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Desert Gold Raisins
Naturally sun-dried raisins with two decades of consistency behind every lot.
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ROOTED IN EGYPTOriginMinya, Egypt
Export SeasonFrom the August crop
Moisture12 – 18%
ROOTED IN EGYPT
Grown with purpose. Selected with care.
For more than two decades, our operations in Minya have benefited from one of Egypt’s most favorable regions for grape cultivation and natural sun-drying. Under the Desert Gold brand, we produce a carefully selected range of premium raisins, combining traditional drying methods with rigorous quality standards to deliver consistent flavor and quality to international markets.
Our portfolio includes golden and dark raisins, each distinguished by its naturally sweet taste and soft, pleasantly chewy texture. Harvest and processing: available from the August crop throughout the processing season, ensuring a reliable and consistent supply. Raisins are available in 10 kg bulk cartons and 200 g and 500 g doypacks, under the Desert Gold brand or as private-label solutions.
Our Sun-Dried Raisins Portfolio
Why buyers choose it
20+ years of expertise
Sun-dried in Minya with consistent size, colour and moisture grading.
Controlled quality
Defined moisture, size and tolerance specifications for every lot.
Bulk & retail formats
10 kg cartons and 200 g / 500 g doypacks for processors and private label.
Technical Specifications
| B2B Standard Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Minya, Egypt |
| Export Season | From the August crop, throughout the processing season |
| Moisture Range | 12% – 18% (controlled) |
| Packaging formats | 10 kg bulk cartons; 200 g and 500 g doypacks (Desert Gold brand or private label) |
| Certifications | BRCGS, GLOBALG.A.P., ISO 22000, Halal, SEDEX/SMETA |
Retail packs
Desert Gold, ready for the shelf
Our sun-dried raisins in 200 g and 500 g stand-up doypacks, alongside 10 kg bulk cartons, under the Desert Gold brand or private label.
- 200 g doypack
- 500 g doypack
- 10 kg bulk carton
Size Chart
| Size Category | Berry Count (Per Kg) |
|---|---|
| Jumbo | 70 – 149 berries |
| Large | 120 – 200 berries |
| Medium | 220 – 320 berries |
| Small | 300 – 500 berries |
Available Raisin Varieties
Golden Paradise Raisins
Produced from Super Thompson Seedless grapes, with a light golden color, a naturally sweet flavor and a jumbo berry size. Moisture levels are maintained between 12% and 18%.
Sultana Raisins
Made from H4 Seedless grapes, with a light golden appearance and a balanced sweetness. Available in bold and medium sizes, with moisture levels ranging from 12% to 18%.
Golden Savour Raisins
Crafted from selected seedless grapes, known for their light golden color, naturally sweet taste and jumbo size, with moisture content maintained at 12% to 18%.
Dried-on-the-Vine Raisins
Produced by drying Super Thompson Seedless grapes directly on the vine, these raisins develop their characteristic brownish-black color and rich, naturally sweet flavor. Offered in jumbo sizes with moisture levels of 12% to 18%.
Quality Tolerances & Parameters
Our physical parameters for Golden and DOV raisins strictly comply with B2B trading limits:
| Quality Factor | Choice Grade | Standard Grade | Industrial Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Color: Minor deviation | Max 10% | Max 25% | * |
| Color: Major deviation | Max 2% | Max 5% | * |
| Immature / Texture | Max 3% | Max 5% | * |
| Mold limit | Max 2% | Max 3% | Max 4% |
| Blemishes | Max 5% | Max 10% | * |
| Damaged berries | Max 2% | Max 10% | Max 20% |
| Sugared berries | Max 6% | Max 10% | Max 15% |
| Cap stems / kg | Max 30 | Max 40 | Max 100 |
| Loose stalks / 12.5 kg | Max 1 | Max 2 | Max 4 |
| Embedded stalks / 12.5 kg | Max 3 | Max 4 | Max 6 |
| Seed traces | Max 5% | Max 10% | Max 20% |
| Whole seeds / objects | None | None | None |
Procurement & Inquiries
Requesting bulk shipments or custom doypack packing contracts? Contact our processed exports desk.
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Certifications: BRCGS, GLOBALG.A.P., ISO 22000, Halal.
From origin to order
A better programme starts with the details.
From selecting a variety to planning your shipment, build your enquiry around what your market needs.
Define your format
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Plan your programme
Share your destination, volumes and delivery window with our export team to confirm availability and next steps.
Before your first order
What should I include in my enquiry?
Please include the product and variety, destination market, expected volume, packaging preference and target delivery dates. Our export team can then discuss a programme with you.
Can I request product documentation?
Contact our export team for the specifications, certificates and supporting documents relevant to your selected product and destination.
How do I confirm seasonal availability?
Use the specifications as a starting point, then confirm the current harvest window and available formats with our team before planning an order.
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