Overview
Colour retention through freezing is the quality signal to watch, since the green portion degrades faster than the white.
Grades, cuts, and formats
These are the formats commonly traded from Egypt. They serve different applications rather than representing quality tiers, so the format should follow the finished product, not the price.
Chopped 3-5mm rings
Fine cross-cut. Used in sauces, prepared foods, and as an inclusion.
Sliced 10-15mm lengths
Longer cut where the piece is visible in the finished dish.
Technical specifications
| Sizing Options | Chopped: 3-5mm rings. Sliced: 10-15mm lengths. |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -18°C or colder |
| Microbiology Limits | E. Coli < 10 cfu/g, Salmonella: Absent/25g |
| Packing Configurations | 1×10kg carton bulk, 20×400g retail bags |
| Packing options | 1×10kg bulk; 20×400g retail |
| Harvest season | Oct–Apr (peak Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb) |
| Container fit (40ft HC reefer) | 10kg cartons, 100 cartons per pallet, 20 pallets per container |
Sourcing notes for buyers
- Green-to-white ratio is worth specifying. It affects both appearance and flavour intensity, and suppliers vary in how they trim.
- Harvest runs October through April, peak November to February.
- Microbiological limits: E. coli under 10 cfu/g, Salmonella absent in 25g.
- Offered into EU and GCC markets.
Frequently asked questions
What cut formats are available for IQF spring onions?
Chopped into 3-5mm rings, or sliced into 10-15mm lengths. The finer ring format is used in sauces and prepared foods, while longer lengths are specified where the piece stays visible.
When is the Egyptian spring onion season?
October through April, with peak volume from November through February.
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