Pumpkin Seeds
Export-grade Egyptian pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita pepo) sourced directly from QIRAT’s managed agricultural footprint in New Nubaria. Prepared under strict physical and chemical tolerance baselines for B2B roasters, snack packers, and wholesale distributors.
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Origin & Control: Egypt (direct field-to-pack oversight).
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Grading & Calibration: Uniform-size gradings (11 mm, 12 mm, 13 mm+, or calibrated to buyer contract specs).
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Contract Tolerances: Moisture max 8.0% | Admixture max 0.5% | Empty seeds max 1.5% | Salmonella-free.
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Packaging Options: 25 kg / 50 kg PP bags or multi-wall paper bags with inner PE lining.
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Shipping & Verification: FOB Alexandria Port (CIF on request) | Pre-shipment SGS or Intertek inspection welcomed.
Product Description
Pumpkin Seeds Export from Egypt: Overview
Executing a reliable pumpkin seeds export contract from Egypt requires controlled harvesting, thorough mechanical cleaning, and precise size calibration. QIRAT exports agricultural-grade pumpkin seeds directly from our managed farm acreage and processing setups in New Nubaria. We focus on defined physical tolerances, moisture stability, and transparent quality verification rather than unachievable claims of perfection, giving global snack processors, roasters, and wholesale importers a dependable sourcing partner.
Cultivated in light, well-drained sandy soil optimal for uniform seed development, our pumpkin seeds undergo multi-stage mechanical cleaning, air separation, and optical laser sorting to meet specific buyer requirements. Our operational philosophy centers on risk management, disciplined sampling protocols, and reliable shipment schedules for B2B procurement teams across European, Gulf, and international markets. If you are also sourcing oil-bearing or specialty seeds, you can review our specs for Sesame Seeds Export from Egypt processed under the same controlled parameters.
Pumpkin Seeds Export from Egypt Specifications
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Botanical Identity: Cucurbita pepo (pure Egyptian origin).
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Grading & Calibration: Uniform width and length gradings, including standard 11 mm, 12 mm, and 13 mm+ sizes (custom millimeter sizing available per contract specification).
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Purity Level: Minimum 99.0% for machine-cleaned; minimum 99.5% for double-sorted (optical laser sorted) batches.
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Moisture Content: Maximum 7.0% to 8.0% (monitored strictly to prevent mold development, internal rancidity, and shell degradation during maritime transit).
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Admixture / Foreign Matter: Maximum 0.5% (dust and foreign matter controlled within agreed commercial thresholds).
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Empty Seeds & Defects: Maximum 1.0% to 1.5% (empty shells, discolored seeds, or broken shells restricted strictly per contract specifications).
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Microbiological Status: Certified Salmonella-free and compliant with international pesticide residue limits (EU / Gulf food safety thresholds).
Packing & Shipping Parameters
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Standard Packaging: Supplied in 25 kg or 50 kg food-grade woven Polypropylene (PP) bags, or multi-wall paper bags with inner polyethylene (PE) lining engineered to protect seed integrity and prevent moisture absorption during transit.
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Custom Options: Customized net-weight bags, jumbo bags (500 kg to 1000 kg capacity), and wooden palletization arranged upon technical buyer agreement.
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Logistics Terms: Standard commercial quotations issued on FOB Alexandria Port terms. CIF terms calculated upon confirmation of the destination port.
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Pre-Shipment Inspection: Independent third-party inspection (SGS or Intertek) welcomed at Alexandria Port prior to container sealing to verify weight, grading, and specifications against contract parameters.
