25 kg distribution
Included in FOB. 1,000-1,080 bags per 20' FCL.
Processing Type / Sella (Parboiled)
1121 Sella Basmati Rice. Parboiled. FOB Karachi.
Parboiled 1121 sella basmati rice at $1,095 to $1,135 per MT FOB Karachi. Creamy golden grain, 68 to 72% whole-kernel yield, 18-month shelf life.
8.3mm
Raw grain length
22mm+
Cooked length
68-72%
Whole-kernel yield
0-2%
Broken kernels
18mo
Shelf life
1121 FOB Karachi
Aggregate Range
$1,095 . $1,240
USD per Metric Tonne · FOB Karachi · All processing types
Live FOB Karachi price band on parboiled 1121 sella basmati. Updated from the trading desk. Confirmed quote on your packaging, port, and Incoterm is valid 48 hours and arrives in 24 business hours. MOQ 2 x 20' FCL (~52 MT). Payment L/C at sight or T/T 30/70. See the full 1121 basmati price sheet for all four processing types side by side.
1121 Sella Basmati Specifications
Export-grade 1121 Sella meets every GCC, Iraqi, and West African spec sheet we have shipped against since 2005. Numbers below are guaranteed on every container, audited at the mill before stuffing.
| Variety | 1121 Basmati |
|---|---|
| Processing | Sella (parboiled) |
| Grain length, raw | 8.3 mm |
| Grain length, cooked | 22 mm+ |
| Elongation ratio | 2.5x+ |
| Whole-kernel yield | 68 to 72% |
| Broken | Nil (0-2% export grade) |
| Moisture | 13.5% max |
| Chalky kernels | 3% max |
| Colour | Creamy golden |
| Shelf life | 18 months |
| HS code | 1006.30 (EU basmati-specific: 1006.30.27) |
| Origin | Punjab, Pakistan (Hafizabad, Gujranwala, Sheikhupura) |
| FOB Karachi | $1,095 - $1,135/MT |
Why parboiled 1121 sella basmati price sits below white
Milling yield is the lever. White 1121 is paddy husked and milled directly. Whole-kernel yield runs 58 to 62%, with the balance ending up as broken rice or polish bran that fetches commodity prices. Sella reverses that math. Paddy is soaked in warm water, steamed under low pressure, then dried before milling. The hydrothermal treatment gelatinizes starch inside the husk and hardens the kernel so it survives milling intact. Whole-kernel yield climbs to 68 to 72%. More sellable rice per ton of paddy means we can quote 1121 sella basmati at $1,095 to $1,135/MT, roughly $70 to $100 below 1121 White Basmati Rice. Parboiling also extends shelf life to 18 months and produces the creamy golden colour that GCC buyers specifically request.
1121 sella vs golden sella vs steam: which to import
| Attribute | 1121 Sella | 1121 Golden Sella | 1121 Steam |
|---|---|---|---|
| Process | Standard parboil | Deeper parboil, intense colour | Light steaming pre-mill |
| Colour | Creamy golden | Deep golden / amber | Slightly off-white |
| FOB Karachi | $1,095 to $1,135 | $1,110 to $1,150 | $1,200 to $1,240 |
| Shelf life | 18 months | 18 months | 15 months |
| Top markets | Saudi, Iraq, W. Africa | Saudi, Iraq | Iran, GCC, E. Africa |
| Best for | Kabsa, mandi, biryani | Premium retail biryani | High-end pulao, separation |
Choose 1121 Sella for high-volume Saudi food-service and Iraqi retail where price and shelf life are the levers. Choose 1121 Golden Sella deep golden alternative for the same end-use when buyers demand a darker amber grain on shelf. Choose 1121 Steam Basmati Rice when end-users want near-white appearance with sella-like grain integrity, common in Iran and high-end UAE retail.
How 1121 sella basmati cooks: kabsa, mandi, biryani, pilaf
Cook time runs 20 to 25 minutes by absorption or 15 minutes pressure-cooked. The parboiled kernel absorbs flavour from broth, ghee, and whole spices without breaking down, which makes it the default rice for Saudi kabsa and Yemeni mandi service. In biryani, the long grain holds its 22 mm+ cooked length through layering and dum, then separates cleanly when plated. For pilaf and pulao, the firm bite survives 4 to 6 hours on a steam table without going gummy. Reheats well over 48 hours, which matters in food-service operations running buffet or banquet volumes. Foodservice operators typically cook 1:1.75 rice-to-water by volume for absorption.
| Soak time | 20-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Water ratio | 1:1.75 |
| Cook time (absorption) | 20-25 minutes |
| Cook time (pressure) | 15 minutes |
| Steam-table hold | 4-6 hours |
| Best cuisine fit | Kabsa, mandi, biryani, pilaf |
1121 sella basmati milling grades
Four grades are available, ranked by polish intensity:
- Brown Sella. Husk removed, bran retained, colour sorted. EU mills import for further processing at the lower tariff line.
