Export from Egypt & Sudan to Tunisia
Tunisia imports Egyptian agricultural commodities for both domestic consumption and food processing. Egyptian dates, sesame, herbs, and pulses are well-established imports in the Tunisian market. We supply with full documentation and competitive FOB pricing from Alexandria.
Products We Export to Tunisia
Tunisian food processors source Egyptian sesame and dried herbs. Egyptian dates complement Tunisia's own date export sector for year-round market coverage.
Dates
Egyptian Medjool and Siwi dates from Siwa Oasis. Soft, caramel-sweet, moisture 18–25%. Year-round availability from cold storage. HS 0804.10.
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.
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.
Dried Basil
Egyptian dried sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum). Cut & Sifted and powder forms. Moisture ≤ 10%, vibrant green colour. HS 0910.99.
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.
Documentation for Tunisia
Logistics & Terms
Trade Note: Tunisia has a bilateral trade agreement with Egypt. Reduced tariffs apply on many agricultural categories. French language documentation preferred.
Importing from Egypt to Tunisia
How do I import agricultural products from Egypt to Tunisia?
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, Tunisian Food Standards (INNORPI), Halal Certificate, CoA, and Bill of Lading. Standard incoterms: CIF, CFR, FOB.
What is the transit time from Egypt to Tunisia?
Transit from Egyptian ports (Alexandria, Port Said, Damietta) to Tunis Rades is approximately 7–11 days. Lead time from confirmed order to loading is 7–21 days depending on the product.
What certifications are required for importing to Tunisia?
Standard requirements include: Tunisian Food Standards (INNORPI), Halal Certificate, Phytosanitary Certificate. We prepare all documentation as standard — buyers do not need to arrange this separately.
What is the minimum order for exports to Tunisia?
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.