Easy-peelers are the fastest-growing segment of the citrus category, and Egyptian mandarins give importers a winter supply of sweet, deeply coloured fruit at volume. From November to March, Nile Prime ships Murcott, Fremont and Clementine mandarins — juicy, low-seed fruit with the glossy rind and loose peel that drive repeat retail purchases. Egyptian mandarins pair naturally with orange programmes for efficient combined citrus sourcing.
Why Egyptian Mandarins?
Warm autumn days and cool Delta nights build sugar and colour early, letting Egypt hit the pre-Christmas easy-peeler window with fully mature fruit. Competitive farm-gate costs and short transit to the EU, Gulf, Asia and Africa make Egyptian mandarins one of the best value plays in winter citrus.
Specifications
| Season | November–March |
|---|---|
| Main Varieties | Murcott, Fremont, Clementine |
| Sizes & Grades | Export Class 1, size-graded to destination-market standards |
| Packing | 8–10 kg cartons; open-top or telescopic on request |
| Container | 40′ reefer |
| Certifications | GLOBALG.A.P farms; HACCP / ISO 22000 packhouses; phytosanitary certificate and certificate of origin; SGS/Intertek inspection on request |
Packing & Shipping
Fruit is clipped by hand to protect the button, then washed, waxed, graded and packed into 8–10 kg export cartons. Pallets are pre-cooled and loaded into 40′ reefer containers under a monitored cold chain to arrival. Shipments depart Alexandria, Damietta, Sokhna and Port Said, quoted under Incoterms 2020 — FOB, CFR/CIF or DAP/DPU.
FAQ
What is the minimum order for mandarins?
One full 40′ reefer container. Mixed citrus containers with Navel, Valencia or lemons are a popular option in winter, and pre-shipment samples are available.
Do you offer private label options?
Yes. We print cartons, nets and stickers to your artwork and can pack retail-ready formats such as 1–2 kg nets inside master cartons.
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