1121 Basmati Rice
Extra long grain 1121 Basmati rice. Known for its exquisite aroma and non-sticky texture after cooking.
Min. Order
20 Metric Tons (1 FCL)
Premium Basmati and Non-Basmati rice varieties, aged and milled to perfection for superior aroma and quality.
Min. Order (MOQ)
1 Container (20ft)
HS Code
10063010
Origin
India
Price Range
Price on Request
Export Documents
Available Bag Sizes
Available Bag Types
Rice is one of the most popular and widely consumed staple foods on the planet. It is consumed extensively in Asia and Africa and is the agricultural commodity with the third-highest production in the world. As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter specializes in the bulk export of premium Indian rice to destinations worldwide.
While there are around 40,000 varieties of rice found across the world, we broadly export two primary categories: Basmati and Non-Basmati. Under these two broad umbrellas, we supply an extensive range of grades and varieties to meet diverse culinary and industrial needs.
Basmati rice is an iconic variety indigenous to the Indian subcontinent. It is renowned for its long, slender grains and a highly distinctive aroma. Popular across the globe for its unique flavor profile, it is widely used in premium dishes such as biryani and pilaf. India remains one of the world's largest exporters of authentic Basmati rice.
Pusa Basmati 1121 is a premium hybrid variety sharing quality traits with traditional Basmati 370 and Type 3. Commercially cultivated since 2003, it features extra-long slender milled grains, a pleasant aroma, volume expansion of over four times upon cooking, an appealing taste, excellent mouthfeel, and easy digestibility.
Traditional types include Basmati 370, Basmati 385, and Basmati Ranbirsinghpura. Available in both Parboiled and Raw forms, this category is favored by chefs for Continental, Indian, Mughlai, and Chinese cuisines.
The parboiling process helps the grain retain more vitamins and minerals from the original bran. It guarantees a firm grain upon cooking that won't turn mushy. Parboiled Basmati is cholesterol and gluten-free, low in sodium, and provides complex carbohydrates for sustained energy.
Sugandha is a highly cost-effective, long-grain basmati cultivated in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. It offers a great fragrance and cooks into separate, non-sticky grains. While slightly shorter than 1121 Basmati, it can extend up to twice its length when properly cooked.
Sharbati is a hybrid of Traditional Basmati. While it lacks a distinct aroma, its cooking profile is identical to standard Basmati. It features an average grain length of 7.1mm to 7.2mm.
All other varieties fall under the Non-Basmati category. This encompasses a vast array of shapes and sizesโfrom long and slender to short and thick. Non-Basmati rice is heavily exported for both daily household consumption and bulk commercial use.
Parboiled rice has been partially boiled in its husk (soaking, steaming, and drying). This process drives nutrients from the bran into the grain, changes the texture to be firmer, and makes the rice highly resistant to weevils.
Broken rice is simply fragments of whole rice grains broken during processing or transport. It is equally nutritious and highly versatile, often sorted by size (e.g., 100% Broken) and used extensively in commercial food manufacturing and brewing.
Swarna is considered one of the healthiest rice choices available. Grown extensively across India, it boasts a low glycemic index, making it an excellent dietary choice for reducing diabetes risks.
Sona Masoori is a lightweight, aromatic medium-grain rice grown primarily in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka. Translating literally to "Golden Ivy," this premium variety is highly sought after and exported heavily to the USA, Canada, Europe, Malaysia, and the Middle East.
As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Premium Indian Rice meets the stringent quality requirements of international markets. Our robust supply chain allows us to fulfill bulk orders consistently, offering highly competitive FOB and CIF pricing to our B2B partners worldwide.
Our processing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, ensuring that every shipment of Premium Indian Rice is thoroughly sorted, cleaned, and graded. We adhere to global food safety and industrial standards, backed by third-party inspections from agencies like SGS upon buyer request.
Regional cultivars available for bulk export
1121 Basmati
Extra long grain (9mm+). Premium ageing. Global top export.
Pusa Basmati 1
Semi-dwarf, early maturing. High yield with good aroma.
Sharbati
Non-basmati long grain. Mildly aromatic. Cost-effective export.
Sona Masuri
Lightweight, medium grain. Preferred in Southeast Asia.
IR-64 (Parboiled)
Non-basmati. Parboiled for Africa & Middle East markets.
Specific variety available on request โ mention in your RFQ.
Rice (Oryza sativa) is the world's most consumed staple food, feeding over half the global population. India is the world's largest rice producer (~180M MT) and the dominant exporter (~40โ45M MT), trading across two broad categories โ aromatic long-grain Basmati and a vast range of Non-Basmati varieties for daily and commercial consumption.
