Basmati rice is one of India's most prized agricultural exports. The word 'Basmati' itself means 'fragrant' in Sanskrit, and true Basmati is distinguished by its long, slender grain, delicate aroma, and remarkable elongation after cooking. For international buyers, sourcing authentic Basmati at export quality requires more than a price list — it demands a partner who understands every parameter from paddy selection to port delivery.
What makes Basmati rice authentic?
Authentic Basmati is a geographically indicated (GI) product originating from the foothills of the Indian Himalayas. The cool climate, fertile soil and traditional water management of this region give Basmati its characteristic aroma and texture. At Daukshya Exim, we source only from approved Basmati-growing belts and work directly with millers who preserve the grain's natural properties through careful ageing and processing.
Premium Basmati varieties for export
1121 Basmati
1121 is the world's most recognised Basmati cultivar. It offers an average raw grain length of 8.2 mm and more than double elongation after cooking. Its non-sticky texture makes it the preferred choice for Middle Eastern, European and North American foodservice and retail markets.
1509 Basmati
1509 Basmati matures faster than 1121 while delivering comparable grain length and aroma. It is increasingly popular with buyers who need reliable supply and consistent cooking performance across large retail programmes.
Pusa Basmati
Pusa Basmati is valued for its high yield and strong fragrance. It is a cost-effective premium option for institutional buyers and private-label brands looking for authentic Basmati character at competitive volumes.
Traditional Basmati
Traditional Basmati represents the original heritage grain. Lower yields and a longer crop cycle make it a niche premium product, sought by gourmet retailers and ethnic food specialists who prioritise aroma and heritage over volume.
Export quality parameters we guarantee
- Average grain length: 7.5 mm and above for premium lots
- Elongation ratio: minimum 1.8x after cooking
- Moisture: 13% maximum for stable shelf life
- Broken grains: 1% to 5% as per buyer contract
- Purity: 99% after sortex and colour-sorting
- Foreign matter and damaged grains: within buyer tolerance
- Aroma: natural, aged Basmati fragrance with no artificial additives
Processing and packaging for export
Our Basmati rice is cleaned through multiple stages including destoning, hulling, polishing, grading and sortex colour-sorting. We then pack in food-grade PP bags, jute bags with inner liners, or buyer-specified retail packs. Common export weights are 5 kg, 10 kg, 20 kg, 25 kg and 50 kg, with private-label branding and multilingual back-panel printing available.
Container planning in metric tonnes
Global buyers should plan shipments in metric tonnes rather than loose bag counts. A 20ft container typically holds 18–20 MT of Basmati rice, while a 40ft container carries 26–28 MT depending on bag dimensions and pallet configuration. Trial part loads from 5 MT are available for first-time buyers who want to evaluate quality before scaling up.
Documentation and compliance
- Commercial invoice and detailed packing list
- Bill of lading or airway bill
- Certificate of origin
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Fumigation certificate where required
- Third-party inspection and SGS certificates on request
- RCMC registration with FIEO for export credibility
Why Daukshya Exim for Basmati exports?
Daukshya Exim Pvt Ltd combines deep sourcing relationships in the Punjab-Haryana belt with in-house quality checks and full export documentation support. Whether you are a supermarket chain, a distributor in the Gulf, or a private-label brand in Europe, we deliver Basmati rice that matches your specification sheet, every shipment.
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