Certified Indian Basmati Rice to United Kingdom & Europe

Basmati Rice Exporter
to UK — CIF Felixstowe & Southampton

Premium 1121 Sella, 1509, & 1718 basmati rice.
APEDA & EU Organic certified · HMRC compliant · 18–22 day transit.

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Certified & UK Compliant: APEDA Registered EU Organic (NPOP) ISO 22000 UK FSA Registered HMRC Compliant USDA Organic

Basmati Rice Varieties for UK Importers

Premium long-grain varieties popular with UK retailers & food service · Sella, Steam & Raw

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1121 Basmati Sella

Extra-long grain 8.3mm+. Golden & Cream Sella. UK's top-selling variety.
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1509 Basmati Sella

Long grain 7.5mm+. Value segment. Popular in budget-conscious retailers.
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Pusa Basmati

Classic aroma. Steam & Sella. Preferred by UK Asian communities.
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1718 Basmati

7.8mm+ steam grain. Premium aroma, sustainable sourcing.
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Non-Basmati Rice

IR-64, Sona Masoori. Budget catering & food service options.
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Wholesale Basmati

Bulk pricing & volume discounts for UK food retailers & distributors.

Why Choose Radiance Overseas for UK Imports?

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UK Customs Documentation Ready

All HMRC-compliant documents included: phytosanitary certificate, health certificate, Certificate of Origin (APEDA), fumigation certificate, detailed COA from NABL labs. EU Organic/NPOP certification with each shipment. Zero customs delays. Other country desks: USA, Canada, Germany, Australia.

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Fast Transit: 18–22 Days

Direct sailings from Mundra and JNPT ports to Felixstowe (near London), Southampton (south coast), and other UK ports. Weekly sailings with Maersk, MSC, and Hapag-Lloyd. CIF pricing includes freight, insurance, and port handling.

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EU Organic Certified (NPOP)

Hold EU Organic certification (NPOP-equivalent) plus USDA Organic and India Organic (FSSAI NPOP). Perfect for UK organic retailers seeking premium credentials. Organic cotton bags or conventional PP bags available.

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Premium Long-Grain Quality

1121 Basmati at 8.3mm+ average grain length. Aged 1–2 years for maximum elongation and aroma. Broken grain <2%, moisture <12%, no discoloration. Pre-shipment COA from accredited labs.

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Competitive CIF Pricing

Direct from Indore rice mills. No middlemen. Transparent CIF pricing to Felixstowe and Southampton. Volume discounts on annual contracts. Price quotes within 24 hours via email or WhatsApp.

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Year-Round Supply & Reliability

Warehouse capacity 10,000+ MT. Multi-region sourcing from Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and UP. Consistent quality year-round. Established relationships with major UK importers since 2015.

UK Basmati Rice Market Insights

Understanding UK rice import trends and regulatory requirements

Market Demand

The UK imports approximately 450,000 MT of basmati rice annually, making it Europe's largest importer. India supplies 65–70% of UK basmati demand. UK retailers (Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Waitrose) and food service chains actively source EU/NPOP-certified basmati. Demand is year-round with seasonal peaks (Diwali season, Christmas, Easter).

UK Regulations & Compliance

Post-Brexit (2021), UK FSA (Food Standards Authority) oversees rice imports. Requirements: phytosanitary certificate from India, health certificate, fumigation certificate (if applicable), Certificate of Origin, EU Organic certification (NPOP-equivalent), detailed COA, and nutritional labeling in English. No tariffs; zero duty for Indian basmati via GSP+ preferential trade.

Port Logistics & Transit

Primary UK discharge ports: Felixstowe (Suffolk, London gateway), Southampton (south coast), Tilbury (Thames), and Liverpool. Transit from Mundra: 18–20 days; from JNPT: 19–22 days. CIF pricing includes sea freight, marine insurance, and terminal handling. Customs clearance typically 1–3 days with full documentation. Free Trade Agreement reduces administrative burden vs. pre-Brexit procedures.

Basmati Rice Export Specifications

HS Code 1006.30 · Standard grades for UK food retail & distribution

Variety HS Code MOQ (MT) Packaging Lead Time Incoterms
1121 Basmati Sella 1006.30 18–20 MT (1 FCL) 25/50 kg PP bags 10–14 days CIF Felixstowe/Southampton
1509 Basmati Sella 1006.30 18–20 MT (1 FCL) 25/50 kg PP bags 10–14 days CIF Felixstowe/Southampton
Pusa Basmati 1006.30 18–20 MT (1 FCL) 25/50 kg PP bags or 5 kg retail 10–14 days CIF Felixstowe/Southampton
1718 Basmati Steam 1006.30 18–20 MT (1 FCL) 25/50 kg PP bags 10–14 days CIF Felixstowe/Southampton
Custom Specs 1006.30 Negotiable Custom labeling, organic bags, 20/25 kg options 14–21 days FOB/CIF negotiable

Transit time: 18–22 days to Felixstowe/Southampton. Certifications: APEDA, EU Organic, NPOP, UK FSA, HMRC. Custom packaging with Arabic/multilingual labels available. Bulk container orders welcome; contact our export team.

Frequently Asked Questions — UK Basmati Rice Exports

What APEDA certifications do you provide for UK imports?
Radiance Overseas holds full APEDA (Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority) registration, which is mandatory for all basmati rice exports from India. We provide an official APEDA Certificate of Origin with every shipment to the UK, along with ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000, GMP+, FSSAI, EU Organic (NPOP), and USDA Organic certifications. All documents are updated annually and readily available upon request.
What UK Customs documentation do you provide with each shipment?
We provide complete HMRC (Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs) and UK FSA-compliant documentation: phytosanitary certificate (issued by APEDA/Plant Protection), health certificate, fumigation certificate, Certificate of Origin (APEDA), EU Organic/NPOP certificate, detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) from NABL-accredited laboratories, and shipping documents (B/L, invoice, packing list). All documents are in English and ready for UK customs clearance at Felixstowe, Southampton, or other ports.
Which basmati varieties are available for UK export?
We export four main premium varieties: 1121 Basmati (8.3mm+ grain, available in Sella Golden, Sella Cream, and Steam), 1509 Basmati (7.5mm+, value segment, Sella), Pusa Basmati (7.0mm+, classic aroma, Sella & Steam), and 1718 Basmati (7.8mm+, steam-processed). Custom processing, aged selection (1–2 years for maximum elongation), and organic certification available. We also offer non-basmati varieties (IR-64, Sona Masoori) for food service customers.
What is the minimum order (MOQ) for UK basmati rice imports?
Standard MOQ is 1 FCL (Full Container Load) = 18–20 MT in a 20ft container. Packaging: 25kg or 50kg PP bags (standard), or custom 5kg retail boxes with UK-compliant labeling. Contact our export team at info@radianceoverseas.com or +91-9691201501 (WhatsApp) for trial pricing.
What is the transit time from India to Felixstowe and Southampton?
Typical port-to-port transit: 18–22 days from Indian ports (Mundra or JNPT) to UK ports (Felixstowe, Southampton, Tilbury, Liverpool). CIF pricing includes freight, marine insurance, terminal handling, and documentation. We coordinate with major shipping lines: Maersk, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, and others. Weekly sailing schedules available. Customs clearance typically takes 1–3 days with complete documentation.

Ready to Import Premium Basmati Rice to the UK?

Send us your rice variety, quantity, packaging preference, and target port (Felixstowe or Southampton). Our export team responds within 24 hours with detailed CIF pricing and documentation guide.

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