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Dry fruit prices in Pakistan vary widely depending on variety, grade, origin, freshness, packaging, season, and whether nuts are sold in shell or as kernels. This 2026 guide explores current market price ranges for almonds, pistachios, cashews, walnuts, chilgoza, Ajwa dates, raisins, figs, and other popular dry fruits. Learn why prices change, how winter and Ramadan affect demand, how to compare price per kilogram, how to identify fresh dry fruits, and how to choose the right quality for everyday snacking, cooking, weddings, Eid, and premium gifting.
Dry fruits have always been a popular part of Pakistani households, especially during winter, Ramadan, Eid, weddings, family gatherings, and the gifting season. But in 2026, one question is coming up more often than ever: How much do dry fruits actually cost in Pakistan right now? The answer is not as simple as one price per kilogram as the dry fruit prices are on fire.
The price of almonds, walnuts, pistachios, cashews, dates, raisins, figs, and chilgoza can vary significantly depending on variety, grade, origin, shell or kernel form, freshness, packaging, city, seller, and seasonal demand.
Current market guides show just how wide those differences can be. For example, September 2026 retail ranges reported by one Pakistani dry-fruit market source put almonds around Rs. 2,800–4,800 per kg, pistachios around Rs. 3,600–6,000, cashews around Rs. 3,800–5,500, Ajwa dates around Rs. 4,400–6,500, and in-shell chilgoza around Rs. 8,000–12,500. Premium shelled chilgoza can cost considerably more. These figures should be treated as market benchmarks rather than fixed national prices.
The broader price environment also matters. Pakistan Bureau of Statistics data for September 2026 showed dry fruits among the food categories that recorded an increase in the rural CPI basket, with an 8.06% year-over-year increase.
So why are some dry fruits relatively affordable while others cost several thousand rupees per kilogram?
And how can you tell whether a higher price actually means better quality?
This guide breaks down dry fruit prices in Pakistan in 2026, the factors affecting those prices, the differences between popular varieties, and practical ways to buy better dry fruits without unnecessarily overpaying.
Because prices change by grade and seller, the following figures are best viewed as indicative retail ranges, not official nationwide rates.
Dry Fruit | Approximate 2026 Retail Range |
|---|---|
Almonds | Rs. 2,800–4,800+ per kg |
Pistachios | Rs. 3,600–6,000+ per kg |
Cashews | Rs. 3,800–5,500+ per kg |
Walnuts with shell | Rs. 1,400–1,900+ per kg |
Walnut kernels | Rs. 2,900–3,600+ per kg |
Chilgoza in shell | Rs. 8,000–12,500+ per kg |
Shelled chilgoza | Rs. 13,000–18,000+ per kg |
Dried figs | Rs. 1,800–4,000+ per kg |
Raisins | Rs. 900–2,200+ per kg |
Ajwa dates | Rs. 4,400–6,500+ per kg |
Mabroom dates | Rs. 3,800–5,000+ per kg |
Medjool dates | Rs. 3,350–5,500+ per kg |
Aseel dates | Around Rs. 700+ per kg |
Zahidi dates | Around Rs. 600–700+ per kg |
These are broad market benchmarks compiled from current retail reporting and can change with city, grade, origin, season, and packaging.
The most important lesson is that the name of the dry fruit alone does not determine its price.
A kilogram of premium American almonds is not directly comparable with a kilogram of a lower-priced local almond variety.
Likewise, premium Ajwa dates and ordinary dried dates should not be compared simply because both are called dates.
Walk into two shops and ask for almonds, and you may receive two completely different prices.
That does not automatically mean one seller is overcharging.
Several factors influence the final price.
Grade is one of the biggest price factors.
Almonds, pistachios, cashews, walnuts, figs, and dates are not single products. They contain multiple varieties and grades.
Larger, more uniform, cleaner, better-shaped, and fresher products generally command higher prices.
For example, a premium whole cashew is not necessarily priced the same as broken pieces or smaller grades.
Similarly, large premium figs can cost substantially more than smaller varieties.
Where a dry fruit comes from can affect its price.
