8 kg export carton
Printed corrugated carton packed by count, the standard format for European and Gulf retail.
Fresh fruits · Egypt
Egyptian mandarins for export: Murcott, Clementine & more
Murcott, Clementine and other easy-peel mandarins from Egypt, sized by count and packed in branded cartons or ventilated crates for retail and wholesale programmes.
- Origin
- Egypt
- Varieties
- Murcott, Clementine, Fremont, Mirav, Minneola
- Season
- November – April
- HS code
- 0805.21
- Packing
- 8 kg carton, 9 kg crate
- Private label
- Available
Overview
Easy-peel citrus for the winter shelf
Egyptian mandarins fill European, Gulf and Russian shelves through the winter. Early Clementines open the season in November; Murcott, the main export variety, carries programmes through to April with bright colour, high sugar and a thin, easy-to-peel skin.
We pack by count in 8 kg cartons or 9 kg ventilated crates, with the carton print, label language and fruit stickers agreed before the season starts. Each lot is checked for skin condition, colour and sugar before loading.
What to specify
- Variety (Murcott, Clementine, Fremont, Mirav, Minneola)
- Count range, e.g. 42–63
- Carton or crate, net weight and label
- With or without leaf, sticker and wax requirements
Specifications
Commercial specification
| Varieties | Murcott, Clementine, Fremont, Mirav, Minneola |
|---|---|
| Sizes (count) | 30, 36, 42, 48, 54, 63, 72 |
| Grade | Class I or buyer specification |
| Packing | 8 kg corrugated carton; 9 kg ventilated plastic crate; retail packs on request |
| Private label | Available |
| HS code | 0805.21 |
Published ranges are a starting point. Size, grade, pack and net weight are confirmed in your quotation for the shipment lot.
Season
When Mandarins are available
November to April, depending on variety. Peak export volumes from December to February.
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Export seasonPeak volume
| Clementine | November – January. Seedless or low-seed, very easy to peel. |
|---|---|
| Fremont & Mirav | December – February. Deep orange colour, sweet flavour. |
| Murcott | January – April. The main export mandarin: rich flavour, thin skin, travels well. |
| Minneola | January – March. Tangelo type with a distinctive neck, juicy and aromatic. |
Packing
Packing options
Packing follows your sales channel and destination. Formats, weights and labels are agreed before packing starts.
9 kg ventilated crate
Plastic crate for wholesale markets and short handling chains.
Pallet programmes
Cartons built on Euro or industrial pallets with corner boards and pallet labels.
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 | Confirmed per variety (typically +4 to +7 °C) |
|---|---|
| Relative humidity | 90–95% |
| 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 Mandarins: common questions
When is the Egyptian mandarin season?
From November to April. Clementines start the season, Murcott runs from January to April, and peak volumes are from December to February.
Which mandarin variety is best for export?
Murcott is the main export variety thanks to its flavour, colour and shelf life. Clementines suit early-season retail programmes that need an easy-peel, low-seed fruit.
Which sizes do you pack?
Counts from 30 to 72 per carton. Tell us your count range and we confirm which sizes are available for your shipment week.
Can mandarins be packed under our brand?
Yes. Cartons and fruit stickers can carry your brand, barcode and label language.
Request a quote for Mandarins
Send the product, volume, packing and destination. Our export team replies with availability, specification and a tailored quotation.