IR 64 Rice

IR 64 Parboiled Rice – Description

IR 64 Parboiled Rice is one of the most popular varieties of non-basmati rice cultivated and consumed widely across India and exported globally. Known for its affordability, high yield, and versatile usage, this rice variety is favored by households, food industries, and catering businesses.

The grains are medium-long, non-sticky, and lightweight with a fluffy texture after cooking. IR 64 is valued for its consistent quality, natural aroma, and rich taste, making it ideal for daily consumption as well as in preparation of dishes such as steamed rice, idli, dosa, and fried rice.

With its parboiled processing, IR 64 retains higher nutritional value, good starch content, and longer shelf life. Its competitive pricing and availability in bulk quantities make it a staple choice in African, Middle Eastern, and Asian markets.

Specifications of IR 64 Parboiled Rice

• Type: Non-Basmati Parboiled Rice

• Grain Length: 6.0 – 6.3 mm (Medium to Long grain)

• Moisture: 12% max

• Broken Percentage: Available in 5%, 10%, 25%, 50% (as per buyer requirement)

• Sortex Clean: 100% (double polished, color sorted)

• Admixture: 5% max (or as per specification)

• Damage/Discolored: 1% max

• Foreign Matter: Nil

• Crop Year: Current year’s crop

• Shelf Life: 24 months under proper storage

• Packaging: 25kg, 50kg PP/Jute/Non-woven bags (customizable)

• Usage: Daily cooking, hotels, catering, food industries