Imported products may have different costs associated with:
Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue maintains the current customs tariff for FY 2026–27, while its customs valuation department is responsible for determining customs values where applicable.
FBR's current schedule of customs meetings also shows that customs-value reviews were conducted for almonds and raisins in September 2026.
That matters because imported dry fruits can move through several cost layers before reaching a consumer.
This is an easy detail to overlook.
A product sold with its shell and the same product sold as a ready-to-eat kernel can have very different prices.
For example, current retail reporting places in-shell chilgoza substantially below shelled chilgoza kernels.
The shelled version has already gone through additional processing and contains no shell weight.
The same principle applies to walnuts and pistachios.
If you do not mind cracking shells yourself, buying in-shell products can sometimes offer better value.
Freshness matters enormously with nuts.
Almonds, walnuts, cashews, pistachios, and chilgoza contain natural oils. Over time, heat, oxygen, light, and poor storage can affect their flavor and quality.
A cheaper packet is not necessarily a bargain if the product is old or poorly stored.
This is especially important in Pakistan's warmer months.
Dry fruit consumption is strongly seasonal.
Demand often increases during:
When demand rises while available stock is limited, retail prices can move higher.
Current market reporting also identifies winter as an important period for dry-fruit demand in Pakistan.
Almonds, or badam, remain one of the most commonly purchased dry fruits in Pakistan.
They are used for:
Current September 2026 retail reporting places different almond grades at roughly Rs. 2,800–4,800 per kg, with some premium or specially processed varieties reaching higher levels.
The biggest factors include:
If you are buying almonds for soaking or everyday use, you may not need the most expensive premium grade.
If you're preparing a luxury gift box, however, larger, cleaner, more uniform almonds may make more sense.
The smartest purchase depends on the purpose.
Pistachios, or pista, sit toward the premium end of the everyday dry-fruit market.
Current retail reporting places many pistachios around Rs. 3,600–6,000 per kg, while shelled pistachio kernels can be substantially more expensive.
Pistachios are particularly popular for:
One of the first questions to ask is whether you're buying:
Pistachios in shell
or
Shelled pistachio kernels.
Kernels are more convenient, but convenience comes at a price.
For home snacking, in-shell pistachios can be perfectly practical.
For baking, desserts, commercial kitchens, or decorative toppings, kernels may save time and effort.
Cashews, or kaju, are another popular premium nut.
Current retail benchmarks place many whole cashews in the region of Rs. 3,800–5,500 per kg, with exact pricing depending on grade and preparation.
Cashews are commonly used in:
Cashew grading is particularly important.
Whole, large kernels generally command a premium compared with broken pieces.
That does not mean broken cashews are poor quality.
In fact, broken cashews can be an excellent choice for:
If appearance does not matter, you can sometimes save money by buying pieces instead of premium whole kernels.
Walnuts, or akhrot, are especially popular during the cooler months.
Current retail benchmarks put walnuts with shell at roughly Rs. 1,400–1,900 per kg, while walnut kernels can be around Rs. 2,900–3,600 per kg depending on quality and source.
The difference between shell and kernel pricing is important.
When comparing prices, make sure you're comparing the same form.
A price for one kilogram of whole walnuts is not equivalent to one kilogram of walnut kernels because the whole product includes shell weight.
Fresh walnut kernels should have a clean, pleasant aroma.
Avoid products with:
Walnuts are particularly sensitive to heat because of their natural oil content, so storage matters.
Now we get to the heavyweight champion.
Chilgoza.
For many Pakistani consumers, chilgoza is the ultimate premium dry fruit.
Current 2026 retail reporting puts in-shell chilgoza around Rs. 8,000–12,500 per kg, while shelled kernels can reach approximately Rs. 13,000–18,000 or more per kg, depending on grade and seller.
That makes chilgoza dramatically more expensive than everyday almonds or walnuts.
Several factors contribute.
Chilgoza is associated with pine forests in mountainous regions and requires harvesting, handling, transportation, grading, and processing.
The edible kernel represents only part of the whole product when purchased in shell.
Shelled chilgoza also requires additional processing.
Its premium reputation and strong seasonal demand add another layer.
Not necessarily.
