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Pakistani Basmati and IRRI Rice

Origin: Pakistan. Basmati from Punjab, IRRI from Sindh and Punjab.

Basmati and long-grain non-Basmati rice from established Pakistani mills, milled and Sortex cleaned.

Basmati 1121 rice grains

Grades we supply

Extra-long grain Basmati

Basmati 1121

The longest Basmati grain. Stretches to more than double its length when cooked and stays separate.

  • Average grain length 8.30 mm min
  • Raw white, steam, white sella or golden sella
  • Common use: biryani, restaurants, retail packs

Traditional Pakistani Basmati

Super Kernel Basmati

Shorter than 1121 but with stronger aroma. Popular with buyers who want classic Basmati taste.

  • Average grain length 7.20 mm min
  • Raw white, steam or sella
  • Common use: retail, households, catering

Long grain non-Basmati

IRRI-6

Pakistan's main long-grain white rice. Good value and widely traded in Africa and the Middle East.

  • Average grain length about 6.0 mm
  • 5%, 15% or 25% broken
  • Common use: everyday rice, parboiled, food service

Long grain non-Basmati

IRRI-9

A slightly longer, more slender grain than IRRI-6, at a similar price level.

  • Average grain length about 6.3 mm
  • 5%, 15% or 25% broken
  • Common use: everyday rice, retail packs

Typical specification

Parameter1121 BasmatiSuper KernelIRRI-6IRRI-9
Avg. grain length8.30 mm min7.20 mm minabout 6.0 mmabout 6.3 mm
Broken2% max2% max5%, 15% or 25%5%, 15% or 25%
Moisture12.5% max12.5% max14% max14% max
Purity95% min95% min98% min98% min
MillingWell milled, SortexWell milled, SortexWell milled, SortexWell milled, Sortex

Pesticide residues and heavy metals can be tested on request. Typical values for reference only, not a contract specification. The sales contract states the binding spec.

Packing and order details

  • Packing5, 10, 25 or 50 kg PP or BOPP bags. Your brand printed on request.
  • LoadingAbout 25 MT per 20ft container
  • Minimum orderOne 20ft container
  • HS code1006.30
  • Loading portKarachi or Port Qasim

Tested before loading

Every batch goes to a third-party lab. Our inspectors check each load, and SGS, Intertek, Bureau Veritas or your nominated agency inspects at loading.

  • Moisture
  • Broken %
  • Average grain length
  • Purity and admixture
  • Pesticide residues and heavy metals on request

Documents you receive

Standard set. The contract fixes the final list.

  • Phytosanitary and fumigation certificates
  • Certificate of origin
  • Inspection certificate (quality, weight, packing) and lab report
  • Bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list
  • Insurance certificate for CIF

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