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Egypt is a significant market for Indian agricultural exports, particularly in meat and cereals, offering substantial opportunities for growth.

Data updated Jul 20, 2026 · 2 min read
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$3.18BAnnual agri-import value (from India)
+9.2%Year-over-year growth

Market outlook

The demand for Indian agricultural products in Egypt is on the rise, driven by Egypt's growing population and the need for diverse food sources. Recent trade agreements and India's competitive pricing are expected to further boost exports in the near term.

Top imported products

Meat of bovine animals, frozen
19%
Rice
2%
Cereals (including wheat and meslin)
1%
Dairy products, eggs, honey, edible products
0%
Edible fruits, nuts, peel of citrus fruit, melons
0%

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Tariffs & duties

HS codeProductDutyNotes
0202Meat of bovine animals, frozenRefer to destination country’s tariff scheduleSpecific duty rates for frozen bovine meat exports to Egypt are determined by Egypt's customs regulations.
1006RiceRefer to destination country’s tariff scheduleRice exports from India to Egypt are subject to Egypt's import tariffs, which vary based on rice type and quality.
0401Butter and other fats and oils derived from milkRefer to destination country’s tariff scheduleDairy product exports, including butter, are subject to Egypt's import duties as per their tariff schedule.
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Required documents & certifications

Commercial InvoiceRequired

A detailed invoice with buyer/seller details, product description, quantity, price, and Incoterms.

Packing ListRequired

A document detailing the contents, packaging, and weight of the shipment.

Certificate of OriginRequired

Certifies the origin of the goods, issued by the relevant Indian authorities.

Health CertificateRequired

Certifies that the products meet health and safety standards, issued by Indian health authorities.

Logistics & shipping

Typical transit time
Approximately 15-20 days
Common route
Sea freight from Indian ports to Egyptian ports
Destination port
Port Said or Alexandria
Avg. freight cost
Varies based on cargo volume and shipping terms

Sea freight is the most common and cost-effective method for shipping agricultural products from India to Egypt.

Mandi price vs. landed price

ProductIndia mandi rateEgypt landed priceMargin
Frozen bovine meat$3,000/ton$3,500/ton+16.7%
Rice$500/ton$600/ton+20%
Butter$4,000/ton$4,500/ton+12.5%

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