- Reasonably Well Milled Sella. Natural finish, bran removed but no silk polish. Common into West Africa.
- Extra Well Milled Sella. Thorough bran removal, clean creamy golden appearance. The default for Saudi and Iraqi retail.
- Silky Polished Sella. Water-polished for a glossy creamy-amber finish, colour sorted for grain uniformity. The default for GCC retail private label.
Specify the grade on your RFQ. We never use the term "Well Milled" alone; the grade name is Reasonably Well Milled.
1121 sella basmati 25kg / 50kg / retail packaging
Standard wholesale: 50 kg PP woven (500-540 bags per 20' FCL, 25-27 MT) and 25 kg PP or BOPP woven (1,000-1,080 bags, 25-27 MT). Standard retail: 10 kg and 5 kg in BOPP laminate or non-woven. Minimum bag size is 5 kg. We do not pack smaller. Inner poly liner is included on 5 kg and 10 kg, available at extra cost on 25 kg and 50 kg. Custom print minimums per SKU: 15,000 bags BOPP laminated, 5,000 bags non-woven, 20,000 standup pouches. Minimum custom bag size is 5 kg. We do not produce 1kg or 2kg bags. Full reference at 1121 basmati packaging options.
50 kg wholesale
Included in FOB. 500-540 bags per 20' FCL (25-27 MT).
Retail packs
Private label printing: 15,000 bags BOPP / 5,000 non-woven minimums.
Top destination markets for 1121 sella basmati
Saudi Arabia (Jeddah, Dammam). The largest single destination for our 1121 Sella. Transit 7 to 30 days. Documentation: SASO Certificate of Conformity, SFDA registration, Halal certificate, phytosanitary, certificate of origin. Default packaging 25kg and 50kg PP woven for food service; 5kg and 10kg BOPP retail with private-label artwork on standing orders. See 1121 sella for Saudi Arabia (Jeddah, Dammam).
Iraq (Umm Qasr). Second-largest sella destination. Transit ~30 days. Documentation: Iraqi COC, Halal certificate, phytosanitary. Retail bias toward 25kg PP woven with printed shoulder panel. See import 1121 sella basmati to Iraq via Umm Qasr.
UAE (Jebel Ali). Mixed FCLs blending Sella, Golden Sella, and Steam, transit 4 to 10 days. ESMA-compliant labeling and Halal certificate required. See 1121 sella for the UAE market.
West Africa. Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal via Lagos, Tema, Dakar. Volume play in 50kg PP woven, often non-laminated.
Aged vs new crop 1121 sella basmati
New crop ships from January after the October-December harvest. New crop 1121 Sella is softer and slightly less aromatic. Aged stock at 12 to 18 months carries $40 to $60/MT premium. Elongation tightens past 2.5x, aroma intensifies, and the kernel cooks even firmer. Premium aged stock at 24+ months runs $100/MT above new crop and is limited. Climate-controlled warehousing adds $15 to $20/MT to the storage cost line. Steam-processed 1121 is the practical alternative when buyers want aged-sella performance on a new-crop timeline. Compare in detail at aged vs new crop 1121 basmati.
1121 Sella Basmati Rice FAQs
What is the FOB Karachi price of 1121 sella basmati rice?
1121 Sella Basmati Rice ships at $1,095 to $1,135 per MT FOB Karachi, the lowest band in our 1121 price sheet across all four processing types. The price runs roughly $70 to $100/MT below 1121 White because parboiling lifts whole-kernel yield from 58-62% to 68-72%, so the same paddy delivers more sellable rice. Pricing is indicative; a confirmed FOB quote on your processing type, packaging, and destination port is valid for 48 hours and reaches you in 24 business hours. Payment is L/C at sight or T/T 30/70 (30% advance, 70% against BL copy). MOQ is 2 x 20' FCL (~52 MT).
What is the MOQ for 1121 sella basmati rice?
