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Black Thorn, Musang King, Red Prawn, D24: Cost Guide To Different Types Of Durians In Malaysia

Black Thorn is the most expensive durian variety.
 

Every year, from around June to August, durian harvesting reaches its peak in Malaysia. Durian is one of the most widely cultivated crops in the country, with high-quality fruits being exported to Singapore, Hong Kong, and China.

Due to the hot and dry weather experienced earlier this year, durian trees are fruiting later but at a higher frequency, resulting in an increased yield. From a cost perspective, the abundance of crops could lead to more affordable durians.

Some of the highest quality durians in Malaysia come from plantations in Raub, Pahang, which is renowned for its Musang King variety, as well as from Johor and Penang.

How Much Do Durians Cost In Malaysia?

Durian prices vary significantly depending on the variety. Popular types such as Musang King, Black Thorn, and Red Prawn tend to be more expensive than regular kampung durians.

As the durian season extends over a few months, demand may decrease towards the end, potentially resulting in lower prices if you purchase them later in the season.

To determine the cost of durians in Malaysia, we examined the prices of fresh, husk-free durians from six sellers in the Kuala Lumpur area.

Comparison of Durian Prices (400g/box) by Sellers In KL

Durians Durian BB Durian Hill Golden Squirrel Tip Top Durian ZH Jaya Master Durian
Kampung Durian
Sweet with sharp bitterness		 – – – – RM15 –
Red Prawn
Sweet, fruity with a deep orange coloured flesh		 – RM60 RM88 – – RM58
D24
Sweet with a lighter taste that’s suitable for beginners 		– RM55 RM88 – – RM61
Musang King
Sweet with only a tinge of bitterness		 – RM98 RM120 RM128 – RM88
Black Thorn
Rich and sweet at first taste followed by bitterness		 RM138 – – RM168 RM90 –

Many of the durian sellers observed offer staples such as the Musang King, Red Prawn, D24 and Black Thorn. According to data collected from the six sellers, a box (400g) of durian would cost the following prices in average:

Durians Estimated Average Price (400g, without husk)
Red Prawn RM68
D24 RM68
Musang King RM108
Black Thorn RM132

Consumers may consider buying in bulk to enjoy slightly cheaper prices. For example, Durian Hill sells a box of Musang King for RM98. If you purchase three boxes of Musang King in one go, you will be charged RM290, which equals to roughly RM96.70 per box.

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