Frozen Boneless Buffalo Meat to Egypt at a glance
- Trade agreement
- No FTA with India (Egypt is in COMESA/AfCFTA/Agadir, not with India). MFN tariffs [S7 — not mentioned]
The Egypt market for Indian frozen boneless buffalo meat
Egypt is one of the largest destinations for India's buffalo meat exports: about US$656.3 mn in FY2024-25, derived from the destination share in the official export data.
Egypt (16.16% share, APEDA FY2024-25) buys large volumes of compensated frozen cuts; plant approval and halal supervision by an Egypt-recognised body are required - verify the current approved-plant list.
Indian community in Egypt (Ministry of External Affairs estimate): 5,690 (NRI 5,407 + PIO 283).
Frozen Boneless Buffalo Meat specification for Egypt orders
| Parameter | Typical export value |
|---|---|
| Core temperature at loading | -18 °C or colder (typical) |
| Chemical lean (trimmings) | 65 / 80 / 85 / 90 CL (typical) |
| Packing | Individually poly-wrapped cuts in 20 kg (approx.) master cartons (typical) |
| Slaughter | Halal, under recognised halal-certifier supervision |
| Microbiology | Per destination standard (TPC, E. coli, Salmonella absent in 25 g) (typical) |
Final values are agreed per contract and checked against the Egypt requirements below, then confirmed by lab report or pre-shipment inspection.
Import requirements in Egypt
| Requirement | Regulator | Document / registration |
|---|---|---|
| Factory/brand registration | GOEIC | GOEIC registration under Decree 43/2016 |
| Arabic labelling & standards | EOS / NFSA | Arabic labels; NFSA import clearance |
General guidance as of November 2026. Confirm with your customs broker or the regulator before shipping. Final regulatory decisions require professional verification.
Shipping frozen boneless buffalo meat to Egypt
Typical sea transit from India: 12–18 d to Alexandria/Port Said; 8–12 d to Ain Sokhna (Red Sea) (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) days.
Supply window: Indian frozen boneless buffalo meat is mainly produced or harvested Two crops/yr; main harvest Apr-Jul and Oct-Dec (ASSUMPTION); Fishing season Aug-May (monsoon ban Jun-Jul both coasts) (ASSUMPTION - statutory ban dates vary by coast). Allow 12–18 d to Alexandria/Port Said; 8–12 d to Ain Sokhna (Red Sea) (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) days at sea plus 5–10 days for inspection, export clearance and Egypt customs when you set delivery dates.
Container loading (estimate): 20' about 18-25 MT in a 20' reefer, 40' HC about 26-28 MT in a 40' HC reefer.
Quoted on CFR, CIF, FOB; CIF Egypt is the common choice for first orders.
Where buyers are in Egypt
| City | Port / airport | Buyer sectors |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo | Inland; Alexandria / El Dekheila (Med) and Ain Sokhna Port (Red Sea, ~120 km) / Port Said | HORECA, pharma importers & local formulators (APIs, excipients) |
| Alexandria | Port of Alexandria & El Dekheila Port (Egypt's largest Mediterranean port complex, ~60% of | HORECA, shipping agents & importers, textile/yarn buyers |
| Giza | Inland (Greater Cairo); Alexandria / Ain Sokhna · Cairo International (CAI); Sphinx Intern | hotel/HORECA, 6th of October industrial zone factories (textiles, pharma |
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to import frozen boneless buffalo meat into Egypt?
Key requirements: Factory/brand registration — GOEIC (GOEIC registration under Decree 43/2016); Arabic labelling & standards — EOS / NFSA (Arabic labels; NFSA import clearance). Your customs broker confirms the full list for your HS line.
How long does shipping from India to Egypt take?
Typically 12–18 d to Alexandria/Port Said; 8–12 d to Ain Sokhna (Red Sea) (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) days at sea (estimate).
Does Egypt have a trade agreement with India?
No FTA with India (Egypt is in COMESA/AfCFTA/Agadir, not with India). MFN tariffs [S7 — not mentioned] A preferential certificate of origin is needed to claim any reduced duty.
How much frozen boneless buffalo meat does Egypt buy from India?
India's exports of buffalo meat to Egypt were about US$656.3 mn in FY2024-25, derived from the destination share published in India's official export data. That line includes products other than frozen boneless buffalo meat.
Which HS code applies to frozen boneless buffalo meat from India?
Usually HS 020230. Egypt applies its own national tariff extension to the 6-digit code; confirm the full line with your broker.
Is Indian bovine meat beef?
Indian exports are buffalo meat (carabeef) only; export of cow beef is prohibited under Indian policy.
Which halal certificate do you provide?
Each consignment carries a halal certificate from a body recognised by the importing country - for example Saudi Halal Center-accredited bodies for Saudi Arabia and JAKIM-recognised bodies for Malaysia.
Can you supply bone-in buffalo meat?
Indian policy permits boneless buffalo meat; bone-in product is generally not exportable.
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