Minimum order quantity is 2 x 20' FCL, roughly 52 metric tons, loaded as 25-27 MT per container. We ship only in 20' FCL because 40' containers exceed the safe payload for milled rice. Mixed-processing FCLs are accepted, so you can split a container between 1121 Sella, Golden Sella, and Steam if your end-buyers want variety. Pre-shipment inspection by SGS, Bureau Veritas, or Intertek is included at MOQ of 5 x 20' FCL or above; below that, inspection runs at the buyer's cost. First-pass inspection rate across our shipments is 99%. Place your request for quote to lock loading dates.
Why is 1121 sella basmati cheaper than 1121 white?
Parboiling is the reason. In sella production, paddy is soaked, steamed, dried, and then milled. The hydrothermal treatment hardens the kernel and pushes whole-grain yield from 58-62% (White) to 68-72% (Sella). The same paddy input yields more sellable rice, so the per-MT FOB price drops by $70 to $100. Parboiling also extends shelf life to 18 months versus 12 months for 1121 White, and produces a creamy golden grain that GCC and Middle Eastern buyers prefer for kabsa, mandi, and biryani. Lower price, longer shelf life, firmer cook. It is not a quality compromise.
Is 1121 sella basmati suitable for Saudi Arabia kabsa and mandi?
Yes. 1121 Sella Basmati is the default rice for Saudi kabsa and mandi service. The parboiled grain holds its shape through long simmering with broth, lamb, or chicken, and reheats without turning mushy, which matters in food-service operations. We ship to Saudi Arabia via Jeddah and Dammam, transit 7 to 30 days depending on liner. SASO and SFDA documentation is provided with every shipment, along with the Halal certificate. Top SKUs into Saudi are 25kg and 50kg PP woven bags. Custom retail packaging from 5kg is available with a 15,000-bag BOPP minimum.
What payment terms do you accept on 1121 sella shipments?
Two terms only. L/C at sight (100% irrevocable letter of credit at sight, preferred for first orders) or T/T 30/70 (30% telegraphic transfer in advance, 70% against scanned bill of lading copy). We do not work on CAD or open account. L/C is typically routed through your nominated bank with HBL, MCB, or Standard Chartered as our advising bank. T/T 30/70 is available for repeat buyers and for buyers with verifiable trade references. Full terms appear on the proforma invoice, which is issued inside 24 business hours once you submit a quote request.
How long does 1121 sella basmati keep in storage?
Eighteen months in sealed PP woven 25kg or 50kg bags under standard warehouse conditions (cool, dry, off the floor on pallets, rotated FIFO). That is 6 months longer than 1121 White. Parboiling gelatinizes the starch and hardens the kernel, which slows oxidation and resists insect penetration. For aged stock (12 to 18 months), elongation and aroma intensify further and the grain cooks even more firmly. Aged 1121 Sella carries a $40 to $60/MT premium over new crop. Climate-controlled storage adds $15 to $20/MT. Compare with aged vs new crop 1121 basmati before ordering.
Can I import 1121 sella basmati at retail bag sizes (5kg, 10kg)?
Yes. Standard wholesale is 25kg and 50kg PP woven, but retail BOPP or non-woven bags are available at 5kg and 10kg with custom artwork. Minimums for custom printing are 15,000 bags for BOPP laminated, 5,000 bags for non-woven, and 20,000 units for stand-up pouches. Inner poly liner is included on 5kg and 10kg bags; on 25kg and 50kg, liner is an extra-cost option. Minimum custom bag size is 5kg. We do not produce 1kg or 2kg bags. Review packaging options and submit artwork with your RFQ.
Compare 1121 Sella with the other three processing types
Three other processing types are produced from the same Punjab 1121 paddy. 1121 White Basmati Rice is direct-milled, pearly white, the highest aroma retention, $1,165 to $1,205/MT. 1121 Golden Sella deep golden alternative is deep parboiled, amber colour, $1,110 to $1,150/MT. 1121 Steam Basmati Rice is light-steamed pre-mill, off-white, $1,200 to $1,240/MT. Review the live 1121 basmati price sheet before placing an RFQ.
1121 Basmati White
Raw milled. Bright white, pearly finish, maximum aroma.
FOB Karachi: $1,165 - $1,205/MT
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1121 Golden Sella Basmati
Deeper parboiling. Deep amber color, extra firm grain.
FOB Karachi: $1,110 - $1,150/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
View details →For the full Pakistan rice export portfolio across all varieties, see the full Pakistan rice export portfolio at pakistanrice.com.
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Confirmed FOB or CNF quote in 24 business hours. Pricing valid 48 hours. Pre-shipment inspection by SGS, Bureau Veritas, or Intertek included at MOQ. 6 certifications: ISO 22000, ISO 9001, HACCP, Halal, FDA, GMP.