Rice Varieties in Qatar

High-Demand Rice Varieties in Qatar & GCC Market (Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait)

Qatar imports most of its rice from India, Pakistan, Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar. Among these, India is the largest supplier, especially for Basmati and premium non-basmati rice.

1. 1121 Basmati Rice (Most Popular Premium Rice in Qatar)

Product Overview

1121 Basmati Rice is one of the most demanded rice varieties in Qatar, widely used in biryani, mandi, kabsa, and premium hospitality sectors.

Product Specifications

Parameter	Details
Variety	1121 Basmati Rice
Grain Type	Extra Long Grain
Length Before Cooking	8.30-8.50 mm
Length After Cooking	Up to 20-22 mm
Moisture	Max 12.5%
Broken	1%-2%
Color	Natural White
Origin	Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh (India)
Shelf Life	24 Months

Packaging

• 1 kg
• 5 kg
• 10 kg
• 20 kg
• 25 kg
• 40 kg
• 50 kg PP/Jute Bags

MOQ

• 25 MT (1 x 20ft Container)

Export Quality

• Sortex Cleaned
• Silky Polished
• Double Polished
• Fumigated
• SGS/BV Inspection Available

Major Import Sources

• India (Largest Supplier)
• Pakistan

Demand Level in Qatar: Very High

2. 1121 Golden Sella Basmati Rice

Product Overview

Golden Sella Basmati is highly preferred in Qatar for Arabic dishes such as Mandi, Kabsa, Majboos, and large catering operations.

Product Specifications

Parameter	Details
Variety	1121 Golden Sella Basmati
Grain Length	8.30+ mm
Processing	Parboiled
Moisture	Max 12.5%
Broken	Max 1%
Color	Golden Yellow
Origin	Punjab & Haryana, India
Shelf Life	24 Months

Packaging

• 5 kg
• 10 kg
• 20 kg
• 25 kg
• 50 kg

MOQ

• 25 MT

Export Quality

• Silky Finish
• Sortex Cleaned
• Stone Free
• Fumigated

Major Import Sources

• India
• Pakistan

Demand Level: Extremely High

3. 1121 Steam Basmati Rice

Product Overview

Popular among hotels, restaurants, and premium retail chains in Qatar.

Product Specifications

Parameter	Details
Variety	1121 Steam Basmati
Grain Length	8.30+ mm
Moisture	Max 12.5%
Broken	Max 1%
Color	Creamy White
Origin	India
Shelf Life	24 Months

Packaging

• 5 kg
• 10 kg
• 20 kg
• 25 kg
• 50 kg

MOQ

• 25 MT

Export Quality

• Sortex Cleaned
• Silky Polish
• Export Grade

Demand Level: High

4. IR64 Non-Basmati Rice

Product Overview

IR64 is a cost-effective rice variety widely consumed by labor camps, catering companies, and wholesale markets in Qatar.

Product Specifications

Parameter	Details
Variety	IR64 Non-Basmati Rice
Grain Type	Medium Long Grain
Moisture	Max 14%
Broken	5%-25%
Color	White
Origin	West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh
Shelf Life	24 Months

Packaging

• 25 kg
• 50 kg

MOQ

• 25 MT

Export Quality

• Sortex Cleaned
• Well Milled
• Fumigated

Major Import Sources

• India
• Vietnam
• Myanmar

Demand Level: High