Nile Prime packs Egyptian Navel oranges in counts 32–88 (most requested 48–88) and Valencia in counts 48–113 (most requested 72–113), per 15 kg carton (16 kg gross), open top or telescopic; Navel also comes in 10 kg and 7.5 kg cartons. A 40 ft reefer container takes 1,664 cartons of 15 kg, which is 24.96 tonnes net.
Last updated: October 2026 · By the Nile Prime export team
Table of Contents
- Counts by Variety (15 kg Carton)
- Cartons and Container Load
- Grades
- Treatment and Quality
- Egyptian Orange Sizes — FAQ
- Ask for Today’s Price
Counts by Variety (15 kg Carton)
| Variety | Counts (fruit per 15 kg carton) | Most requested |
|---|---|---|
| Navel | 32, 36, 40, 48, 56, 64, 72, 80, 88 | 48–88 |
| Valencia | 48, 56, 64, 72, 80, 88, 100, 113 | 72–113 |
The count is the number of oranges in a 15 kg carton: the lower the count, the larger the fruit. Which variety suits which programme is covered in Valencia vs Navel.
Cartons and Container Load
| Item | Nile Prime standard |
|---|---|
| Carton | 15 kg net / 16 kg gross, open top or telescopic |
| Other cartons | Navel also in 10 kg and 7.5 kg cartons |
| Carton brand | Nile Prime |
| Container | 40 ft reefer only. No 20 ft containers. |
| Load per 40 ft reefer | 1,664 cartons of 15 kg = 24.96 t net |
| Pallets | 20 pallets × 80 cartons + 1 Euro pallet × 64 cartons |
| Mixed loads | Oranges are not loaded with mandarins or lemons in the same container |
| Weekly programme | 8–10 containers a week |
| Minimum order | One full 40 ft reefer container, including trial orders |
Grades
| Grade | Defects allowed per carton |
|---|---|
| Premium | Up to 5% |
| Class I | 12–15% |
Treatment and Quality
| Item | Nile Prime standard |
|---|---|
| Waxing | All export oranges are waxed: carnauba, shellac or polyethylene wax |
| Fungicides | Post-harvest fungicides within the limits of each destination country |
| Residue analysis | Tested at an accredited laboratory; result within 24 hours |
| Degreening | Not used on oranges |
| Shelf life | 30–45 days in cold storage |
| Valencia maturity | Brix 10–12, acidity about 1.5%, juice about 70% |
| Navel juice content | About 60% |
For the season by month, see the Egyptian citrus seasonality calendar.
Egyptian Orange Sizes — FAQ
What do orange counts like 56 or 88 mean?
The count is the number of oranges in a 15 kg carton. A lower count means larger fruit: count 56 has fewer, bigger oranges than count 88.
Which counts do you pack for Navel and Valencia?
Navel: 32, 36, 40, 48, 56, 64, 72, 80 and 88, with 48–88 most requested. Valencia: 48, 56, 64, 72, 80, 88, 100 and 113, with 72–113 most requested.
What carton sizes are available?
The standard carton is 15 kg net / 16 kg gross, open top or telescopic. Navel is also packed in 10 kg and 7.5 kg cartons.
How many cartons fit in a 40 ft reefer container?
1,664 cartons of 15 kg, which is 24.96 tonnes net: 20 pallets of 80 cartons plus one Euro pallet of 64 cartons.
Can I order a 20 ft container or mix oranges with other citrus?
No. Oranges ship in full 40 ft reefer containers only, including trial orders, and are not loaded with mandarins or lemons in the same container.
Do you send orange samples?
No, we do not send orange samples. Buyers can visit the farm or the packhouse by appointment.
Ask for Today’s Price
Tell us the variety, counts, carton and destination port, and ask for today’s price on Nile Prime Valencia or Navel.
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Related: Egyptian citrus export guide · Valencia vs Navel · Egyptian oranges at PEI Trade