From Supplier Discovery to Container Sealing

Nine professional services covering every stage of the Egypt sourcing process — delivered independently, documented comprehensively, and reported transparently.

01 Sourcing 02 Verification 03 Audit 04 Inspection 05 QC 06 Monitoring 07 Pre-Shipment 08 Container 09 Export

Supplier Sourcing

We identify, evaluate, and shortlist reliable Egyptian suppliers that match your product specification, volume requirements, and compliance standards — saving you months of uncertain outreach.

Scope of Service

Detailed briefing on product specifications, volume, packaging, and certifications required
Database and field research to identify candidate suppliers across Egypt
Initial screening against legal, financial, and operational criteria
Telephone and written contact with shortlisted suppliers
Collection of factory profiles, certifications, product samples, and pricing
Comparative analysis and scoring against your buyer criteria
Recommendation of top 3–5 qualified suppliers for your review

Client Benefits

Access Egypt's supplier base without a local presence or Arabic language capability
Avoid months of unproductive direct outreach to unknown suppliers
Receive only pre-screened candidates that meet baseline criteria
Maintain anonymity during early sourcing stages if required

📄 Deliverables

  • Supplier Longlist (10–20 candidates with brief profiles)
  • Supplier Shortlist Report (top 3–5 with comparative scoring)
  • Individual supplier fact sheets (capability, certifications, MOQ, pricing range)
  • Recommendation summary with IGE rationale
  • Sample / catalogue pack (where available)
  • Contact introduction and meeting facilitation

"IGE's sourcing brief discovered three fully certified Egyptian suppliers within two weeks — suppliers we had been unable to identify through 6 months of independent research."

— European Food Importer

Supplier Verification

Before committing to a commercial relationship or making any advance payment, verify that your proposed Egyptian supplier actually exists, is legitimate, and has the capability they claim.

Scope of Service

Legal registration verification (Commercial Register, Tax ID, Export Register)
Physical address confirmation — on-site visit to confirm premises are real and operational
Ownership and management identity verification
Trade history and export record checks
Certification validation (BRC, ISO, HACCP, GlobalGAP authenticity check)
Banking and trade reference gathering
Negative press and blacklist screening
Photograph documentation of premises, signage, and operations

📄 Deliverables

  • Supplier Verification Report (10–15 pages)
  • Legal status confirmed / not confirmed verdict
  • Physical existence confirmed with timestamped photos
  • Certification authenticity status for each claimed certificate
  • Overall Verification Rating: Verified / Conditionally Verified / Not Verified
  • Risk flag summary and IGE recommendation

Factory Audit

A comprehensive, full-day facility assessment covering food safety management systems, production capability, hygiene standards, workforce, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Key Audit Areas

Food safety management system (HACCP, FSSC, BRC alignment)
Facility hygiene, pest control, and sanitation systems
Production line capacity and actual output verification
Raw material sourcing, traceability, and supplier controls
Cold storage, freezing equipment, and temperature management
Labelling, packaging, and finished goods storage
Documentation, record-keeping, and corrective action systems
Workforce training, personal hygiene, and protective equipment
Water supply, waste management, and environmental controls

📄 Deliverables

  • Factory Audit Report (20–35 pages)
  • Section-by-section scoring with evidence
  • Non-Conformity Register (Critical / Major / Minor)
  • Photographic evidence gallery (20–40 photos)
  • Risk Assessment Matrix
  • Overall Rating: Excellent / Good / Acceptable / Conditional / Rejected
  • Corrective Action Requirements and timelines
Full Audit Details →

Product Inspection

Physical inspection of your product at the factory or warehouse — verifying it meets your purchase order specifications before you authorise payment or shipment.

Inspection Parameters

Product identification and PO number cross-reference
Quantity count and carton/pallet quantity verification
Visual quality assessment: colour, uniformity, defects, contamination
Organoleptic check: smell, texture, and appearance
Weight verification: net, gross, and tare per carton sample
Packaging integrity: seal strength, leakage, crush damage
Label compliance: country of origin, ingredients, allergens, shelf life
Temperature of frozen/chilled product at inspection time
AQL sampling methodology (Level II / II.5)

📄 Deliverables

  • Product Inspection Report (10–20 pages)
  • Quantity confirmed vs PO quantity
  • Quality defect table by category and AQL level
  • Labelling compliance checklist
  • Temperature log (frozen/chilled products)
  • Photographic evidence (product, packaging, labels)
  • Final decision: PASS / HOLD / FAIL with reasons

Quality Control Services

Structured quality control programs that go beyond single inspections — integrating with the supplier's production process to ensure consistent compliance with your buyer specifications.

