India's Trusted Basmati Rice Supplier to the Kingdom

Basmati Rice Exporter
to Saudi Arabia

Premium 1121 Sella, 1509, Pusa & Sugandha basmati rice.
Halal compliant · SASO ready · CIF Jeddah & Dammam.

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Basmati Rice Grades for Saudi Arabia

Premium long-grain varieties popular across KSA · Sella, Steam & Raw

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1121 Basmati Sella

Extra-long grain 8.3mm+. Golden & Cream Sella. KSA's #1 choice.
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1509 Basmati Sella

Long grain 7.5mm+. Value segment. High demand in Riyadh & Jeddah.
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Pusa Basmati

Classic aroma. Steam & Sella. Popular in Saudi households.
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Sugandha Rice

Aromatic non-basmati. Budget-friendly bulk option for KSA.
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Non-Basmati Rice

IR-64, Sona Masoori, PR-11, Swarna. Bulk catering supply.
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All Basmati Grades

Full catalog: 1121, 1509, Pusa, 1718. Steam, Sella & Raw.

Why Choose Radiance for Saudi Arabia?

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Halal Compliant Processing

All basmati rice processed in Halal-certified facilities. Halal certificates provided with every shipment. Full traceability from paddy procurement to container loading.

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10-14 Days to Jeddah & Dammam

Direct sailings from Mundra and JNPT to Jeddah Islamic Port and King Abdulaziz Port, Dammam. Weekly vessel availability. CIF pricing on request.

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SASO Labeling Ready

Arabic labeling, SASO-compliant documentation, SFDA registration support. Nutritional information panel and barcode printing per Saudi import regulations.

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Long-Grain Premium Quality

Extra-long grain 1121 at 8.3mm+ average length. Aged 1-2 years for maximum elongation. High aroma, non-sticky cooking. Pre-shipment COA from NABL labs.

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Competitive CIF Pricing

Direct from Indore rice mills. No middlemen. FOB Mundra and CIF Jeddah/Dammam/Riyadh Dry Port pricing. Volume discounts on annual contracts.

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Year-Round Supply

Multi-origin sourcing from MP, Punjab, Haryana, and UP. Warehouse capacity of 10,000+ MT ensures uninterrupted supply throughout the year, including Ramadan peak season.

Basmati Rice Market in Saudi Arabia

Understanding KSA's rice import landscape

Consumption & Demand

Saudi Arabia is one of the world's largest basmati rice importers, consuming over 1.2 million MT annually. India supplies approximately 70% of KSA's basmati imports. Demand peaks during Ramadan, Hajj, and Eid seasons. Sella varieties dominate the Saudi market due to their cooking properties and longer shelf life.

Import Regulations

Rice imports into KSA must comply with SASO standards (SASO 2170) and SFDA food safety requirements. Mandatory documents include: phytosanitary certificate, fumigation certificate (methyl bromide), COA with moisture/broken/foreign matter analysis, Arabic labeling, and Halal certificate. Radiance Overseas handles all documentation.

Port Logistics

Primary discharge ports: Jeddah Islamic Port (western region) and King Abdulaziz Port, Dammam (eastern region). We also ship to Riyadh Dry Port for central distribution. Transit from Mundra: ~10-12 days to Jeddah, ~12-14 days to Dammam. Weekly sailing schedules with major shipping lines.

Basmati Rice Specifications for KSA

Grades most popular in the Saudi Arabian market

Variety Grain Length Processing Moisture Broken Packaging
1121 Basmati Sella Golden 8.3mm+ avg Parboiled Sella 12% max 1-2% 5/10/25/50 kg
1121 Basmati Sella Cream 8.3mm+ avg Parboiled Sella 12% max 1-2% 5/10/25/50 kg
1121 Basmati Steam 8.3mm+ avg Steamed 13% max 1-2% 5/10/25/50 kg
1509 Basmati Sella Golden 7.5mm+ avg Parboiled Sella 12% max 2-5% 5/10/25/50 kg
Pusa Basmati Sella 7.0mm+ avg Parboiled Sella 12% max 2-5% 5/10/25/50 kg
1718 Basmati Steam 7.8mm+ avg Steamed 13% max 2-5% 5/10/25/50 kg

Custom specifications, broken percentages, and packaging sizes available on request. Private labeling with Arabic print supported.

⭐ Flagship Product

1121 Basmati — India's Premium Export Grade

1121 is Radiance Overseas' signature basmati variety with 8.3mm minimum grain length, superior cooking quality, and GI (Geographical Indication) protection. Trusted by premium importers worldwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Saudi Arabia

What basmati rice varieties does Radiance Overseas export to Saudi Arabia?
We export all major Indian basmati varieties to Saudi Arabia: 1121 Sella (Golden & Cream), 1509 Sella, Pusa Basmati, 1718 Basmati, and Sugandha. Available in Steam, Sella Golden, and Sella Cream processing styles. All grades meet SASO standards for the Saudi market.
Is your basmati rice Halal certified for Saudi Arabia?
Yes. All our basmati rice is processed in Halal-compliant facilities. We provide Halal certificates with every shipment to Saudi Arabia. Our processing units maintain strict Halal protocols throughout the supply chain from procurement to packaging.
What is the shipping time from India to Saudi Arabia?
Typical transit time is 10-14 days. We ship via Mundra and JNPT ports to Jeddah Islamic Port and King Abdulaziz Port, Dammam. CIF pricing to both Saudi ports is available on request. Weekly sailing schedules with MSC, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, and other major lines.
Do you meet SASO and SFDA requirements for rice import?
Yes. All shipments comply with SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization) and SFDA (Saudi Food and Drug Authority) regulations. We provide Arabic labeling, SASO-compliant documentation, fumigation certificates, and phytosanitary certificates as required for Saudi customs clearance.
What is the MOQ for basmati rice export to Saudi Arabia?
Minimum order is 1 FCL (Full Container Load) = 25-27 MT in a 20ft container. We offer both FOB Mundra/JNPT and CIF Jeddah/Dammam pricing. Mixed containers with multiple rice varieties are also available. For bulk container quotes, please contact our export team at info@radianceoverseas.com.

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