1121 Basmati is one of the most commercially significant rice varieties ever developed. Released by the Indian/Pakistani agricultural research network, it holds a world record for grain length â at 8.35mm+ uncooked, no other commercial rice variety comes close. On cooking it elongates to over 20mm without becoming sticky, producing long, separate, visually impressive grains.
Pakistan is one of the world's leading producers and exporters of 1121 Basmati. The variety thrives in the Punjab's fertile plains and benefits from the traditional Basmati cultivation methods that have been refined over decades. HAG Commodities sources 1121 Basmati directly from verified growers and processes it through REAP-registered mills in Karachi.
We offer three processing grades: Raw 1121 (natural milled, white), Sella 1121 (parboiled, golden, firmer grain, lower breakage) and Steam 1121 (steamed white, premium retail grade). Each grade suits different buyer profiles and cooking traditions.
1121 Basmati is our most widely exported variety â shipped to buyers across 3 continents.
1121 has the longest grain of any commercial Basmati â 8.35mm+ raw, elongating 2.5Ã on cooking without sticking. Spectacular plate presentation. Aroma is lighter than Super Basmati but still distinctly Basmati.
Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, UK, Germany, Canada and Australia. It is the dominant Basmati variety in GCC markets.
Steam (STPP) â premium retail grade. Sella â parboiled, golden, lower breakage. Raw â natural milled white. Each suits different buyer profiles and cooking traditions.
One 20ft container (approximately 26 MT). 40ft containers and multi-container FCL orders accommodated for larger importers.
FOB price list, grade specifications and sample availability within 24 hours.
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HAG Commodities supplies 1121 Basmati in three processing grades, each suited to different buyer profiles, cooking traditions, and market segments. Understanding the differences helps you specify the right grade for your customers.
| Grade | Processing | Appearance | Best For | Price Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steam 1121 (STPP) | Steamed, white | Bright white, premium look | Retail supermarkets, premium restaurants, UK & Europe | Highest |
| Sella 1121 | Parboiled, golden | Golden/amber, firm grain | Middle East, foodservice, bulk hospitality buyers | Mid |
| Raw 1121 | Natural milled, white | White, natural grain | South Asian diaspora, biryani specialists, North America | Mid-Low |
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is the world’s largest market for premium Basmati rice, and 1121 is the dominant variety. Saudi Arabia alone imports hundreds of thousands of metric tons of 1121 Basmati annually, driven by the country’s rice-centred cuisine — kabsa, mandi, and machboos are all prepared with long-grain Basmati as the base.
The UAE serves as a re-export hub, with Jebel Ali Port receiving large volumes of Pakistani 1121 Basmati that are then redistributed across the region. HAG Commodities has direct shipping connections from Karachi to Jebel Ali (5–8 days) and Jeddah (10–14 days), making us one of the fastest Pakistan-to-GCC rice suppliers.
In the UK, Germany, and Netherlands, the South Asian diaspora community sustains year-round demand for premium 1121 Steam grade in 5 kg and 10 kg retail bags. HAG serves importers supplying Asian grocery chains across Western Europe.
| Grain Length (raw) | 8.35 mm minimum |
| Elongation Ratio | 2.5× on cooking |
| Moisture Content | ≤12.5% |
| Broken Grains | ≤1% (premium grade) |
| Foreign Matter | Nil |
| Aroma | Characteristic Basmati |
| FOB Price Range | USD 800–1,100/MT (grade & season) |
| Inspection | SGS / Intertek available |
Prices indicative. Contact us for current FOB quote.
HAG Commodities offers flexible packaging across all retail and wholesale formats. Private label printing is available — your brand, our rice.
Gift & trial packs
Retail standard
UK & Europe retail
Family & catering
Wholesale
Bulk & foodservice
All bags available in PP woven or kraft paper. Custom printing with your brand logo, barcode, and nutritional panel. MOQ for private label: 1 FCL (26 MT).