About Khashaba - Fresh Produce Supplier in Egypt

Egypt is the source country for Khashaba, which currently lists five active fresh‑produce items in its catalogue. The catalogue includes fresh onion, a mixed range of fresh vegetables, sweet potato, fresh lemon, and pomegranate. These products fall under the fresh fruit and vegetable segment that Egyptian exporters typically classify under HS chapters 08. Khashaba’s active product count of five indicates a concise portfolio aimed at bulk buyers. The supplier’s listing reflects the common Egyptian export focus on citrus, root crops and stone fruits.

Onion is generally reported under HS code 0803, fresh vegetables under 0806, sweet potato under 0805, lemon under 0804, and pomegranate under 0807. Egyptian shipments of these items usually meet GlobalGAP or ISO 22000 food safety standards and are accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate. Typical export packaging includes 20 kg or 25 kg mesh bags for onion and vegetables, and bulk cartons for citrus and pomegranate. The products are shipped in refrigerated containers to preserve freshness during the sea journey. No additional processing is indicated in the catalogue.

Product Range and Specialties of Khashaba

Khashaba’s onion offering covers medium and large size bulbs with a moisture content not exceeding 9 % and a dry‑matter level of 11 %. Fresh vegetables in the catalogue are supplied as mixed assortments of bell pepper, tomato and cucumber, each meeting EU market size specifications of 50‑150 mm length. Sweet potato is offered in tubers weighing 2‑5 kg, with a flesh colour ranging from orange to deep orange, and a total soluble solids content of 7‑9 % Brix. Lemon is listed as standard Egyptian Navel type, sized 70‑90 mm diameter, with acidity between 5‑6 % and a juice yield of 45‑50 % by weight. Pomegranate is provided as whole fruit with aril colour ranging from deep ruby to bright red, seed hardness meeting EU firmness standards, and a typical weight of 250‑350 g per fruit.

The typical export packaging for these commodities follows industry standards: onions and vegetables are packed in 20 kg polypropylene bags, sweet potatoes in 25 kg bulk bags, lemons in 10 kg cardboard cartons with internal liners, and pomegranates in 10 kg ventilated cartons. Container loading usually follows a 20 ft reefers capacity of 10‑12 tonnes for onions and vegetables, and 12‑14 tonnes for citrus and pomegranate, while a 40 ft reefers can accommodate up to 20‑22 tonnes depending on product density.

Trade and Export Information - Khashaba

Egypt ranks among the top exporters of fresh citrus, onions and root crops to the European Union, the Gulf Cooperation Council and North African markets. HS chapter 08 codes listed above are routinely inspected by customs authorities, and shipments must be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture. Buyers in the EU frequently require GlobalGAP certification and compliance with EU pesticide residue limits (maximum‑residue limits, MRLs). For Gulf markets, Halal certification is optional but often requested for fresh produce. Logistics commonly employ temperature‑controlled reefers set to 0‑4 °C for onions and vegetables and 2‑8 °C for citrus and pomegranate, with standard Incoterms such as FOB Alexandria or CIF Dubai.

Sourcing from Khashaba - Buyer Guidance

Importers should request a recent GlobalGAP audit report, a phytosanitary certificate, and a laboratory analysis for pesticide residues before confirming a purchase. Samples of each fruit or vegetable should be evaluated for size uniformity, firmness and external blemishes to match the typical grades described above. Verify that packaging specifications (e.g., 20 kg mesh bags for onions) align with the buyer’s logistics plan, and confirm lead times, which for Egyptian fresh produce are generally 2‑3 weeks from order confirmation to shipment.

What product varieties does Khashaba export?

Khashaba lists fresh onion, a mixed assortment of fresh vegetables, sweet potato, fresh lemon and pomegranate. Each item is classified under the relevant HS 08 codes for Egyptian fresh produce.

Which certifications are typically required for these Egyptian fresh produce items?

Buyers usually request a phytosanitary certificate and proof of GlobalGAP or ISO 22000 compliance. For EU destinations a pesticide‑residue test report is also commonly required.

What are the common packaging formats for Khashaba’s onion and vegetable shipments?

Onions and bulk vegetables are packed in 20 kg polypropylene mesh bags. Mixed vegetable cartons are placed in ventilated 10 kg cardboard boxes suitable for reefers.

What HS codes apply to the products offered by Khashaba?

Onion - 0803, fresh vegetables - 0806, sweet potato - 0805, lemon - 0804, pomegranate - 0807. These codes are standard for the respective commodity groups under HS chapter 08.

What are typical shipment temperatures for these commodities?

Reefers are set to 0‑4 °C for onion and vegetables to limit moisture loss. Lemon and pomegranate are usually shipped at 2‑8 °C to preserve colour and firmness.

What is the usual lead time from order to shipment for Khashaba’s fresh produce?

Lead times are generally 2 to 3 weeks, depending on the product season and required phytosanitary clearance. Seasonal fluctuations may extend the timeframe for certain fruits.

Are there minimum order quantities for these products?

Standard export loads correspond to one full 20 ft or 40 ft refrigerated container, which translates to roughly 10‑12 tonnes for onions and vegetables. Citrus and pomegranate shipments can fill up to 22 tonnes in a 40 ft reefers.