Export Grade 8.35mm+
Commodity Overview & Applications
1121 Basmati Rice is world-renowned as the crown jewel of long-grain rice varieties. Characterized by its unmatched uncooked grain length (averaging 8.35mm to 8.40mm), distinct floral aroma, and remarkable elongation capability during cooking, it represents the primary choice for luxury culinary preparation, international supermarkets, and premium food service distributors across the Middle East, Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia.
Vishnu Balaji Global Imports & Exports connects international buyers directly with milling hubs located in prime basmati-growing belts in Punjab and Haryana. We coordinate end-to-end processing—from mechanical destoning and multi-stage polishing to advanced optical Sortex color sorting and fumigation—ensuring zero chalkiness, uniform grain geometry, and compliance with importing country phytosanitary and pesticide residue mandates.
Available Processing Variants
- 1121 Steam Basmati Rice: Grains are subjected to steam processing while still in husk, retaining essential nutrients and ensuring maximum fluffiness and non-sticky texture.
- 1121 White Sella (Parboiled) Basmati Rice: Parboiled under controlled hydro-thermic conditions, providing high grain strength, reduced breakage during transport, and extended shelf life.
- 1121 Golden Sella Basmati Rice: Naturally conditioned parboiled grain with a signature golden hue, favored for traditional Biryani and commercial catering where grain integrity is paramount.
- 1121 Raw / Traditional Basmati Rice: Naturally aged paddy milled directly without hydrothermal treatment, delivering peak traditional fragrance and tender mouthfeel.
Technical Specification Benchmarks
The following parameters reflect our standard export-grade specifications verified prior to container stuffing:
| Quality Parameter |
Standard Export Specification |
Inspection Method |
| Average Grain Length (AGL) |
8.35 mm to 8.40 mm Minimum |
Micrometer / Digital Caliper |
| Moisture Content |
12.0% to 12.5% Maximum |
Hot Air Oven Method / Moisture Meter |
| Broken Grains |
1.0% to 2.0% Maximum (Customizable) |
Mechanical Grader Separation |
| Damage & Discolored Grains |
0.5% Maximum |
Sortex Optical Sensor Audit |
| Purity Level |
95% Minimum (Admixture under 5%) |
Genetic / Visual Seed Analysis |
| Foreign Matter |
Nil (Sortex Cleaned) |
Gravimetric Inspection |
| Paddy Grains |
Nil (Zero unhulled grains per kg) |
Visual Laboratory Scan |
| Crop Year / Harvest |
Current Crop / Aged Minimum 12 Months |
Milling Batch Documentation |
All consignments support independent pre-shipment surveyor testing by SGS, Intertek, or Cotecna prior to port dispatch.
Origin Sourcing & Quality Assurance
Our basmati procurement originates strictly from notified geographical indication (GI) basmati corridors in Punjab (Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Firozpur) and Haryana (Karnal, Kaithal, Kurukshetra). These agricultural regions benefit from snow-fed Himalayan river irrigation and cool climatic maturation periods that naturally enrich basmati fragrance and 2-acetyl-1-pyrroline concentration.
Before any container is cleared for voyage from Mundra or Nhava Sheva ports, we facilitate:
- Phytosanitary Certification: Issued by the Plant Quarantine Authority of India confirming freedom from regulated quarantine pests and fumigation with aluminum phosphide or methyl bromide.
- APEDA Traceability Compliance: Full registration under the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (RCMC/APEDA/33312/2026-2027).
- Certificate of Origin (COO): Authenticated via the DGFT or Chamber of Commerce for preferential duty clearance under bilateral trade agreements (e.g., India-UAE CEPA).
Packaging Formats & Container Capacities
We tailor packaging to match the operational needs of bulk repackagers or consumer-facing retail shelves:
| Packaging Format |
Net Weight Sizes |
20ft FCL Loading Capacity |
| BOPP Laminated Sacks |
5 kg, 10 kg, 20 kg, 25 kg |
Approx. 24.0 to 25.0 MT |
| Non-Woven Fabric Bags |
5 kg, 10 kg, 20 kg |
Approx. 23.5 to 24.5 MT |
| PP Woven Sacks (Bulk) |
25 kg, 50 kg |
Approx. 25.0 to 26.0 MT |
| Traditional Jute Sacks |
40 kg, 50 kg |
Approx. 23.0 to 24.0 MT |
Private labeling with buyer brand artwork, multi-language nutritional declarations, and barcode printing is arranged upon confirmed container orders.
Frequently Asked Importer Questions
What is the difference between 1121 Steam and 1121 Sella?
1121 Steam is treated with steam inside the husk to preserve pure white grain color and rich aroma with delicate texture. 1121 Sella (Parboiled) undergoes complete soaking and pressure steaming, creating harder, translucent grains that resist breaking during high-heat cooking and commercial food service.
What payment terms are accepted for Basmati Rice export?
We accept 100% Irrevocable Documentary Letter of Credit (L/C at sight) issued by recognized international prime banks, or Telegraphic Transfer (T/T) structured as 30% advance deposit with 70% balance against scanned copies of the Bill of Lading, Phytosanitary Certificate, and Commercial Invoice.
How can an importer verify quality before shipping?
Buyers are welcome to appoint independent surveyors such as SGS, Intertek, or Cotecna to conduct pre-shipment sampling, moisture checks, and container stuffing inspections at our port CFS facilities before container seals are affixed.
What is the typical shipping lead time from order confirmation?
Standard container dispatches from Indian ports occur within 12 to 18 business days following payment instrument realization or L/C confirmation, accommodating custom packaging fabrication, Sortex finishing, and customs LEO gate clearance.
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