Export from Egypt & Sudan to Italy
Italy is a major importer of Egyptian agricultural commodities — especially dried herbs, fresh vegetables, and citrus. Italian food manufacturers and trading companies source from Egypt for competitive pricing and reliable supply. We provide full EU documentation compliance and EUR.1 certificates.
Products We Export to Italy
Italian importers seek cost-competitive sources for dried herbs and fresh garlic. Egypt is a primary supply country for both categories.
Dried Basil
Egyptian dried sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum). Cut & Sifted and powder forms. Moisture ≤ 10%, vibrant green colour. HS 0910.99.
Dried Parsley
Egyptian dried flat-leaf parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Bright green colour, moisture ≤ 10%. Cut & Sifted and powder. Major EU herb importer grade.
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.
Garlic
Egyptian dry garlic from Upper Egypt. High allicin content, large firm bulbs, strong pungency. Year-round from cold storage. HS 0703.20.
Cherry Tomatoes
Egyptian cherry tomatoes from greenhouse and open-field production. Brix 8–10°, firm flesh, extended shelf life. Year-round availability.
Navel Oranges
Premium extra-class Washington Navel oranges from the Nile Delta. Brix 10–13°, full EU phytosanitary compliance, cold-chain continuity from grove to vessel. Season: November to April.
Frozen Vegetables Mix
Egyptian IQF mixed vegetables — standard and custom blend options. Year-round supply. Processed to EU food safety standards.
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.
Documentation for Italy
Logistics & Terms
Trade Note: Italy is one of Europe's largest food processing nations. Egyptian dried basil and parsley are heavily used by Italian food manufacturers.
Importing from Egypt to Italy
How do I import agricultural products from Egypt to Italy?
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 Italy?
Transit from Egyptian ports (Alexandria, Port Said, Damietta) to Genoa is approximately 9–13 days. Lead time from confirmed order to loading is 7–21 days depending on the product.
What certifications are required for importing to Italy?
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 Italy?
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.