Watermelons

Egyptian Watermelons – High-Volume Supply for International Markets

Watermelons are among the most traded fruits from Egypt, valued by importers for their competitive pricing, large sizes, and strong shelf performance.

Their natural durability makes them less vulnerable to transit losses, ensuring reliable arrival at destination markets.

For distributors, wholesalers, and retailers, Egyptian watermelons represent a cost-efficient product with consistent demand across multiple regions.






    Premium Egyptian Watermelons – High-Quality Produce for Global Markets

    Egypt is a trusted supplier of fresh watermelons known for their naturally sweet taste, vibrant red flesh, and high water content. Grown in Egypt's fertile soils and sun-drenched climate, our watermelons are cultivated using modern agricultural practices to ensure long shelf life and consistency in quality across all shipments.

    Why Choose Egyptian Watermelons?

    ✔ Consistently sweet flavor and firm texture
    ✔ Strict quality controls from field to shipment
    ✔ Compliant with global export standards
    ✔ Bulk availability and competitive pricing
    ✔ Customizable packaging for international markets

    PEI Trade Advantage in Watermelon Exports

    ✔ Export Reliability: Standardized grading for wholesale markets
    ✔ Volume Flexibility: From container loads to customized quantities
    ✔ Certification Compliance: GAP-certified farms and export documentation guaranteed
    ✔ Market-Oriented Supply: Focused on wholesale, retail chains, and food service

    Efficient Export Process of Egyptian Watermelons

    Our watermelons go through rigorous quality inspections, grading, and packaging. We offer fast and secure shipping options with full compliance to import regulations and international phytosanitary certifications.

    Identity & Commercial

    ● HS Code:
    080711
    ● Country of Origin:
    Egypt
    ● Seasonality:
    Main export season: April - July.
    ● Size / Count:
    Average fruit 4-10 kg per melon depending on variety.
    ● 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.