Parameter | Specification |
Type | Basmati / Non-Basmati / Parboiled / Raw / Brown Rice |
Color | White / Off-White / Golden (Parboiled) / Brown |
Grain Length | Short (≤5.5 mm), Medium (5.5–6.5 mm), Long (≥6.5 mm) |
Grain Shape | Slender / Medium / Bold |
Purity | Minimum 95% – 98% (depending on grade) |
Moisture Content | Maximum 13% |
Broken Grains | As per grade (e.g., 5%, 10%, 25% broken) |
Foreign Matter | Maximum 0.5% |
Admixture | Maximum 1% |
Damaged/Discolored Grains | Maximum 1% – 2% |
Chalkiness | Varies by type; usually low for premium grades |
Whiteness (Kett Reading) | 30 – 40+ (for white rice) |
Milling Degree | Well Milled / Extra Well Milled |
Odor | Natural, Free from Musty or Sour Smell |
Aroma (for Basmati) | Naturally Aromatic |
Shelf Life | 12 to 24 months (cool, dry storage) |
Packaging | 5 kg / 10 kg / 25 kg / 50 kg PP or non-woven bags, vacuum or pouch packs for retail/export |