Basmati, indigenous to the Indian subcontinent, is prized for its extra-long slender grains, distinctive aroma and dramatic cooking elongation. Premium varieties like Pusa 1121 expand to over four times their length, while traditional and Sella (parboiled) grades serve premium biryani, pilaf and food-service markets. Non-Basmati rice โ including Sona Masoori, Swarna, Parboiled and Broken โ supplies high-volume household, processing and brewing demand.
Globally, India differentiates on Basmati authenticity, aged-rice premiums, grain length and broken-percentage control, plus deep diaspora loyalty. Quality grading hinges on grain length, broken percentage, moisture and purity โ with aged basmati commanding the strongest premiums in the export trade.
| Product | Rice (Oryza sativa) โ Basmati and Non-Basmati |
| Average Grain Length (1121 Basmati) | 8.0โ8.4 mm (extra long) |
| Average Grain Length (Non-Basmati) | 5.0โ6.5 mm |
| Moisture Content | 12โ13% Max |
| Broken (Premium) | 1โ2% Max |
| Broken (Standard / Sortexed) | 5% Max |
| Purity | โฅ 99% (Sortex / colour sorted) |
| Foreign Matter | 0.1% Max |
| Damaged / Discoloured Grains | 1โ2% Max |
| Cooking Elongation (1121) | More than 4x grain length |
| Ageing (Premium Basmati) | 12โ24 months aged for aroma and elongation |
| Processing | Milled, polished, sortex / colour sorted; raw, steam or Sella (parboiled) |
1121 Basmati (Aged)
Processing: Milled, polished, sortex; 12โ24 months aged
Colour: Creamy white, extra-long slender
Brokens: 1โ2% Max
Use Case: Premium biryani, pilaf, fine-dining and diaspora retail
+$300โ$600/MT over standard basmati
Golden Sella Basmati
Processing: Parboiled, milled, polished, sortex
Colour: Golden, firm non-sticky grain
Brokens: 1โ2% Max
Use Case: Food-service and high-yield commercial cooking
Premium tier
Sona Masoori / Swarna (Non-Basmati)
Processing: Milled, polished, sortex
Colour: White medium / short grain
Brokens: 2โ5% Max
Use Case: Daily household consumption and diaspora retail
Base / volume grade
Broken Rice (100%)
Processing: Sorted broken fragments
Colour: White
Use Case: Brewing, food processing and feed
โ$100โ$200/MT below whole non-basmati
Prices are indicative. Request a formal quote for contractual pricing.
| Grade | FOB Price (USD/MT) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1121 Basmati (Aged) | $1,100 โ $1,500/MT | Premium aged basmati โ biryani and fine dining (indicative Q1 2026) |
| Golden Sella Basmati | $950 โ $1,250/MT | Parboiled food-service benchmark (indicative Q1 2026) |
| Sona Masoori (Non-Basmati) | $450 โ $650/MT | Diaspora and household retail (indicative Q1 2026) |
| Broken Rice (100%) | $330 โ $450/MT | Brewing, processing and feed grade (indicative Q1 2026) |
Price Influencing Factors
India and Pakistan are the only two genuine basmati origins; India is the larger producer and exporter with broader variety depth and stronger aged-rice supply, while Pakistan competes closely on aroma and price in the premium aromatic segment. For non-basmati volume, India competes with Thailand and Vietnam.
| Aspect | ๐ฎ๐ณ India | ๐ Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| Global Role | World's largest rice exporter (~40โ45M MT) | Major basmati exporter, smaller total volume |
| Basmati Variety Depth | 1121, Traditional, Sella, Sugandha, Sharbati | Strong traditional and Super Kernel basmati |
| Aged Rice Supply | Deep aged-basmati inventory and capacity | Available but smaller scale |
| Non-Basmati Range | Vast โ Sona Masoori, Swarna, Parboiled, Broken | Narrower non-basmati range |
| MRL Compliance | Improving tricyclazole-clean programs for EU | Similar EU compliance challenges |
| FOB Price | Competitive across premium and volume grades | Closely matched on premium basmati |
Premium Biryani & Fine Dining
Aged 1121 and traditional basmati deliver extra-long non-sticky grains and dramatic elongation prized for biryani, pilaf and premium restaurant rice. Grain length and aroma drive this high-margin segment.
Food-Service & Catering
Golden Sella parboiled basmati offers firm, high-yield, non-mushy grains ideal for large-scale catering and food-service where cooking consistency matters.
Household & Diaspora Retail
Sona Masoori, Swarna and standard basmati supply everyday household cooking and strong South Asian diaspora retail in 1kgโ25kg branded packs.
Food Processing & Brewing
Broken rice and standard non-basmati feed packaged foods, rice flour, cereals, ready meals and the brewing industry where uniform fragments and low cost are key.
Primary Supply Origins
India
World's largest exporter (~40โ45M MT)Basmati from Punjab and Haryana; non-basmati from across India. Broadest variety depth and aged-rice supply.
