Export from Egypt & Sudan to Russia
Russia is a historically significant market for Egyptian agricultural exports. Egyptian citrus, garlic, onions, and frozen IQF products enter Russia via Novorossiysk and St. Petersburg. We provide full Rosselkhoznadzor-compliant documentation for all shipments.
Products We Export to Russia
Russia increased Egyptian produce imports significantly following Western import bans. Egyptian citrus and garlic maintain strong market position in Russia.
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.
Garlic
Egyptian dry garlic from Upper Egypt. High allicin content, large firm bulbs, strong pungency. Year-round from cold storage. HS 0703.20.
Yellow Onions
Export-grade Egyptian yellow onions with high dry matter content (12–16%), strong outer skins, and extended shelf life. EU-certified, available March through July from Upper and Middle Egypt.
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.
Frozen Mango
Egyptian Zebda mango IQF — frozen at peak ripeness. Brix base fruit 14–18°, ≤ 8% glazing. Available year-round. HS 0811.90.
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.
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.
Dried Parsley
Egyptian dried flat-leaf parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Bright green colour, moisture ≤ 10%. Cut & Sifted and powder. Major EU herb importer grade.
Documentation for Russia
Logistics & Terms
Trade Note: Russia operates under Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) food safety standards. Rosselkhoznadzor approves plant-origin product imports. USD/EUR settlement typical.
Importing from Egypt to Russia
How do I import agricultural products from Egypt to Russia?
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, Rosselkhoznadzor Compliance, EAC Customs Union standards, CoA, and Bill of Lading. Standard incoterms: CIF, CFR, FOB.
What is the transit time from Egypt to Russia?
Transit from Egyptian ports (Alexandria, Port Said, Damietta) to Novorossiysk is approximately 12–18 days. Lead time from confirmed order to loading is 7–21 days depending on the product.
What certifications are required for importing to Russia?
Standard requirements include: Rosselkhoznadzor Compliance, EAC Customs Union standards, Phytosanitary Certificate. We prepare all documentation as standard — buyers do not need to arrange this separately.
What is the minimum order for exports to Russia?
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.