Egyptian White Beans Exports to Algeria: Dry Bean Guide

Algeria is a large North African consumer of dry white beans, and a natural market for Egyptian supply. White beans (loubia) are a staple of Algerian home cooking, and the country imports pulses in volume to meet demand. Egypt, the world’s #2 exporter of dried white beans, offers uniform calibres, clean sorting and competitive pricing across a straightforward Mediterranean route. This guide covers grades and specifications, logistics, market requirements, the crop calendar, and how to open a supply program. HS code 0713.33.

Quick Answer: Egyptian White Beans to Algeria

  • Product: dried white (navy / pea) beans, Phaseolus vulgaris — machine-cleaned, calibrated (HS 0713.33).
  • Egypt’s position: world’s #2 exporter of dried white beans.
  • Algeria’s role: a large North African consumption market for dry beans.
  • Main use: retail staple (loubia) and foodservice.
  • Calibres: 180–200, 200–220, 220–240 beans/100 g — to buyer spec.
  • Main route: containerised (ambient) from Alexandria / Damietta to Algiers, Oran and Skikda.
  • Packing: 25 / 50 kg PP bags; ~25 MT per 20-ft container.
  • Incoterms: FOB / CIF / CFR — confirm per booking.

Why Egyptian White Beans Work for the Algerian Market

White beans are a cornerstone of Algerian cuisine, and national demand outstrips domestic production, so Algeria imports dry beans consistently. Egyptian navy/pea beans deliver the uniform calibres, clean machine-sorted quality and reliable supply that Algerian importers and packers need, at prices suited to a value-driven market. The Mediterranean sea route is straightforward and cost-effective.

As the world’s #2 exporter of dried white beans, Egypt can support Algerian importers with consistent quality and year-round availability from stored crop — a dependable regional origin with short lead times.

Grades & Specifications

ParameterTypical export spec
TypeWhite navy / pea beans (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Calibre180–200 / 200–220 / 220–240 beans per 100 g (to buyer spec)
Purity99.5%+ machine-cleaned; Sortex/optical-sorted; hand-picked on request
Moisture≤ 14–16%
DefectsLow tolerance for split, broken, discoloured & foreign matter (to spec)
CropCurrent crop year stated on documents

For full product background see the Egyptian white beans export guide and the Egyptian dry beans / legumes export report.

Logistics: Egypt to Algeria

  • Ports of loading: Alexandria, Damietta, Port Said.
  • Ports of discharge: Algiers, Oran, Skikda, onward inland.
  • Container: ambient (dry) 20-ft container — no cold chain needed for dry pulses.
  • Packing: 25 kg or 50 kg PP/laminated bags; ~25 MT per 20-ft.
  • Transit: Mediterranean sailing — straightforward, cost-effective freight.

Algerian Market Requirements

  • Phytosanitary certificate from Egypt’s Ministry of Agriculture meeting Algerian import conditions.
  • Food-safety compliance: residue and contaminant limits to Algerian standards; free-sale/health documentation as required.
  • Documentation: certificate of origin (often legalised), commercial invoice, packing list, weight/quality certificate.
  • Quality assurance: HACCP / ISO 22000 at the cleaning/packing facility; fumigation certificate as required.
  • Labeling: Arabic/French labeling with product, calibre, net weight, crop year, producer and lot code.

Crop & Shipping Calendar

PeriodActivityAlgeria notes
Sep–NovEgyptian dry-bean harvest & cleaningNew-crop contracting; best availability
Nov–FebPeak shipping of new cropImporters stock for retail demand
Mar–AugShipping from storageYear-round supply; pre-Ramadan demand peaks

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Algeria import Egyptian white beans?

Yes. Algeria is a large North African consumer of white beans and imports pulses in volume, and Egypt — the world’s #2 exporter — is a natural regional supplier with short lead times.

What calibres of Egyptian white beans are available?

Common export calibres are 180–200, 200–220 and 220–240 beans per 100 g, machine-cleaned and optically sorted to buyer specification.

How are Egyptian white beans shipped to Algeria?

In ambient (dry) 20-ft containers from Alexandria or Damietta to Algiers, Oran or Skikda, packed in 25 or 50 kg PP bags at around 25 MT per container — no cold chain required.

What documents are required to import Egyptian white beans into Algeria?

A phytosanitary certificate meeting Algerian import conditions, residue/contaminant and health compliance, a legalised certificate of origin, commercial invoice, packing list, weight/quality certificate, and a fumigation certificate where required.

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PEI Trade. “Egyptian White Beans Exports to Algeria: Dry Bean Guide.” peitrade.com, 2026, https://peitrade.com/egyptian-white-beans-exports-to-algeria/

Sources: Tridge white-beans market overview (Egypt #2 exporter; MENA a leading demand region); IndexBox MENA dry-bean market overview. Country-level Algeria volume qualitative. HS code 0713.33.

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