (2090)

akta.pro primary industry

Coconut & Date Palm Plantations (Coconuts, Dates) (AFAGACAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Soft Drink & Carbonated Beverage Syrups (AFAFAGAA), Edible Oil Packaging, Bottling & Private Label Manufacturing (AFAKAEAJ)

Keywords

• Date processing
• Date ingredients
• Private label dates
• Organic date syrup
• Date by-products

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Whole Dates Sales: Processing and packaging premium UAE and Saudi Arabian dates varieties including Khalas, Ajwa, Lulu, Dabbas, Naghal, Barhi, Fard, Shishi, Bumaan, Khinezi, Sayer, Safawi, Berni, Mabroom, Sukkary. Available in various packaging from 50g retail to 10kg bulk.
2. Date Ingredients: Date-based ingredients including Date Paste, Dark Date Syrup, Golden Date Syrup, Date Powder, Chopped Dates, and Date Spread sold to food and beverage manufacturers.
3. DateX By-Product Innovation: Date fiber, date kernel oil, and date seed powder sold to cosmetics, nutraceuticals, and food supplement industries as sustainable ingredients.
4. Private Labelling Services: Custom branding solutions allowing partners to market premium date products under their own brand with flexible packaging options and regulatory compliance for exports to 80+ countries.
5. Retail E-commerce: Direct-to-consumer sales through own e-commerce store with products like Date Syrup 400g (AED 70), Date Paste 500g (AED 40), Khalas Dates 7KG (AED 95), and Chopped Dates 10KG (AED 195).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Al Barakah Dates Factory harvests, processes, and packages premium whole dates sourced from the UAE and Saudi Arabia, and manufactures a range of date-based ingredients including date paste, dark and golden date syrup, date powder, chopped dates, and date spread. Under its DateX sub-brand, it produces upcycled by-products (date fiber, date kernel oil, date seed powder) for cosmetics, nutraceuticals, and sustainable packaging. It also offers private labelling services and a Date Innovation Centre for R&D and pilot testing.

Product overview

Al Barakah Dates Factory operates as a diversified dates and date-based ingredients company with a multi-brand portfolio. The core offering includes premium whole dates from UAE and Saudi Arabia (UAE Dates and Saudi Dates) available in varieties such as Khalas, Ajwa, Lulu, and others. The Date Ingredients division processes dates into value-added products including Date Paste, Dark Date Syrup, Golden Date Syrup, Date Powder, Chopped Dates, and Date Spread. The company also operates the DateX sub-brand focusing on sustainable by-product innovation, producing Date Fiber, Date Kernel Oil, and Date Seed Powder from date seeds and fibers. Supporting services include Private Labelling Services for custom branding and the Date Innovation Centre for R&D and pilot testing. The company exports to over 90 countries with manufacturing facilities in Dubai Industrial City and Saudi Arabia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DateX: Innovation brand dedicated to transforming date seed and fiber by-products into high-value sustainable products for cosmetics, nutraceuticals, coffee, food supplements, and sustainable packaging.

