Iraq is one of the Middle East’s largest rice importers, with a population of over 42 million people who consume rice as a staple food. Basmati rice holds a special place in Iraqi cuisine — long-grain, aromatic varieties are used extensively in traditional dishes including timman (Iraqi pilaf), biryani, and festive rice preparations. Pakistan is one of Iraq’s primary rice suppliers alongside India and Thailand.
Iraq’s main seaport is Umm Qasr, located near Basra in the south of the country. With direct sailings from Karachi, transit time to Umm Qasr is just 8–12 days — one of the shortest shipping routes available to HAG. This proximity gives Pakistani rice a significant freight cost advantage over competitors from Southeast Asia or South America.
HAG Commodities serves Iraqi importers with full export documentation, flexible packaging options from 1 kg retail bags to 50 kg bulk sacks, and private label printing for distributors operating across Baghdad, Basra, Mosul, and Erbil.
Available in consumer retail packs and 25 kg / 50 kg bulk bags. Private label available.
World’s longest Basmati grain with premium aroma. Top choice for Iraqi retailers and restaurants serving traditional rice dishes. Available white, sella, and steam processed.
View Details →Top-quality export Basmati from Punjab. Exceptional aroma and non-sticky texture on cooking. Widely used in Iraqi pilaf and biryani preparation. Highly sought after in Baghdad markets.
View Details →Affordable long-grain non-Basmati. Used in institutional catering, food processing, and by Iraqi families looking for an economical everyday rice alongside premium Basmati.
View Details →Long-grain Basmati with distinctive nutty flavour. A trusted Basmati variety imported into the Middle East for decades. Competitive pricing between Super Basmati and IRRI grades.
View Details →Karachi to Umm Qasr is one of the shortest shipping routes from Pakistan. Faster delivery means lower inventory holding costs and better responsiveness to market demand in Iraq.
Iraq’s high Basmati consumption demands consistent quality. HAG sources directly from Punjab mills with strict moisture, broken grain, and aroma specifications maintained per shipment.
Independent pre-shipment quality inspection from SGS or Intertek available. Receive the full inspection report before the container departs Karachi to confirm grade before payment.
1 kg, 2 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg consumer packs for Iraqi retail chains; 25 kg and 50 kg bags for wholesale distributors. Private label printing for Iraqi brands.
Bill of Lading, COO, Phytosanitary Certificate (DPPQ), Fumigation Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Packing List. Halal certificate available on request. All documents compliant with Iraqi customs requirements.
Direct WhatsApp line to our export team. FOB, CFR, and CIF price quotes for Iraq delivered within 24 hours of inquiry. No intermediaries — deal directly with the exporter.
1121 Basmati and Super Basmati are the most demanded Pakistani rice varieties in Iraq. Iraqis have a strong preference for long-grain, aromatic Basmati rice which is integral to traditional dishes such as biryani and pilaf. IRRI-6 is also imported as an affordable daily-use option alongside Basmati.
Approximately 8–12 days from Karachi to Umm Qasr Port (near Basra), