Export from Egypt & Sudan to Belgium
Antwerp is Europe's second-largest port and a key entry point for Egyptian agricultural commodities into Northern Europe. Belgian importers and EU redistribution networks receive our fresh produce, frozen IQF, and bulk commodities with full EU customs clearance.
Products We Export to Belgium
Belgian importers often supply pan-European distribution networks — making Antwerp a high-leverage entry point for Egyptian commodity exports.
Frozen Strawberries
IQF Egyptian strawberries processed at peak-season harvest from Nubaria. Available whole, halved, and sliced. Brix 7–9° base fruit, glazing ≤5%, storage life 24 months at −18°C.
Garlic
Egyptian dry garlic from Upper Egypt. High allicin content, large firm bulbs, strong pungency. Year-round from cold storage. HS 0703.20.
Dried Basil
Egyptian dried sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum). Cut & Sifted and powder forms. Moisture ≤ 10%, vibrant green colour. HS 0910.99.
Sesame Seeds
Premium white hulled sesame from Gedaref and Blue Nile States, Sudan. Purity ≥99.95%, oil content 50–55%, FFA ≤1.0% as oleic acid. Hulled, cleaned, and gravity-sorted. Year-round supply from cold-storage stock.
Lentils
Egyptian lentils — Red Split, Green, and Yellow Split. Protein 22–26%, moisture ≤ 14%. Year-round supply. Major EU, GCC, and South Asian export. HS 0713.40.
Chickpeas
Egyptian kabuli chickpeas — large seeded, cream colour, 8–10 mm calibre. Protein 20–23%, moisture ≤ 14%. Year-round supply. HS 0713.20.
Frozen Mango
Egyptian Zebda mango IQF — frozen at peak ripeness. Brix base fruit 14–18°, ≤ 8% glazing. Available year-round. HS 0811.90.
Cumin
Egyptian cumin (Cuminum cyminum). Whole seed, ground, and oil. Essential oil ≥ 2.5%, moisture ≤ 10%. Premium spice grade for EU and GCC markets. HS 0909.31.
Documentation for Belgium
Logistics & Terms
Trade Note: Belgium is an EU entry hub. Products cleared at Antwerp distribute freely across all EU states. EUR.1 reduces duties under EU-Egypt Association Agreement.
Importing from Egypt to Belgium
How do I import agricultural products from Egypt to Belgium?
Contact Omnicore at quotes@omnicoretrading.com with your requirements and destination port. We respond within 24 hours with pricing and availability. We handle all export documentation — phytosanitary certificates, GlobalGAP, EU Phytosanitary Certificate, CoA, and Bill of Lading. Standard incoterms: CIF, CFR, FOB.
What is the transit time from Egypt to Belgium?
Transit from Egyptian ports (Alexandria, Port Said, Damietta) to Antwerp is approximately 12–16 days. Lead time from confirmed order to loading is 7–21 days depending on the product.
What certifications are required for importing to Belgium?
Standard requirements include: GlobalGAP, EU Phytosanitary Certificate, EUR.1, ISO 22000. We prepare all documentation as standard — buyers do not need to arrange this separately.
What is the minimum order for exports to Belgium?
Minimum is 1 × FCL (Full Container Load — 20ft or 40ft). Reefer containers for fresh and frozen products. Payment: LC at sight, T/T 30%+70%, or CAD.