For most families, buying a smaller quantity can make more sense.
A 250-gram or 500-gram pack may be enough for:
The goal is not to buy the largest possible quantity.
It is to buy an amount you can consume while the product remains fresh.
Dates are a completely different category because there is an enormous range of varieties and quality levels.
Ajwa dates are among the most sought-after premium varieties.
Current retail reporting places standard Ajwa around Rs. 4,400–6,500 per kg, with premium or gift-oriented packs reaching substantially higher prices.
Ajwa is particularly popular for:
Origin and labeling are especially important with premium dates.
If a product is being sold as a premium origin-specific date at an unusually low price, buyers should pay attention to labeling, grade, freshness, and seller reputation.
Not every date needs to cost thousands of rupees per kilogram.
Current retail benchmarks show a wide range:
These figures demonstrate why saying simply “date prices” is not very useful.
You need to know the variety.
Raisins are among the more affordable dry-fruit choices, but premium grades can still become expensive.
Current retail benchmarks put raisins roughly between Rs. 900 and Rs. 2,200 per kg, depending heavily on variety and quality.
Raisins are useful for:
Premium green or golden raisins can cost more than ordinary economy varieties.
When buying raisins, look beyond color.
Check:
Dried figs, or anjeer, can vary significantly in price because size and origin matter.
Current retail reporting puts many dried figs around Rs. 1,800–4,000 per kg, with some larger premium varieties reaching higher prices.
Premium figs are often larger, more attractive, and more uniform.
For everyday consumption, however, the most expensive grade is not necessarily required.
If you're chopping figs into:
smaller or less visually perfect pieces can still work very well.
Winter is traditionally one of Pakistan's biggest dry-fruit seasons.
As temperatures fall, demand increases for:
Dry fruits also become common in homes for guests, winter snacks, traditional recipes, and gifting.
That creates additional seasonal pressure on popular varieties.
Current market reporting expects winter demand to be an important factor in dry-fruit pricing, particularly from November onward.
For consumers, this creates a simple strategy:
Do not automatically wait until peak winter demand to buy everything.
If you know you will need larger quantities for weddings, gifting, or household use, comparing prices earlier can be worthwhile.
Many dry fruits sold in Pakistan are imported or depend on international supply chains.
That means the final retail price can be affected by:
FBR maintains Pakistan's current customs tariff framework for FY 2026–27, and its customs valuation system determines values for imported goods under the applicable legal framework.
The result is that a change somewhere in the import chain can eventually reach the consumer.
There is no single dry-fruit price across Pakistan.
Prices can vary between:
The reasons include:
This means a price found online should not automatically be treated as the exact market rate in another city.
It is better to use national price ranges as a reference and then compare local sellers.
No.
This is one of the biggest mistakes buyers make.
A higher price can reflect:
But expensive does not automatically mean fresher.
Likewise, a cheaper product is not automatically poor quality.
The goal is to determine what you are actually paying for.
If you're making halwa, you do not need the most beautiful almonds.
If you're creating a wedding gift box, appearance matters more.
If you're buying for daily snacking, freshness and taste may matter more than premium presentation.
Match the grade to the purpose.
Do not compare a 250-gram packet with a one-kilogram packet simply by looking at the sticker price.
Calculate:
Price per kilogram = Price ÷ Weight × 1,000
For example:
A 250g pack costing Rs. 1,000 equals:
Rs. 1,000 ÷ 250 × 1,000 = Rs. 4,000/kg
A 500g pack costing Rs. 1,700 equals:
Rs. 1,700 ÷ 500 × 1,000 = Rs. 3,400/kg
The second pack is cheaper per kilogram even though its total price is higher.
Good packaging can protect dry fruits from:
For products containing natural oils, proper packaging can help preserve quality.
However, attractive packaging alone should not justify a huge price difference.
Look at the product inside the box too.
Dry-fruit gifting is especially popular in Pakistan during:
For gifting, price is only one consideration.
You also need to think about:
A smaller premium box can sometimes feel more thoughtful than a huge inexpensive box filled mostly with lower-cost ingredients.
For premium gifting, almonds, pistachios, cashews, walnuts, dates, figs, and chilgoza can be combined depending on the budget and occasion.
