Lactuca sativa var. capitata
Vacuum-Cooled Crisp Heads in Individual Micro-Perforated Bags
Cultivated in sandy desert soil to ensure grit-free hearts. Vacuum-cooled to +1°C within 60 minutes of field harvest, wrapping each head in breathable micro-perforated polypropylene to preserve crunchy texture for 25+ days.
Precision calibration, size grading, certified export packaging formats, and cold chain parameters enforced at DeltaMasr packhouses.
| Grade / Caliber | Primary Commercial Application |
|---|---|
| Size 10 (700g – 900g / 10 heads per carton) | Retail & Supermarkets |
| Size 12 (500g – 700g / 12 heads per carton) | EU Retail Standard |
Heavy-duty export grade, ventilated and palletized for optimal airflow during seafreight.
Heavy-duty export grade, ventilated and palletized for optimal airflow during seafreight.
Monthly harvest cycles and controlled cold-store shipping schedules from Alexandria Port.
Desert sand cultivation prevents bottom-leaf mud contamination, drastically reducing wash cycles and processing costs for fresh-cut salad manufacturers.
Intense solar amplitude maximizes photosynthetic sugar synthesis and dry matter accumulation.
Direct subterranean aquifer extraction isolated from surface runoff, ensuring crystal purity.
Free-draining sandy loam preventing compaction and fungal root constriction.
| Destination Port & Market | Transit Time | Service Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Rotterdam / Antwerp (NL/BE) | 7 – 9 Days | 3x Weekly Direct |
| Felixstowe / London Gateway (UK) | 8 – 10 Days | 2x Weekly Direct |
| Hamburg / Bremerhaven (DE) | 9 – 11 Days | 2x Weekly Direct |
| Marseille / Fos-sur-Mer (FR) | 4 – 5 Days | 3x Weekly Direct |
| Genoa / Salerno / Koper (IT/SI) | 4 – 5 Days | 4x Weekly Direct |
| Jebel Ali / Jeddah (GCC) | 6 – 8 Days | Daily Feeder |
| Singapore / Port Klang (Asia) | 18 – 22 Days | Weekly Express |
Vs. 20–30 days transit from South America or East Asia — preserving maximum freshness, firmness, and shelf life for European & Middle Eastern supermarkets.
Per 100g Edible Portion
Refreshing low-calorie hydration with vitamin K (24.1 µg) and dietary fiber supporting digestive wellness.
Engineered agronomic solutions resolving common maritime transit, sizing, and shelf-life risks for global importers.
Pink rib discoloration and butt browning during seafreight transit.
Forced vacuum cooling to +1°C within 1 hour of dawn harvest and controlled atmosphere (CA) Reefer set to 3% O2 / 0% CO2.
Direct commercial answers on minimum order quantities, shipping logistics, and packaging specifications.
Yes, our automated vacuum tubes pull pallet temperatures down from +25°C to +1°C in 22 minutes to lock in harvest freshness.
Submit your produce specifications and destination port. Our export desk will issue a comprehensive commercial proposal and vessel transit schedule within 24 hours.
No intermediaries; guaranteed quality, direct traceability, and competitive pricing.
Contracted reefer allocations with Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, and Hapag-Lloyd.
Complete laboratory COA, BRCGS Grade A, and GlobalG.A.P. IFA v6 documentation.
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Harvested daily at sunrise, washed, trimmed, and hydro-cooled to +2°C to lock in crispness and vivid green foliage. Packed in ice-injected cartons for expedited air and refrigerated sea delivery.
Grown in high-tech climate greenhouses with pure deep Moghra aquifer water. Exceptional crispness, thin dark green skins, small seed cavities, and high shelf life resilience.
Bred for intense natural sweetness reaching 7.5° to 10.0° Brix. Crisp crunchy skins, vibrant ruby color, and balanced acidity make them the premier choice for European supermarket snacking programs.
