pomegranate
Premium Pomegranates at Sky Fruit Egypt
Sky Fruit Egypt cultivates exceptional pomegranates featuring nearly round, medium to large fruits with deep pink leathery skin. Our premium pomegranates contain white, spongy tissue organized in compartments packed with sacs of sweetly acidic, juicy, dark pink seeds. The entirely edible seeds offer a crunchy, sweet, and berry-like flavor profile that has made Egyptian pomegranates renowned worldwide for their superior quality and nutritional benefits.
Varieties
Wonderful
Most exported variety celebrated for vibrant color and sweet-tart flavor. Prized for exceptional juiciness, large seeds, and high antioxidant content, making it ideal for premium markets.
Deep red seeds | High antioxidants | Excellent shelf life | Main export variety
Baladi
Traditional Egyptian variety esteemed for its unique flavor profile and cultural significance. Known for distinctive taste characteristics and excellent adaptation to local growing conditions.
Traditional variety | Unique flavor | Cultural heritage | Local adaptation
Early 116
Early season variety appreciated for early market availability and rich sweetness. Provides competitive advantage with earlier harvest timing and excellent quality characteristics.
Early harvest | July-August | Rich sweetness | Market advantage
Seasonality
Early Season
July – August
Early 116 variety for first-to-market advantage
Peak Season
September – October
All varieties at optimal maturity and peak availability
Late Season
November – December
Extended harvest period for continuous supply
Main Window
August – January
Complete harvest season from early to late varieties
Count Size Classifications
Count 6
Extra Large
Premium
Count 7
Large+
Export
Count 8
Large
Standard
Count 9
Large
Commercial
Count 10
Medium+
Retail
Count 11
Medium+
Market
Count 12
Medium
Foodservice
Count 13
Medium
Processing
Count 14
Small+
Juice
Count 15
Small
Industrial
Quality Specifications
Appearance:
Deep pink leathery skin with vibrant color and uniform shape
Seeds:
Entirely edible, crunchy, sweet, and berry-like flavor with juicy texture
Harvest:
Hand-picked at peak ripeness for maximum flavor and nutritional content
Storage:
Refrigerated warehouses and controlled atmosphere for extended shelf life
Certifications:
GlobalGAP, GRASP, ISO 9001:2015, FDA approved facilities
Packaging Solutions
4.5kg Open-Top Cartons
Standard export packaging
Export Standards
Origin:
Product of Egypt – Badari Assuit Region
HS Code:
081090 (Fresh pomegranates)
Container Loading:
20 pallets per container, 200 cartons per pallet (4.5kg)
Alternative Loading:
180 cartons per pallet or 60 plastic trays per pallet
Shipping Options:
Air freight for speed, sea freight for volume orders
Key Markets:
Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa, and North America
Shelf Life:
45-60+ days under proper refrigerated storage conditions
