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Peas are bought by size grade and form: the smaller and sweeter the pea, the higher the value, with premium petit pois at the top and standard garden peas the volume product — plus edible-pod snap and snow peas on the fresh side. Egypt supplies the range, mostly frozen. This guide breaks down Egyptian pea grades and forms and how to match them to your buyers.
Quick answer: Egyptian peas are graded by size — petit pois (smallest, sweetest, premium) and standard garden peas — sold mostly frozen (IQF), plus mixed packs and fresh edible-pod snap/snow peas. Bright green colour, tenderness and sweetness are the quality markers. Fresh trades under HS 0708.10, frozen under HS 0710.21.
Table of Contents
Pea grades and forms
| Grade / form | Character | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Petit pois | Smallest, sweetest, very tender | EU & premium retail |
| Garden peas (standard) | Standard size, sweet | Gulf, Middle East, Russia |
| Mixed (peas & carrots) | Blended frozen veg | Retail & foodservice |
| Sugar snap / snow (mangetout) | Edible whole pods (fresh) | EU premium fresh |
Petit pois: the premium grade
Petit pois are not a different pea but the smallest, youngest peas — harvested early when they are at their sweetest and most tender. They command the highest prices, especially in the EU, and depend on careful grading to separate the smallest peas. The result is a delicate, sweet pea prized in premium retail.
Garden peas: the volume product
Standard garden peas are the mainstay — sweet, tender, bright green and frozen IQF at volume for the Gulf, Middle East and Russia. They are the everyday frozen vegetable, sold in retail bags and bulk.
Edible-pod and mixed
On the fresh side, Egypt supplies edible-pod sugar snap and snow peas (mangetout), airfreighted to premium EU markets. Frozen mixed packs — peas with carrots or other vegetables — serve retail and foodservice.
Choosing the right grade and form
For premium EU retail, specify frozen petit pois; for broad volume, standard garden peas; for fresh premium, snap/snow pods; for convenience lines, mixed packs. A good supplier grades tightly to size and keeps colour and sweetness through the freeze.
Frequently asked questions
What are petit pois?
The smallest, youngest, sweetest peas – a premium grade, not a different variety.
What is the main frozen pea product?
Standard garden peas, with petit pois as the premium grade.
Does Egypt export fresh peas?
Yes – edible-pod sugar snap and snow peas (mangetout), airfreighted.
How are peas graded?
By size, with the smallest (petit pois) the most valuable; judged also on colour, tenderness and sweetness.
Under what HS codes are peas traded?
Fresh under HS 0708.10 and frozen under HS 0710.21.
How to cite this page
PEI Trade. “Egyptian Green Peas Varieties & Grades: Petit Pois & Garden Peas.” peitrade.com, 2026. https://peitrade.com/egyptian-green-peas-varieties/
Sources
- Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture; industry references — pea grades and product forms.
- CBI / USDA FAS — Gulf, EU and Russian demand by pea grade and form.
This page is part of our Egyptian Green Peas Export Guide hub.
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