Pakistan
Major basmati exporterThe other genuine basmati origin โ closest competitor in the premium aromatic segment.
Thailand & Vietnam
Major non-basmati exportersLead the long-grain and jasmine non-basmati segments India competes against on volume.
Key Consumption Nodes
Middle East โ Saudi Arabia, UAE, Iraq, Iran
The largest premium basmati market globally, with deep biryani and pilaf demand and strong aged-rice preference.
Sub-Saharan & West Africa
High-volume importers of parboiled and broken non-basmati rice as a daily staple.
USA, UK & Canada (Diaspora)
Strong South Asian diaspora retail plus premium aromatic and organic rice demand; EU MRL compliance is decisive.
Southeast Asia โ Bangladesh, Nepal
Regional staple demand met by short-haul Indian shipments across both basmati and non-basmati.
Rice is the world's most consumed staple food, with global trade valued at approximately $15-18 billion annually. India is the world's largest rice producer (~180-185 million metric tons) and the dominant exporter (~40-45 million metric tons annually), leveraging diverse cultivation zones and established milling and processing infrastructure. The market encompasses both staple varieties (long-grain non-basmati) and premium segments (Basmati, specialty). India commands approximately 40-50% of global rice export volume and a significant share of premium Basmati export value.
Market Size
Global rice trade: ~$15-18B annually; India's rice export value: ~$8-10B (growing 3-5% YoY)
Growth Rate
~3-5% CAGR โ driven by emerging market population growth, increasing protein diversification, specialty rice demand (organic, health-focused varieties), and premium Basmati segment expansion
Core Demand Drivers
Supply Dynamics
India's rice production is distributed across major rice-growing regions: Punjab (basmati), Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. Two main harvest seasons (kharif in September-December and rabi in February-May) enable year-round supply. Established milling and processing infrastructure is concentrated in Punjab, Gujarat, and port cities. Global supply is relatively stable with government procurement programs supporting farmer welfare.
โ India Risk Factor
Global rice commodity pricing is volatile, affected by weather, production cycles in major exporting nations. Competition from Vietnam, Thailand, and Bangladesh pressures pricing in non-basmati segments. Climate-related disruptions (monsoon variation, drought) can affect harvest quality and volume. Trade restrictions and tariffs (particularly on basmati from some countries) can limit market access.
Future Outlook
Premium Basmati positioning and aged varieties (2+ years) will command 30-50% premiums. Organic, pesticide-free, and specialty rice varieties (red rice, aromatic non-basmati) will expand addressable market. Value-added products (rice flour, rice bran, rice oil) will drive margin expansion. Direct supply agreements with food manufacturers and direct-to-consumer channels will improve pricing and brand building.
| Product Type | HS 6-Digit | ITC-HS 8-Digit | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basmati Rice (semi / wholly milled) | 1006.30 | 10063010 | Semi-milled or wholly milled rice โ Basmati |
| Non-Basmati Rice (semi / wholly milled) | 1006.30 | 10063090 | Semi-milled or wholly milled rice โ Non-Basmati |
| Broken Rice | 1006.40 | 10064000 | Broken rice |
| Standard | Code / Reference | Note |
|---|---|---|
| FSSAI | FSSAI License | Indian food safety compliance for milling and packing facilities |
| EU Pesticide MRL | Regulation EC 396/2005 | Tricyclazole and pesticide residue limits โ critical for EU basmati market entry |
| Basmati GI / Authenticity | APEDA GI | Geographical Indication and DNA authenticity verification for genuine basmati |
| NPOP / NOP Organic | NPOP / NOP | Certified organic rice available for premium health-food channels |
| ISO 22000 / HACCP | ISO 22000 | Food safety management system certification for export milling units |
Shelf Life
18โ24 months under dry storage; aged basmati improves in aroma and elongation with age
Storage Conditions
Cool, dry warehouse below 20ยฐC and 65% RH. Moisture-proof storage prevents weevil infestation, moulds and aroma loss.
Container Type
20ft FCL (25 MT) with HDPE liner to prevent moisture ingress and aroma loss during ocean transit
Fumigation
Phosphine fumigation standard for long-haul shipments; fumigation certificate provided for destination port clearance.
Storage Advantage
Milled rice is shelf-stable, and premium basmati uniquely improves with controlled ageing โ making aged inventory a value asset rather than a cost.
Industrial raw material for milling, animal feed, and ethanol production. High-purity technical grades available for industrial procurement and technical application.
Standard
Technical Grade
Supply
Bulk Only
Standard Packaging
PP Bags / Jute Bags (25kg/50kg)
Private Label / OEM
Private Branding & Custom Print on bags
Port of Loading
Kandla or Mundra Port
Incoterms
FOB, CIF, CFR accepted
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