If you're stocking up for winter, start with the products your household actually consumes.
A practical selection might include:
You do not need to buy every variety.
A balanced selection is often better than spending a large amount on several products that sit unused.
Price should never be your only quality test.
Before buying, look for:
Choose kernels that look clean and reasonably uniform.
Avoid a strong stale or rancid smell.
Fresh walnut kernels should have a clean, pleasant aroma.
Avoid sour, paint-like, or strongly rancid odors.
Look for natural-looking shells and kernels.
Avoid products with suspicious discoloration or excessive artificial appearance.
Fresh cashews should generally feel firm rather than excessively soft or oily.
Because chilgoza is expensive, buy smaller quantities if you are uncertain about turnover and storage.
Check texture, appearance, packaging, origin information, and freshness.
A very low price on a supposedly premium variety deserves closer inspection.
Buying good dry fruits is only half the job.
Storage matters.
Keep dry fruits:
For longer storage, refrigeration can be useful for many nuts, particularly those with high natural oil content.
This is especially relevant in Pakistan's hot climate.
Do not leave premium nuts sitting in an open container in a warm kitchen for weeks and then expect the same freshness.
It depends.
The cheapest price per kilogram is not always the cheapest option if half the product eventually loses quality.
Before purchasing, compare these seven things:
Only after comparing those factors should you compare the final price.
This prevents a common mistake: assuming two products are equivalent simply because they have the same name.
Probably not.
Dry-fruit prices naturally move throughout the year.
Factors such as:
can all affect prices.
The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics' September 2026 data already show dry fruits moving higher in the rural CPI basket, while FBR's ongoing customs-value work demonstrates that import valuation remains an active issue for products such as almonds and raisins.
That is why a price list should always include a date.
A dry-fruit price quoted today should not be assumed to remain valid several months later.
If you're shopping on a budget, start with versatile products such as:
If you have a moderate budget, add:
For premium gifting or special occasions, consider:
The best choice depends on how you intend to use the dry fruits.
For everyday eating, freshness and value should come first.
For gifting, presentation and premium grading become more important.
For cooking, you can often save money by choosing pieces or less visually perfect grades.
Dry fruit prices in Pakistan in 2026 are highly variable, and there is no single price that applies to every almond, pistachio, walnut, cashew, date, fig, raisin, or chilgoza.
Current market benchmarks show almonds, pistachios, cashews, walnuts, dates, and other dry fruits occupying very different price ranges, while premium varieties can cost considerably more than everyday grades.
The biggest factors behind the price include variety, grade, origin, shell versus kernel, freshness, packaging, import costs, transportation, and seasonal demand.
For consumers, the smartest approach is not simply to search for the cheapest kilogram.
Instead, compare equivalent products.
Check the grade.
Look at the origin.
Calculate the price per kilogram.
Inspect freshness.
Consider how quickly your household will consume the product.
And remember that a premium-looking box does not automatically mean premium-quality dry fruits.
With dry fruits, value comes from the combination of quality, freshness, quantity, and price.
Whether you're buying a small packet of almonds for breakfast, stocking walnuts and pistachios for winter, preparing dates for Ramadan, or choosing a beautiful box for a wedding or Eid gift, understanding the market can help you spend your money more wisely.
And when prices change—as they inevitably do—knowing what you're actually buying is far more useful than simply memorizing today's rate.
Dry fruit prices can differ based on variety, grade, origin, freshness, packaging, and whether nuts are sold in shell or as kernels. Seasonal demand and the type of product also contribute to price differences.
Seasonal demand can affect prices, with winter and Ramadan potentially influencing demand for different dry fruits. Supply, product quality, origin, and market conditions can also contribute to price changes.
Comparing the price per kilogram can make it easier to evaluate different products and package sizes. It is also important to compare similar varieties and grades rather than relying only on the advertised package price.
Look at the product's appearance, freshness, and overall quality before buying. Packaging and storage conditions can also provide useful information when comparing different dry fruit products.
Fasih Frankly
SEO Expert and eCommerce Specialist. Shopify, eBay and online selling.
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