IRRI-6 — also written as IR-6 or Long Grain 6 — is a high-yield, long-grain non-Basmati rice variety originally developed by the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) in the Philippines and now widely cultivated across Pakistan’s Punjab and Sindh provinces. It is Pakistan’s highest-volume export rice variety by tonnage, with millions of metric tons shipped annually to markets in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
What makes IRRI-6 the preferred choice for African importers is its combination of grain size (6.5–7.0 mm long, slender profile), cooking quality (non-sticky, separate grains), and competitive FOB pricing compared to Basmati varieties. IRRI-6 is suitable for a wide range of cooking preparations across West African, East African, and Middle Eastern cuisines.
Pakistan’s IRRI-6 is typically available in two main seasonal crops: Kharif (harvested October–December) and Rabi (limited). The Kharif harvest drives the primary trading season from November through April, when new-crop IRRI-6 is available at competitive prices with lower moisture content. HAG Commodities sources directly from Punjab mills and offers year-round supply.
HAG is registered with REAP (Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan) — the mandatory registration body for all rice exporters in Pakistan. This ensures compliance with government export quality standards and eligibility for Phytosanitary Certificates from DPPQ (Department of Plant Protection, Pakistan).
| Grain Type | Long Grain Non-Basmati |
| Average Length | 6.5–7.0 mm |
| Broken Grades | 5%, 15%, 25% |
| Moisture | ≤13% |
| Foreign Matter | Nil |
| Aroma | Non-aromatic |
| FOB Price Range | USD 280–380/MT |
| Min. Order | 1 x 20ft Container (~26 MT) |
| Packaging | 25 kg, 50 kg PP bags |
| Inspection | SGS / Intertek available |
Prices indicative. Contact us for current quote.
The "broken percentage" refers to the proportion of broken grains in the consignment. Different markets specify different broken grades based on price sensitivity and cooking use.
| Grade | Broken % | Appearance | Primary Markets | Price vs 5% Broken |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | 5% max | Mostly whole grains, clean | UAE, Qatar, premium retail segments | Base (highest) |
| Standard | 15% max | Good appearance, market standard | Nigeria, Kenya, Tanzania, Iraq — most African orders | ~5–8% lower |
| Economy | 25% max | More broken grains, lower price | Food aid, institutional catering, flour mills | ~12–18% lower |
IRRI-6 is HAG’s highest-volume export variety. These are our primary destination markets.
Nigeria is the single largest market for Pakistani IRRI-6 in Africa. Apapa Port Lagos receives thousands of containers of IRRI-6 annually. Ghana is also a major importer.
Nigeria market details →Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia, Ethiopia all import significant volumes of IRRI-6. Mombasa Port serves as the regional distribution hub for the East African corridor.
Kenya market details →Iraq, Yemen, Oman import IRRI-6 as an affordable daily-use rice alongside premium Basmati. Short transit times from Karachi make Pakistan highly competitive.
Iraq market details →IRRI-6 is a high-yield, long-grain non-Basmati rice variety developed by the International Rice Research Institute. It is Pakistan’s most exported rice variety to Africa because it offers an excellent balance of grain size, cooking quality, and affordability. IRRI-6 suits East and West African cooking styles and is available in 50 kg bulk bags preferred by African wholesale distributors.
IRRI-6 FOB Karachi is typically USD 280–380 per metric ton depending on grade (broken %), moisture content, crop season, and order volume. Contact HAG Commodities directly on WhatsApp for a current FOB price quote for your specific requirements.
HAG supplies IRRI-6 in 5% broken (premium), 15% broken (standard — most common for Africa), and 25% broken (economy). The 15% broken grade is the most widely traded specification for African markets.
Primarily Nigeria, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Ghana in Africa; Iraq, Oman, Qatar, and Yemen in the Middle East. IRRI-6 is HAG’s highest-volume export variety by tonnage.
IRRI-6 has a slightly shorter, thicker grain. IRRI-9 is a newer variety with a longer, slimmer grain profile and generally cleaner milling. IRRI-6 is dominant in Nigerian and East African markets due to lower prices; IRRI-9 suits buyers seeking a step-up without Basmati pricing. Both are non-aromatic long-grain varieties.
Minimum order is one 20-foot container (~26 MT). Most African buyers order 40HQ containers or multiple containers per shipment to reduce freight cost per ton.
Specify your quantity, broken grade, packaging, and destination port. We reply within 24 hours.
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