Parboiled Broken Rice — India's Most Exported Grade for West Africa

Steam parboiled, 100% broken. High starch, long shelf life. Ships to Dakar, Lagos, Conakry and more.

Complete Parboiled Broken Rice Spec Sheet

Parameter Specification
Type Non-Basmati, 100% Broken, Parboiled
Processing Steam Parboiled & Dried
Moisture Max 14%
Broken % 100%
Admixture Max 1%
Color Golden Yellow
Foreign Matter Nil
Avg. Grain Length 3–5 mm
Packaging 25 kg / 50 kg PP Woven Bag
Custom Bag Printing Available (min 1 FCL)
MOQ 25 MT (1 × 20ft FCL)
Origin India (Andhra Pradesh / West Bengal)
HS Code 1006.40

Three Key Advantages Over White Broken Rice

Longer Shelf Life

Better for long sea transit and humid climates. Parboiled breaks down slower in storage than white broken rice.

Preferred Eating Quality

Golden color and nutty flavor are preferred in Senegal, Guinea, and other West African markets. Firmer texture, less paste.

Higher Starch Content

Ideal for ethanol production and industrial feedstock. Also used in premium animal feed formulations.

Multiple End Uses

Food Staple (West Africa)

Direct consumption, bulk retail, food distribution

Ethanol Feedstock

High starch makes it ideal for distilleries and biofuel production

Animal Feed

Livestock nutrition, poultry, aquaculture formulations

Preferred Across West Africa

Senegal
Nigeria
Guinea
Ivory Coast
Gambia

Flexible Packaging Solutions

25 kg PP Bag

Standard retail packaging. Custom printing available. Ideal for regional distributors.

50 kg PP Bag

Bulk unit. Reduces per-unit handling costs. Preferred for wholesale buyers.

Bulk Container

20ft/40ft FCL. Loose rice. Lowest cost per MT for large shipments.

Full Certification & Testing

FSSAI Certified

Food Safety & Standards Authority of India approval

Phytosanitary Certificate

Plant health certificate issued by agricultural ministry

Certificate of Origin

Proves Indian origin for preferential trade rates

Fumigation Certificate

Methyl bromide treatment for pest control

Lab Report

Third-party testing on moisture, color, quality metrics

Parboiled Broken Rice FAQ

What's the difference from white broken rice?

Parboiled is pre-cooked by steam before milling. It has a golden color, firmer texture after cooking, longer shelf life, and slightly higher starch content. The nutritional profile is also superior — vitamin and mineral retention is higher due to the parboiling process.

Is this suitable for ethanol production?

Yes. The high starch content makes parboiled broken rice a preferred feedstock for distilleries. It ferments efficiently and produces consistent yields per ton. Typically used in industrial ethanol and biofuel plants.

Can I get samples?

Yes, samples are available for serious buyers. Standard sample size is 2–5 kg. Shipping cost is borne by the buyer. Turnaround time for sample dispatch is 2–3 business days after confirmation.

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