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Fresh vegetables · Egypt

Egyptian potatoes for export: table & processing

Fresh Egyptian potatoes for table and processing programmes, graded from 45 mm and packed in 5–25 kg mesh bags or bulk bags.

Origin: Egypt
Varieties: Spunta, Diamant, Cara and others on request
Season: January – June
HS code: 0701.90
Packing: 5–25 kg mesh bags, bulk bags
Private label: Available

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Overview

New-crop potatoes when Europe’s stores run low

Egyptian new-crop potatoes reach Europe, the Gulf and the CIS from January, when stored northern crops are running low. Clean skin, attractive shape and a long season make Egypt one of the largest potato suppliers to the EU.

We separate table-potato and processing requirements from the start. For table programmes we focus on skin finish, shape and calibre; for processors, on dry matter, frying colour and defects. Tell us the use and variety and we match the right fields and lots.

What to specify

Table or processing use
Variety and calibre band (e.g. 45–65 mm)
Washed or brushed, skin finish
Bag type and weight, or bulk FIBC

Specifications

Commercial specification

Varieties	Spunta, Diamant, Cara and others (confirmed per order)
Size	45 mm and above; calibre bands by agreement
Grade	Class I or buyer specification
Packing	5, 10, 15, 20, 25 kg mesh bags; 1,000–1,250 kg ventilated FIBC for industry
Private label	Retail bags on request
HS code	0701.90

Published ranges are a starting point. Size, grade, pack and net weight are confirmed in your quotation for the shipment lot.

Season

When Potatoes are available

January to June, with peak volumes from February to April.

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Export seasonPeak volume

Packing

Packing options

Packing follows your sales channel and destination. Formats, weights and labels are agreed before packing starts.

Mesh bags 10–25 kg

The standard export format for wholesale and repacking.

Retail bags

Smaller consumer bags with your brand and barcode.

Bulk FIBC

1,000–1,250 kg ventilated big bags for processing plants.

Logistics

Storage, loading and shipping

Carrying conditions and the loading plan are confirmed for each shipment, product and destination.

Pack format, net weight and units per pallet
Pallet pattern and pallets per 20ft / 40ft reefer
Temperature set-point and ventilation per product
Loading photos and export documents per shipment

Carrying temperature	Table +4 to +6 °C; processing +8 to +10 °C
Relative humidity	90–95%
Pallets	Euro 80×120 cm or industrial 100×120 cm
Wood packaging	ISPM 15 where applicable
Traceability	Lot code linking field, packhouse and packing date

FAQ

Buying Potatoes: common questions

When are Egyptian potatoes available?

From January to June, with peak volumes from February to April.

Do you supply potatoes for chips and crisps?

Yes. Tell us the variety, dry-matter range and frying requirements; we confirm suitable lots and available test results.

Which bag sizes do you use?

Mesh bags of 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 kg, and 1–1.25 t ventilated bulk bags for industry.

Can Egyptian potatoes be exported to the EU?

Yes, Egyptian potatoes are regularly exported to the EU under specific plant-health rules, from approved production areas. We confirm eligibility for your destination.

Buyer guide

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