Products and services

• UAE Dates Premium whole dates sourced from the UAE, available in varieties including Naghal, Barhi, Fard, Shishi, Bumaan, Khalas, Khinezi, Sayer, Lulu, and Dabbas. Available in packaging formats from 500g to 10kg for retail, foodservice, and industrial buyers.
• Saudi Dates Premium whole dates sourced from Saudi Arabia, including Ajwa, Berni, Mabroom, Safawi, and Sukkary varieties, known for rich flavour profiles and premium quality.
• Date Paste Natural, highly nutritious date paste made from pure dates with no artificial additives, designed for confectionery and bakery industries. Available in retail packs (200g to 1Kg) and bulk packs (5Kg to 25Kg).
• Dark Date Syrup Premium natural date syrup/molasses produced on a fully-automated production line, offering rich flavor and nutrients as a wholesome alternative to conventional sweeteners for food and beverage industries.
• Golden Date Syrup All-natural golden date syrup with rich caramel color and taste, made by simmering golden dates with water and reducing to syrupy consistency. Ideal for desserts, beverages, candy fillings, and as a topping.
• Date Powder Finely ground date sugar made from 100% natural dates, serving as a healthy substitute for white and brown sugars. Rich in potassium, magnesium, copper, and essential nutrients; ideal for baking, cooking, and beverages.
• Chopped Dates Machine-processed diced dates free from foreign material and pit fragments. Ideal for cereals, oatmeal, muffins, snack bars, granola, and energy bites. Naturally rich in fiber with chewy texture and caramel-like sweetness.
• Date Spread Bake-stable creamy date spread made entirely from dates. Ideal filling for baked products and baby-safe food products. Naturally sweet with creamy texture, adds flavor and moisture without added sugars.
• Date Fiber (DateX) Premium sustainable date fiber product made from date seeds. High in dietary fiber, supports digestive health and gut microbiota. Eco-friendly ingredient ideal for gut health, clean-label foods, and sustainable product formulations.
• Date Kernel Oil (DateX) Cold-pressed, chemical-free premium oil sourced from date kernels. Rich in Vitamin E, polyphenols, Omega 9 and Omega 6. Used in skincare, haircare, nutraceuticals, and cosmetics.
• Date Seed Powder (DateX) Nutrient-dense superfood available as date seeds or finely ground powder. Rich in fibre, antioxidants, and minerals. Used as caffeine-free coffee substitute, skincare ingredient, and animal feed additive.
• Private Labelling Services Private labelling services for dates and date ingredients offering flexible design adaptation or full artwork development, custom branding solutions, flexible packaging options, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance support for exports to 80+ countries.
• Date Innovation Centre R&D hub for product innovation, pilot testing, and cross-industry collaborations. Partners with universities and food science labs for functional ingredients, custom product development, and sustainable solutions powered by circular economy principles.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100,000 tonnes annual processing capacity serving global manufacturers
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Al Jalila Foundation UAEminorOthers · 18 April 2025Support for Al Jalila Foundation UAE's initiatives reflecting spirit of solidarity and generosity, aligning with UAE's commitment to giving and charitable work.
• Khalifa UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 January 2024Collaboration agreement to support research and development in date seed oil extraction and related innovations. Khalifa University's scientific expertise combined with Al Barakah's industry knowledge aims to enhance efficiency and sustainability of date seed applications. Partnership drives innovation transforming byproducts into valuable resources supporting UAE's food sector and global sustainability goals.
• 1 Billion Meals Endowment CampaignminorOthers · 5 April 2023Contribution of Dh10 million to the '1 Billion Meals Endowment' campaign, a charitable initiative supporting food security and community welfare.
• UAE F&B Innovation Lab 2.0minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2022Participation in UAE F&B Innovation Lab 2.0 bootcamp at UAE University, Al-Ain. Collaborated with young talents on food innovation challenges and future trends with aspiring food technologists.
• Candor Dates Private LimitedcoreOthers · 1 January 2022Strategic subsidiary formation in India for market expansion and strategic growth. Represents significant investment in Indian market as part of USD 20 million expansion plan.
• TAFA Football TeamminorOthers · 1 January 2019Main sponsor of TAFA Football team during Abu Dhabi Cup 2019 at Zayed Sports City. TAFA is a Sri-Lanka based football coaching academy promoting sport and fitness.
• AUS (American University of Sharjah) Alumni Bench InitiativeminorOthersContribution to AUS Commemorative Bench initiative that raised over AED 1.2 million in support of student scholarships. Supporting education and community development.
• The Faraj FundminorOthersSupport for UAE's Faraj Fund mission to alleviate financial burdens of prisoners and reunite families, promoting dignity, social stability, and second chances.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Al Foah: UAE government-backed date producer and one of the world's largest date processors, headquartered in Al Ain. Directly comparable to Al Barakah as a UAE-based date manufacturer serving global B2B and B2C customers.
• Bateel: Premium Saudi/UAE-based date brand and gourmet date products manufacturer with global retail footprint. Comparable to Al Barakah in premium date product positioning, private-label capability, and Gulf-origin dates, though more retail-skewed.
• Hadiklaim Date Growers: Israeli cooperative of date growers and one of the largest Medjool date exporters globally. Comparable to Al Barakah in date sourcing, processing, and global B2B distribution of premium date varieties.
• Lion Dates (Arab Company for Dates): Saudi Arabia-based dates producer and exporter operating in the same Gulf-origin date supply chain. Comparable to Al Barakah in dates sourcing, processing, and exporting premium Saudi date varieties to global markets.
• Date Crown: Saudi Arabia-based date processing and exporting company. Comparable to Al Barakah in B2B dates supply, private labelling, and ingredient manufacturing for global food manufacturers.
• Mariani Packing Company: US-based dried fruit and date ingredient processor serving B2B food manufacturers. Comparable to Al Barakah in date ingredient manufacturing (chopped dates, date paste, date syrup) for industrial food customers.
• Sahara Dates Co. Tunisian dates exporter specializing in Deglet Noor and other premium varieties. Comparable to Al Barakah in global B2B date exports, multi-variety sourcing, and serving food manufacturers worldwide.

Broad incumbents

• Sun-Maid Growers of California: Iconic US dried-fruit cooperative (raisins, dried cranberries, dates) with global retail brand presence. Comparable to Al Barakah in dried-fruit processing scale, retail brand-building, and B2C/B2B distribution.
• The Wonderful Company: Privately-held US grower/processor of pistachios, almonds, and POM Wonderful with vertically integrated supply chain and value-added products. Comparable to Al Barakah in scale, private ownership, vertical integration, and value-added healthy snacking/ingredient strategy.
• Almarai: Largest vertically integrated dairy and food company in the Middle East, listed on Tadawul. Comparable to Al Barakah as a Saudi/UAE-region food manufacturer with global exports and diverse packaged-food portfolio including date-based products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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