Strawberries
IQF Strawberries. prepared from the variety Festival and Fortuna that has great dessert and aromatic quality with consistent internal red colour and excellent for freezing and thawing.
Pesticide-free.
Harvested manually at peak maturity, decapped and frozen straight away to maintain the highest level of quality.
Whole packed strawberries with no additives intended for further pro- cessing for jams, jellies, ice-cream, yoghourts,
and bakery.
Our frozen strawberries—available whole, sliced, and cubed—are sourced from premium Egyptian farms known for delivering rich flavor, natural color, and consistent quality. Each batch is processed using advanced IQF technology to preserve the berries’ freshness, sweetness, and nutritional value. Ideal for industrial production, retail packing, smoothies, dairy applications, bakery use, and foodservice.
Varieties: Festival – Fortuna.
Type: Whole, stemless.
Size: 15-25 mm / 25-35 mm / 35+ mm.
Shapes: Whole / Sliced / Cubes.
Color: Natural bright red.
Flavor: Sweet, characteristic strawberry taste.
Aroma: Fresh and fruity.
Shelf Life: 24 months at −18°C
Origin: Egypt.
Packaging Options:
> 400 g, 1 KG, 2.5 KG printed or transparent bag.
> 10 kg polybag.
1. Receiving & Inspection:
Fresh strawberries are delivered from contracted farms and inspected for size, ripeness, and quality.
2. Sorting & Grading:
Defective or over/undersized berries are removed; remaining berries graded by size and quality.
3. Washing:
Multi-stage washing system removes soil, leaves, and residues.
4. De-stalking:
Green caps are removed manually or mechanically depending on batch requirements.
5. Final Selection:
Visual inspection to ensure uniform color, shape integrity, and removal of damaged berries.
6. IQF Freezing:
Rapid freezing at −35°C to −40°C preserves individual berry structure, natural flavor, and color.
7. Metal Detection & Packing:
IQF strawberries pass through metal detection, then are weighed, packed, and sealed in export-grade packaging.
8. Cold Storage:
Stored at −18°C until loading into pre-cooled reefer containers for shipment.
- Keep frozen at −18°C.
- Keep frozen. Do not refreeze once thawed.
Quality & Safety:
At SIJAL, we focus on quality and sustainability in every bite. Our IQF frozen strawberries represent our commitment to excellence.
Here’s why SIJAL is the trusted choice for your business:
- Multi-stage washing and strict size sorting.
- Individually quick-frozen (IQF) to maintain texture.
- Metal detection and quality checks on every batch.
- Microbiological standards compliant with the EU requirements.
- For consistent quality, reliable supply, and competitive pricing .. Reach out to us to discuss your needs.
At SIJAL, we take pride in delivering our frozen products safely and efficiently to clients around the world. Every shipment is handled with the utmost care to preserve product quality and ensure smooth delivery from our facility to your destination.
Sea Freight (Our Main Export Method)
- All products are shipped in reefer containers maintained at a constant temperature of -18°C or below to guarantee freshness and quality upon arrival.
- We work with leading international shipping lines to ensure reliable schedules and competitive transit times.
- Available Incoterms: FOB, CFR, and CIF — based on customer preference and destination port.
- Typical transit time: 04–30 days depending on destination (Europe, Middle East, Africa, or Asia).
Documentation & Support
Each shipment includes the full set of export documents:
Commercial Invoice.
Packing List.
Certificate of Origin or EUR1.
Phytosanitary Certificate.
Bill of Lading.
Additional documents can be arranged upon request.
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