Tomatoes

Egyptian tomatoes are a cornerstone of Egypt’s agricultural exports, grown in key regions like the Nile Delta, Alexandria, and Nubaria, benefiting from the country’s fertile soils and favorable climate. Available in varieties such as round, cherry, and plum tomatoes, they offer a balanced sweet-tart flavor, juicy texture, and high nutritional value, rich in vitamins C, K, and lycopene, an antioxidant supporting heart health. Egypt, a top-five global tomato producer with over 6 million tonnes annually, exports fresh tomatoes, tomato paste, and sun-dried tomatoes to Europe (e.g., Netherlands, UK), the Middle East (e.g., Saudi Arabia, UAE), and East Asia (e.g., Japan). Certified to meet international standards like Global GAP, these tomatoes are prized for their quality and competitive pricing, with exports reaching significant volumes despite price volatility driven by seasonal and festive demand (e.g., Ramadan).

📦 Packaging Details

Packaging Options:

• Standard Packaging: Tomatoes are packed in 5 kg to 10 kg vented cardboard cartons or breathable plastic crates, designed to ensure airflow and maintain freshness during transit.

• Export Packaging: Tomatoes are sorted, washed, graded, and packed in vented cartons or plastic punnets (e.g., 250g for cherry tomatoes) within master cartons to preserve quality. Temperature-controlled reefer containers (maintained at 10–13°C with 85–90% humidity) are used for sea or air shipments, with options for private-label branding.

• Custom Options: Eco-friendly packaging, such as recyclable cartons or biodegradable materials, is available to meet European market standards and buyer preferences.

Sizes Available:

• Piece Size: Graded by diameter, typically 40–70 mm for round tomatoes and 20–30 mm for cherry tomatoes, with common export weights of 100–250 grams per tomato.

• Piece Count: Typically 20–40 tomatoes per 5 kg carton for round varieties; 100–150 cherry tomatoes per 1 kg punnet, depending on size and buyer requirements.

Varieties:

• Round Tomatoes: Juicy and versatile, ideal for fresh and cooked applications.

• Cherry Tomatoes: Small, sweet, perfect for salads and snacking.

• Plum Tomatoes: Firm, less juicy, suited for sauces and processing.

HS Code:

• 070200 (Tomatoes, fresh or chilled).

Minimum Order Quantity:

• 1 ton for air shipments, suitable for high-value or urgent orders (e.g., cherry tomatoes).

• 18–22 tons for sea freight in a standard 40ft reefer container, typically holding 1,800–2,200 cartons of 10 kg or 3,600–4,400 cartons of 5 kg, depending on pallet configuration. MOQs may vary by supplier and should be confirmed directly.