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1121 Basmati Rice for Qatar

Hamad Port | Transit 7-18 days | Top types: Sella, Steam

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Processing types preferred in Qatar

1121 Sella Basmati

Parboiled. Creamy golden, firm, non-sticky. GCC favorite.

FOB Karachi: $1,095 - $1,135/MT

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1121 Steam Basmati

Lightly steamed. Near-white color, firmer cook than raw white.

FOB Karachi: $1,200 - $1,240/MT

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Logistics

Port	Hamad Port
Freight	$50/MT

Certifications required

Halal
SGS

All HAS Rice Pakistan shipments carry ISO 22000:2018, ISO 9001:2015, HACCP, Halal, FDA registration, and GMP. Market-specific add-ons (SASO, SFDA, ESMA, COC, ISIRI) are arranged per shipment.

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Packaging preference

5/10/25 kg.

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All four 1121 processing types

Even though Qatar buyers typically specify Sella and Steam, all four 1121 processing types are available on request. Review the full range: 1121 White, 1121 Sella, 1121 Golden Sella, and 1121 Steam.

Indicative CNF Hamad Port

1121 Sella Basmati FOB Karachi (midpoint)	$1115/MT
Ocean freight to Hamad Port	$50/MT
CNF Hamad Port	$1165/MT

Packaging premium, inland clearance, demurrage, and insurance not included. Run the full CNF calculator for your specific spec.

Qatar import FAQs

How long to Hamad Port from Karachi?

7-18 days. Qatari hospitality sector is the primary driver of 1121 import volumes.

Is Halal certification required in Qatar?

Yes. Halal certification from an approved Pakistani body is baseline. Some Qatari buyers also specify SGS or Bureau Veritas pre-shipment inspection in the L/C.

Other Pakistan rice varieties for Qatar

1121 Basmati is one of several Pakistan rice varieties we export. For SK, IRRI-6, Super Kernel, and other varieties shipping to Qatar, see import other Pakistan rice varieties to Qatar on our sister site.

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