Basmati Rice

Product Details

Product Name :Basmati Rice
Common Names :Long Grain Rice, Fragrant Rice
Varieties :
- Traditional Basmati
- 1121 Basmati
- Pusa Basmati
- Sharbati Basmati
Origin : Northern India
Botanical Name :Oryza sativa
Form :Polished (White), Parboiled, or Brown Rice
Aroma :Naturally fragrant with a nutty flavor

Packing and Shipping Details

Packing :
- Food-grade jute bags, poly bags, or vacuum-sealed packs
- Standard Sizes: 1kg, 5kg, 10kg, 25kg, or 50kg
Load Capacity :
- 20 FT Container : 26 Metric Tons (MT)
Shelf Life : Up to 2 years when stored in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and light.

Physical Specifications

Parameter	Range/Specification
Appearance	Long, slender, and uniform grain
Color	White, Golden (Parboiled), or Brown
Grain Length (Uncooked)	7.5mm to 8.4mm (1121 Basmati)
Length-to-Breadth Ratio	3.5:1 to 4:1
Broken Grains	≤ 1% (Premium Grade)
Moisture Content	12% to 13% max
Polishing	Single/Double Polished
Chalky Grains	≤ 2%

Cooking Characteristics

Parameter	Specification
Elongation Ratio (Cooked)	1.8 to 2 times the uncooked size
Texture (Cooked)	Non-sticky, fluffy, and separate grains
Cooking Time	12-15 minutes

Chemical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Moisture Content	12% to 13% max
Amylose Content	24% to 28% (variety-specific)
Protein Content	7% to 9%
Ash Content	0.5% to 1%
Fat Content	0.5% to 1%
Pesticide Residue	As per international standards
Microbial Load	As per food safety standards

Grades of Basmati Rice

Grade	Grain Length	Broken Grains	Purity
Premium Grade	8.2mm to 8.4mm	≤ 1%	100% Basmati
Grade A	7.5mm to 8.1mm	≤2%	98% Basmati
Standard Grade	6.5mm to 7.4mm	≤ 5%	Mixed with Non-Basmati