Spice Prices in Aswan Markets Today

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 – 2:00 PM

Herb and spice shops in Aswan recorded varying prices across different products, while many items remained stable and available. Hibiscus and cardamom topped the price list, alongside local henna, cumin, and black pepper.

Herb and Medicinal Plant Prices

• Hibiscus: EGP 300–400 per kg.
• Ground or whole doum: EGP 160 per kg.
• Shelled peanuts: EGP 160 per kg.
• Unshelled peanuts: EGP 120 per kg.
• Local henna: EGP 80–120 per kg.
• Halfa Barr: EGP 120 per kg.
• Hargel: EGP 220 per kg.

Spice Prices

• Brazilian black pepper: EGP 460 per kg.
• Cumin: EGP 360 per kg.
• Coriander: EGP 80 per kg.
• Cardamom: EGP 2,000 per kg.
• Paprika: EGP 400 per kg.
• Meat, chicken, and fish seasoning: EGP 320 per kg.
• Sudanese chili pods: EGP 120 per kg.
• Curry: EGP 320 per kg.
• Turmeric: EGP 260 per kg.

Aswan Date Prices

• Bartamouda and Skouty dates: EGP 80 per kg.
• Malakabi dates: EGP 100 per kg.
• A 5-kg box of Wadi dates: EGP 300.

Demand for Aswan Products

Spice traders in Aswan reported stable prices and the availability of various herbs, spices, and dates. They also noted continued demand from residents and tourists for the governorate's well-known products, particularly hibiscus, spices, and dates.