Egyptian Garlic
Export Supplier

Five Egyptian garlic types: White, Balady, Red, Chinese-type (grown in Egypt), and Green/Dry. Caliber 40–80 mm. Packed telescopic or open-top cartons, net/mesh bags, or plastic and bamboo baskets per destination-retail convention. Peak harvest Jan–Apr; dried garlic ships through August.

Egyptian white garlic non-China origin — bulk mesh bag export for Europe, GCC and Central Asia, AFRICAFRESH EXPORT

HS Code

0703.20

Varieties

White, Balady, Red, Chinese, Green & Dry

Packaging

Telescopic / open top carton · Net / mesh / plastic / bamboo basket · 40–80 mm

Peak Season

January–April

Category

Root & Bulb

Origin

Egypt — Nile Valley & Delta

Export season calendar

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Commercial fit: Competes directly with Chinese garlic on price and cleanly beats it on EU traceability and residue paperwork. Popular for buyers who need a non-Chinese origin for retail messaging or for phytosanitary reasons.

Transit times from Egypt

All sea freight ships reefer from Alexandria or Port Said unless otherwise agreed. Air freight departs Cairo International (CAI).

DestinationSea (reefer)Air freight
North Europe (Rotterdam, Hamburg, Antwerp)6–10 days24–48 h
Mediterranean (Marseille, Genoa, Piraeus)4–6 days24–48 h
GCC (Jebel Ali, Dammam, Doha)3–5 days12–24 h
Uzbekistan (Tashkent via Poti)14–18 days24–48 h
Kazakhstan (Almaty via Aktau)16–20 days24–48 h
East Asia (Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan)14–18 days24–48 h
North America (East Coast)14–18 days24–48 h

Frequently asked questions — Egyptian Garlic

What is the minimum order quantity for Egyptian Garlic?
For reefer container shipments the typical minimum is one 40ft reefer (24–26 tonnes) of Egyptian Garlic. Air-freight orders can start from 100 kg. Mixed-SKU consolidation is available for smaller volumes.
Which certifications do Egyptian Garlic carry?
Every partner farm is GlobalG.A.P. certified. Depending on destination, consignments also carry BRCGS Food Safety, FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, GRASP, and SMETA documentation. Halal certificates are available on request for processed lines. Certificate copies travel with the cargo and digitally to the importer ahead of arrival.
What packaging is available for Egyptian Garlic?
Standard export packaging: Telescopic / open top carton · Net / mesh / plastic / bamboo basket · 40–80 mm. Private-label cartons (buyer-branded printing) are available at full-container MOQ with 3–4 weeks lead time.
When is the peak season for Egyptian Garlic?
Peak export window for Egyptian Garlic: January–April. Exact availability varies by cultivar within the season; contact the sourcing team for current-week availability and FOB pricing.

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