Cargo for Egypt lands at Alexandria / Sokhna. Combine this unit with other equipment in one container to bring the freight per item down. The same service covers Cairo, Alexandria, 10th of Ramadan City and 6th of October City. It suits industrial canteens, school & college canteens and government hostel kitchens in Egypt.
Idli Steamer cost in Egypt
The base model costs ₹42,000 ex-works (≈ EGP 22,951) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Egypt by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | EGP | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | EGP 22,951 | ₹42,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | EGP 8,339 | ₹15,260 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.0 CBM) | EGP 3,627 | ₹6,638 |
| Marine insurance | EGP 192 | ₹351 |
| CIF Alexandria / Sokhna | EGP 35,109 | ₹64,249 |
| Import duty (Egypt tariff) | EGP 3,511 | ₹6,425 |
| Import VAT / GST 14% | EGP 5,407 | ₹9,894 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | EGP 3,385 | ₹6,195 |
| Estimated landed cost | EGP 47,411 | ₹86,763 |
Estimate based on rates as of October 2026. Duties and freight change often; your customs broker confirms the final figure. Use the landed cost calculator for multiple items.
What the standard model includes
| Standard model | 6 trays × 30 idlis, SS 304, gas or steam |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 304 food grade; SS 316 option |
| HSN / HS code | 8419.81 |
| Packed volume / weight | 0.5 CBM · 60 kg (base model) |
| Power & fuel in Egypt | 220 V / 380 V, 50 Hz; LPG, natural gas |
| Standards | GOEIC, NFSA |
Sizes and options we build
- Gas (LPG / PNG / natural gas), electric or induction versions
- Number of burners or tanks and their ratings
- SS 304 or SS 316 body; 14 or 16 SWG tops
- Flame-failure devices, piezo ignition and thermostats
- Export builds for 60 Hz and 120/208–240 V supplies
Where the idli steamer is used in Egypt
Our idli steamer goes into these kinds of kitchens:
Shipping, customs and installation for Egypt
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Alexandria / Sokhna (about 16–20 days). You receive the commercial invoice with HS codes, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin. Installation is done by your contractor using our drawings and video support, or by our technicians on a site visit for larger projects.
Why Egypt buyers work with us
- Own factoryBuilt at our MIDC Pawane, Navi Mumbai plant: you deal with the manufacturer, not a trader.
- SS 304 as standardFood-contact surfaces in SS 304, with SS 316 for coastal, marine and chemical environments.
- Since 2004Founded by Mr Dilip Potnis, with 35+ years of commercial kitchen experience behind the designs.
- Design to handoverLayout drawings, fabrication, delivery, installation, gas and exhaust commissioning, and AMC.
FAQs: Idli Steamer in Egypt
What does a idli steamer cost delivered to Egypt?
The ex-works price is ₹42,000 (about EGP 22,951). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Alexandria / Sokhna with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly EGP 47,411. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to Egypt take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Alexandria / Sokhna is about 16–20 days, plus customs clearance. We share the bill of lading, invoice, packing list and certificate of origin before the vessel arrives.
What HS code and import duty apply in Egypt?
We ship the idli steamer under HS 8419.81. Our estimate for Egypt uses: Egypt tariff. Import VAT/GST of 14% applies on top. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
What power and gas supply does it need in Egypt?
Supply in Egypt is 220 V / 380 V, 50 Hz and kitchens commonly use LPG, natural gas. We build electrical items for that voltage and frequency and fit the right gas jets before shipping.
What is the warranty?
12 months against manufacturing defects from installation, and lifetime support on spares. Annual maintenance contracts are available through our service partners.
Which stainless steel grade do you use?
Food-contact parts are SS 304 (18/8) as standard, in 16 or 18 SWG depending on the part. For coastal sites, seafood kitchens and chemical cleaning we recommend SS 316. Every unit is TIG-welded and finished satin.