How to import loofah to the USA from Egypt: documents, Incoterms and lead times
A step-by-step operational guide for wholesale buyers on container shipping, phytosanitary requirements, customs tariffs, and moisture control when buying loofah from Egypt.

What US importers buy from Egypt
Body copy. Engine B inserts entity-matched links where the text names a product or market, e.g. Raw Loofah (Raw Material Bales) for manufacturers and Glove or Padded Glove for spa and retail lines.
Documents you need
Every Agro Loofah shipment includes a Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin and Phytosanitary Certificate. US-side requirements to be verified with a licensed customs broker.
FOB vs CIF for US ports
| Term | We handle | You handle |
|---|---|---|
| FOB, Egypt | Production, QC, export docs, loading | Freight, insurance, import clearance |
| CIF, USA port | + freight and insurance to your port | Import clearance, duties, inland |
Lead times and samples
Air samples 2–4 days; sea freight for bales 14–25 days generic — US lane 18–28 days. Links: FAQ.
Next steps
Close with the market page: Egyptian Loofah Wholesale Supplier to the United States.

