Product · Agriculture & Food
Rice trade.
Basmati and non-basmati, white, parboiled and brown rice.
Overview
Trading rice.
Rice is one of the most widely traded staple foods, bought by importers, distributors, processors and public agencies.
Requirements are defined by variety, processing, grain length, broken percentage, moisture and packaging. Small differences in specification produce very different products.
- Basmati
- Long-grain white
- Parboiled
- Medium and short grain
- Brown rice
- Broken rice
Common trade characteristics
What usually defines the deal.
General characteristics of the category. Specific requirements always depend on the product, the parties and the destination.
- Variety & processing
- Basmati or non-basmati; white, parboiled, steamed or brown.
- Quality parameters
- Broken percentage, moisture, average grain length, chalky and damaged grains.
- Crop year
- New-crop and old-crop rice differ in cooking characteristics.
- Packaging
- Bag size and material (e.g. PP or jute), private labelling and palletisation.
For buyers
Buyer considerations
- State variety, processing and maximum broken percentage.
- Specify bag size, material and labelling language.
- Name the destination port so phytosanitary and import requirements are clear.
- Say whether you require independent pre-shipment inspection.
For suppliers
Supplier considerations
- Describe varieties, crop years and processing you can supply.
- State milling or sorting capability and monthly capacity.
- List certifications and the inspection agencies you work with.
Documents often involved
Typical examples only. Requirements vary by product, origin and destination — always confirm with the relevant authority or adviser.
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Certificate of origin
- Certificate of analysis
- Fumigation certificate
- Packing list
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