QC Program Elements

Buyer specification review and supplier specification alignment
Golden sample approval and reference standard establishment
In-process quality checks during production runs
Critical Control Point (CCP) monitoring and recording
Statistical process control sampling and trend analysis
Finished goods QC before packing and before dispatch
Deviation alerts to buyer in real-time during production
Non-conformance documentation and supplier corrective action tracking

📄 Deliverables

  • QC Program Plan (aligned to your specifications)
  • In-Process QC Reports (per shift / per day)
  • Golden Sample Approval Record
  • Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) with photos
  • Production Summary Report on completion
  • Overall Quality Rating for the production run

Production Monitoring

IGE personnel stationed at the factory during your production run — providing real-time oversight, same-day reporting, and immediate escalation of any deviations from your specification.

Monitoring Activities

Daily on-site presence during production shifts
Raw material receipt and approval verification
Processing parameter monitoring (temperatures, speeds, times)
Ingredient usage and formulation compliance checks
Packaging material and artwork confirmation
Daily output quantity tracking against agreed schedule
Workforce and hygiene standard monitoring
Same-day communication of critical deviations to buyer

📄 Deliverables

  • Daily Production Monitoring Report
  • Deviation Alerts (WhatsApp/Email) — same day
  • Photo updates per shift
  • Cumulative production quantity log
  • Final Production Completion Certificate

Pre-Shipment Inspection

The final line of defence before goods leave Egypt. A rigorous physical inspection of finished, packed, and ready-to-ship product against your purchase order — confirming everything is in order before you release payment.

PSI Checklist

PO compliance: correct product, grade, specification, and quantity
AQL sampling from sealed cartons/pallets (Level II standard)
Full label and artwork compliance for destination market
Packaging integrity: seal quality, carton strength, pallet stability
Product quality: visual, textural, organoleptic assessment
Weight check: gross, net, and tare per sample carton
Temperature verification for frozen and chilled goods
Export documentation review: phytosanitary, certificate of origin, health certificate alignment

📄 Deliverables

  • Pre-Shipment Inspection Report
  • AQL Defect Table with accepted / rejected classification
  • Label compliance matrix
  • Photo evidence of sampled units and packaging
  • Weight verification log
  • Temperature log (frozen/chilled)
  • Final Decision: APPROVED TO SHIP / HOLD / REJECT
Inspection Templates →

Container Loading Supervision

IGE personnel supervise every container loading operation in person — verifying that the correct product is loaded in the correct quantity, that the container is clean and fit for purpose, and that sealing is correctly performed.

Loading Supervision Scope

Container condition inspection: cleanliness, odour, structural integrity, refrigeration unit (reefer)
Reefer pre-cooling verification and temperature set-point confirmation
Product confirmation: correct goods, correct marks and numbers
Quantity count: carton count per pallet, total pallet count
Stowage plan compliance and load distribution observation
Container sealing: seal number recorded and photographed
Final temperature recording before doors are closed

📄 Deliverables

  • Container Loading Report
  • Container Condition Certificate
  • Quantity Count Sheet (cartons and pallets)
  • Temperature Log at loading (pre and post)
  • Seal Number Certificate with photographs
  • Loading Completion Certificate

Export Coordination

Advisory and liaison support throughout the Egyptian export documentation and regulatory process — ensuring certificates, permits, and paperwork are correctly prepared before shipment departs.

Coordination Services

Phytosanitary certificate application and inspection coordination
Health certificate and HACCP documentation review
Certificate of Origin (COO) verification
Halal certificate coordination (where applicable)
Import permit and quota compliance advisory
Laboratory testing coordination for residue, microbiological, or nutritional analysis
Supplier communication in Arabic on behalf of the buyer
Bill of Lading and packing list cross-check

📄 Deliverables

  • Export Documentation Checklist
  • Certificate Verification Summary
  • Lab Test Report coordination (results from accredited Egyptian labs)
  • Shipping Document Review Summary
  • Compliance clearance confirmation

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