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Cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli — the cool-season brassicas — are dependable Egyptian winter vegetables, grown in the milder months and shipped fresh (and frozen as florets) to the Gulf, the EU and Russia. Cabbage stores and travels well; cauliflower and broccoli are more perishable and demand a tight cold chain. This guide is the hub for importers: what Egypt grows, when it ships, the markets it serves, the specifications buyers ask for and the compliance behind every consignment.
Quick answer: Egypt is a counter-seasonal supplier of fresh cabbage (green, red, savoy), cauliflower (white) and broccoli (calabrese), plus frozen florets, shipping mainly through the European and Gulf winter. These are cool-season crops, exported from about October/November to April (peak winter). They are not chilling-sensitive and stored cold near 0°C at high humidity; broccoli is highly perishable and ethylene-sensitive. HS: cabbage 0704.90, cauliflower and headed broccoli 0704.10, frozen 0710.80. Markets include the Gulf, the EU and Russia. (Sources: ITC Trade Map, 2025; CBI.)
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Why Egyptian brassicas
- Strong winter supply: cool-season crops at good quality in the Egyptian winter.
- Fresh and frozen: fresh heads plus IQF cauliflower and broccoli florets.
- Cabbage stores well: dependable for longer programs and sea freight.
- Counter-seasonal: supply when northern-hemisphere production is limited.
- Scale and cost: competitive pricing and short routes to the Gulf and EU.
The three crops at a glance
| Crop | Main types | Perishability |
|---|---|---|
| Cabbage | Green, red, savoy | Stores well (long) |
| Cauliflower | White (curd) | Moderately perishable |
| Broccoli (calabrese) | Green heads | Highly perishable |
Season and availability
These brassicas are cool-season crops, grown mainly through the Egyptian winter, with exports running from about October/November to April (peak winter). Cabbage’s good storage life extends its availability; cauliflower and broccoli are more closely tied to the fresh crop. Growing spans Nubaria, Beheira and the Delta. Exact windows shift year to year with planting and weather.
Key export markets
- Gulf & Arab states: strong fresh demand for all three.
- European Union & UK: counter-seasonal fresh and frozen florets.
- Russia & Eastern Europe: volume markets, especially cabbage.
Specifications and grades
- Cabbage: firm, heavy heads, good colour, trimmed; sized by weight.
- Cauliflower: white, compact, blemish-free curd, well-wrapped in leaves.
- Broccoli: tight, dark-green heads, no yellowing, fresh-cut stems.
- Pricing & terms: FOB/CIF; fresh by size/grade, frozen florets by spec.
HS: cabbage 0704.90, cauliflower and headed broccoli 0704.10, frozen brassicas 0710.80.
Compliance and food safety
All three need a phytosanitary certificate (brassica pests include diamondback moth, aphids and cabbage white), compliance with destination MRLs (EU: Regulation (EC) No 396/2005), and GLOBALG.A.P. with ISPM 15 packaging and traceability. Frozen florets additionally need food-safety management (HACCP, and where required BRCGS / ISO 22000) with an unbroken cold chain. Egyptian cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli are not on the EU’s enhanced official-controls list (Regulation (EU) 2019/1793), so they are not subject to increased border checks; standard MRL and phytosanitary rules apply.
Explore the hub
- Egyptian Cabbage, Cauliflower & Broccoli Varieties — types and grades, in depth.
- Export Season & Calendar — cool-season windows and storage.
- Export Requirements — phytosanitary, MRLs and frozen food safety.
- Packaging & Cold Chain — cold storage, ethylene and broccoli handling.
- Best Exporters — how to choose a supplier.
Frequently asked questions
What brassicas does Egypt export?
Cabbage (green, red, savoy), cauliflower (white) and broccoli (calabrese), fresh and as frozen florets.
When are they in season?
The cool season – exports run from about October/November to April, peaking in winter.
How should they be stored?
Cold near 0 degrees C at high humidity – they are not chilling-sensitive; broccoli is highly perishable.
Which markets buy them?
The Gulf, the EU and UK (counter-seasonal), and Russia.
What HS codes apply?
Cabbage 0704.90, cauliflower and headed broccoli 0704.10, frozen brassicas 0710.80.
How to cite this page. Reusing a figure from this guide? Please cite it and link to this page as the source.
PEI Trade. “Egyptian Cabbage, Cauliflower & Broccoli Export: The Complete Guide.” peitrade.com, 2026. https://peitrade.com/egyptian-cabbage-cauliflower-broccoli-export-guide/
Sources
- ITC Trade Map (2025) — Egyptian cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli export volumes and destinations.
- Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture — types, growing regions and export data.
- CBI / USDA FAS — EU and Gulf counter-seasonal brassica demand.
- European Commission — MRLs (Regulation (EC) No 396/2005), Regulation (EU) 2019/1793 official-controls list (Egypt not listed) and plant-health requirements.
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