Egyptian Pomegranate Exports to Sudan: Wonderful Market Guide

Sudan is a leading peak-season market for Egyptian pomegranate. When Egypt’s harvest peaks, Sudan ranks among its very top destinations — in October 2024, pomegranate was Egypt’s leading fruit export, shipped primarily to Sudan, Saudi Arabia and Libya. As a close neighbour, Sudan draws on Egypt’s autumn Wonderful crop via short Red Sea and overland routes. This guide covers varieties, logistics, market requirements, the season calendar, and how to open a supply program. HS code 0810.90.

Quick Answer: Egyptian Pomegranate to Sudan

  • Product: fresh pomegranate, calibre-graded (HS 0810.90).
  • Egypt’s position: a major global pomegranate exporter — ~247,000 t / ~US$78M a season.
  • Sudan’s role: a top peak-season destination (with Saudi Arabia and Libya).
  • Best varieties: Wonderful (main export), Baladi/116, Manfalouti (sweet).
  • Season: September–December, into January from storage.
  • Main route: Red Sea to Port Sudan, or overland via the Egypt–Sudan border.
  • Cold chain: carry at ~5–7 °C where available; ventilated, protect from heat.
  • Incoterms: FOB / CIF / CFR — confirm per booking.

Why Egyptian Pomegranate Works for the Sudanese Market

Sudan’s proximity and deep trade ties with Egypt make it a natural, high-volume outlet for the pomegranate crop — especially at harvest peak. Egyptian Wonderful supplies Sudanese retail and foodservice with deep-red, durable fruit at competitive prices, moving quickly by Red Sea to Port Sudan or overland. In October 2024, Sudan was one of the primary destinations as pomegranate topped Egypt’s fruit exports.

For Sudanese importers, Egyptian pomegranate offers dependable seasonal volume, fast replenishment and strong colour.

Best Varieties for Sudan

VarietyProfileSudan fit
WonderfulDeep-red skin & arils, tangy-sweet, high juice★★★ The primary export variety
Baladi / 116Balanced sweet-tart, good colour★★ Mid-season option
ManfaloutiLarge, sweet, pale-red arils★★ Sweet/premium niche

For full variety detail see the Egyptian pomegranate export guide and the Egyptian Pomegranate Export Report.

Logistics: Egypt to Sudan

  • Ports/routes: Sokhna / Adabiya (Red Sea) to Port Sudan; overland via the Egypt–Sudan border.
  • Temperature: carry at ~5–7 °C where cold chain is available, ventilated; protect from heat.
  • Packing: single-layer 4–5 kg cartons, count-graded, foam-netted.
  • Transit: short Red Sea sailing or direct overland — fast for a neighbouring market.

Sudanese Market Requirements

  • Phytosanitary certificate from Egypt’s Ministry of Agriculture meeting Sudanese import conditions.
  • Import documentation: certificate of origin, commercial invoice, packing list; import permit as required.
  • Grade & calibre to buyer spec; sound, well-coloured fruit.
  • Food safety: GLOBALG.A.P (farm) and HACCP (packhouse) as baseline.
  • Labeling: Arabic labeling with product, calibre, net weight and producer.

Season & Shipping Window

PeriodEgyptian cropSudan notes
SepEarly Wonderful & BaladiSeason opens
Oct–NovPeak Wonderful harvestPeak volume by sea & overland
Dec–JanLate/stored fruitContinued supply

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sudan a major Egyptian pomegranate market?

Yes. At harvest peak Sudan ranks among Egypt’s top pomegranate destinations — in October 2024 pomegranate was Egypt’s leading fruit export, shipped primarily to Sudan, Saudi Arabia and Libya.

Which pomegranate variety is exported to Sudan?

Wonderful is the primary export variety — deep-red arils and high juice — with Baladi/116 and sweet Manfalouti as secondary options.

How is Egyptian pomegranate shipped to Sudan?

By Red Sea sea freight to Port Sudan or overland via the Egypt–Sudan border, carried at about 5–7 °C where cold chain is available, in single-layer 4–5 kg cartons.

What documents are required to import Egyptian pomegranate into Sudan?

A phytosanitary certificate meeting Sudanese conditions, certificate of origin, commercial invoice, packing list, import permit as required, and farm/packhouse food-safety certification.

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How to Cite This Page

PEI Trade. “Egyptian Pomegranate Exports to Sudan: Wonderful Market Guide.” peitrade.com, 2026, https://peitrade.com/egyptian-pomegranate-exports-to-sudan/

Sources: Tridge “Pomegranates and mangoes top Egypt’s fruit exports” (Oct 2024 ~50k t primarily to Sudan, Saudi Arabia and Libya); FreshPlaza Egypt pomegranate 2024/25 reporting (~US$78M / ~247,000 t season). HS code 0810.90.

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