15 kg carton, loose
Open-top or telescopic carton packed by count for wholesale and foodservice.
Fresh fruits · Egypt
Egyptian lemons for export: Eureka
Eureka lemons from Egypt, graded by count and packed loose or individually wrapped in 15 kg cartons for retail, wholesale and foodservice buyers.
- Origin
- Egypt
- Varieties
- Eureka
- Season
- September – March
- HS code
- 0805.50
- Packing
- 15 kg carton, wrapped or loose
- Private label
- Available
Overview
Bright, juicy lemons from the Nile Delta
Egyptian Eureka lemons are known for their bright yellow colour, smooth skin and high juice content. The season runs from September to March, which makes Egypt a strong winter source for Europe, the Gulf and Asia.
We grade by count, pack loose or individually wrapped, and can print the tissue with your brand. Colour, skin finish and firmness are agreed in the specification, together with the carton format and label.
What to specify
- Count range, e.g. 88–113
- Colour: full yellow or yellow with green tinge
- Loose or individually wrapped fruit
- Carton type, net weight and label
Specifications
Commercial specification
| Variety | Eureka |
|---|---|
| Sizes (count) | 80, 88, 100, 113, 125, 138 |
| Grade | Class I or buyer specification |
| Packing | 15 kg telescopic or open-top carton; ventilated crates; wrapped fruit on request |
| Private label | Available, including printed wraps |
| HS code | 0805.50 |
Published ranges are a starting point. Size, grade, pack and net weight are confirmed in your quotation for the shipment lot.
Season
When Lemons are available
September to March, with peak volumes from November to February.
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Packing
Packing options
Packing follows your sales channel and destination. Formats, weights and labels are agreed before packing starts.
Individually wrapped
Each lemon wrapped in printed tissue for premium retail and long voyages.
Crates and retail packs
Ventilated crates or consumer nets, depending on your channel.
Logistics
Storage, loading and shipping
Carrying conditions and the loading plan are confirmed for each shipment, product and destination.
- Pack format, net weight and units per pallet
- Pallet pattern and pallets per 20ft / 40ft reefer
- Temperature set-point and ventilation per product
- Loading photos and export documents per shipment
| Carrying temperature | +3 to +5 °C; final set-point confirmed per programme |
|---|---|
| Relative humidity | 85–90% |
| Pallets | Euro 80×120 cm or industrial 100×120 cm |
| Wood packaging | ISPM 15 where applicable |
| Traceability | Lot code linking field, packhouse and packing date |
FAQ
Buying Lemons: common questions
When are Egyptian lemons available?
From September to March, with the largest volumes from November to February.
Do you supply wrapped lemons?
Yes. Lemons can be individually wrapped in printed tissue, which protects the fruit and presents your brand.
Which sizes are most popular?
Counts 88 to 113 are the most requested for retail; larger fruit (80) and smaller fruit (125–138) are available for specific programmes.
Can I mix lemons and oranges in one container?
Often yes, as they ship at similar conditions. We confirm the set-point and loading plan for mixed citrus loads.
Request a quote for Lemons
Send the product, volume, packing and destination. Our export team replies with availability, specification and a tailored quotation.