Cantaloupes

Premium Egyptian Cantaloupes

Egyptian cantaloupes are cultivated under ideal climate conditions, producing fruits with vibrant orange flesh, natural sweetness, and a consistent appearance that appeals to global markets.

With strong demand from wholesalers, retailers, and food service distributors, Egyptian cantaloupes are a trusted choice for bulk export.






    Premium Egyptian Cantaloupes – Fresh, Flavorful, and Export-Ready

    Egypt is a top exporter of cantaloupes, praised for their sweet flavor, juicy texture, and vibrant orange flesh. Grown in the fertile Nile Delta under optimal climate conditions, Egyptian cantaloupes meet the quality and safety standards required by global markets.

    Why Choose Egyptian Cantaloupes?

    ✔ Sweet, juicy taste with bright orange flesh
    ✔ Grown under strict agricultural and hygiene controls
    ✔ Complies with Global GAP and ISO export standards
    ✔ Long shelf life and strong post-harvest quality
    ✔ Competitive pricing and export packaging options

    Why Export Cantaloupes from PEI Trade?

    ✔ Consistent Export Standards: Sorted and graded to meet international buyer requirements
    ✔ Certified Production: Grown on GAP-certified farms with full food safety compliance
    ✔ Efficient Export Process: Streamlined documentation, labeling, and customs support
    ✔ Reliable Supply: Scalable fulfillment for wholesale, retail, and distribution sectors

    Efficient Cantaloupe Export Process from Egypt

    Egyptian cantaloupes are exported through a rigorous quality assurance system, ensuring freshness, packaging integrity, and full compliance with international phytosanitary regulations. Our logistics team handles all documentation, fast delivery, and customs clearance for a seamless import experience.

    Identity & Commercial

    ● HS Code:
    080719
    ● Country of Origin:
    Egypt
    ● Seasonality:
    Main export season: March - June.
    ● Size / Count:
    Average fruit 1-2.5 kg depending on variety and market.
    ● Lead Time:
    3-5 working days for harvesting, packing and loading after order confirmation and receipt of payment instrument.
    ● Minimum Order:
    One full 40' container per product (mixed loads may be possible subject to confirmation).
    ● Grade:
    Export quality, Class I / Class II, with sizing and visual quality agreed with the buyer before packing.
    ● Payment Terms:
    LC at sight; or TT 30% advance and 70% against scanned shipping documents (balance before release of originals).
    ● Price Basis & Validity:
    Indicative prices only; final price to be confirmed daily according to market, packing specification and destination, and fixed only in the formal offer/proforma invoice.
    ● Post-Harvest Treatments:
    Washing (where applicable), sorting, grading and packing in clean cartons; post-harvest treatments only as per agreed specification and destination rules.

    Packaging & Logistics

    ● Unit Net Mass:
    Typical options: 4 kg, 5 kg or 8 kg net per carton.
    ● Estimated Net Weight per Container:
    Approx. 18-22 MT net per 40' reefer container (depending on packaging and variety).
    ● Primary Packaging:
    New food-grade corrugated cartons, typically 4-10 kg net depending on variety and market.
    ● Unit Gross Mass:
    Net weight plus approx. 0.8-1.2 kg for carton/bag and packing materials (varies by configuration).
    ● Pre-Cooling:
    Forced-air pre-cooling before loading; carrying temperature set according to commodity and destination, with full cold chain maintained.
    ● Ports of Loading (POL):
    Main Egyptian export ports: Alexandria, Damietta, Port Said and Sokhna (port selection depends on schedule and destination).

    Quality & Docs

    ● Grade Basis:
    Based on size, color, cleanliness and external appearance; internal quality and sugar/starch levels checked according to product and market.
    ● Defect Tolerances:
    Final tolerances to be agreed per contract; typically max 5-8% minor defects, 0% decay/rot and 0% foreign matter in packed product.
    ● MRL Compliance
    Produce sourced to comply with EU and GCC MRL requirements; recent residue analyses and farm/packhouse documentation available on request.
    ● Traceability:
    Full traceability from farm through packhouse to container, using lot numbers and carton/bag coding.
    ● Certifications:
    Official Phytosanitary Certificate and quality/health inspection as standard; additional private certifications (GlobalG.A.P., ISO, HACCP, BRC etc.) available depending on supplier and lot.
    ● Shipping Marks:
    As per buyer artwork and instructions (brand, product, size, crop year, origin, packing date, barcodes and handling marks).
    ● Shipping Documents:
    Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin and Bill of Lading; any additional documents required by the destination can be arranged by prior agreement.