Basmati Rice Standards
Quality parameters and grading standards for Basmati rice exports
FSSAI Standards for Basmati Rice
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has established specific quality standards for Basmati rice to ensure authenticity and quality for both domestic consumption and exports.
Quality Parameters
| Parameter | Standard | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Average Grain Length | ≥ 7.0 mm | Minimum length of raw milled rice |
| Grain Length After Cooking | ≥ 12.0 mm | Minimum elongation after cooking |
| Length/Breadth Ratio | ≥ 3.5 | Slenderness ratio of grains |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 14% | Maximum moisture for export |
| Broken Grains | ≤ 5% | For premium grade |
| Damaged/Discolored | ≤ 1% | Maximum allowed defects |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 0.1% | Impurities and foreign particles |
| Amylose Content | 20-25% | Determines cooking quality |
Grading System
Premium/Super
0%Highest quality, no broken grains
Grade A
≤ 2%Export quality with minimal broken
Grade B
≤ 5%Standard export quality
Grade C
≤ 10%Economy grade
Tibar
≤ 5%Slightly shorter grains, premium quality
Dubar
≤ 15%Mixed length grains
Required Certifications
- FSSAI License
- APEDA Registration
- Phytosanitary Certificate
- Certificate of Origin
- Quality Certificate
- Fumigation Certificate
Testing Requirements
- DNA Purity Test
- Aroma Analysis
- Grain Length Measurement
- Moisture Testing
- Pesticide Residue Analysis
- Heavy Metals Testing