Moroccan table olives for buyers in Saudi Arabia
We find and verify table olive suppliers around Larache for buyers in Saudi Arabia, and introduce you once we have seen the farm, the packhouse and the paperwork ourselves.
Who buys table olives in Saudi Arabia
- Jeddah Islamic Port
- Riyadh and Jeddah wholesale markets
- Retail and food-service importers
Getting it to Saudi Arabia
Fresh berries usually fly; avocados, watermelons, frozen fruit and peanuts go by sea in refrigerated or dry containers. Transit to Saudi Arabia depends on the shipping line and port, so we confirm timings with your forwarder before you commit.
- Transit time (approx.)
- About 1 day by air for fresh berries; about 2–3 weeks by sea to Jeddah for frozen and hardier fresh produce.
- Entry and controls
- The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) controls food imports; products and labels must meet Saudi standards, with labelling in Arabic.
Documents to expect
- Phytosanitary certificate issued by ONSSA
- Certificate of origin
- Labelling and registration as required by the destination food authority
- Commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading or air waybill
General guidance only. Requirements change and depend on the product, so confirm them with your importer, forwarder and the destination authority.
Questions buyers ask
When are Moroccan table olives available?
Table olives are harvested from October to January and sold from storage all year.
Can you supply table olives to buyers in Saudi Arabia?
Fresh berries usually fly; avocados, watermelons, frozen fruit and peanuts go by sea in refrigerated or dry containers. Transit to Saudi Arabia depends on the shipping line and port, so we confirm timings with your forwarder before you commit.
How long does shipping table olives to Saudi Arabia take?
About 1 day by air for fresh berries; about 2–3 weeks by sea to Jeddah for frozen and hardier fresh produce.
Who checks imported table olives in Saudi Arabia?
The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) controls food imports; products and labels must meet Saudi standards, with labelling in Arabic.
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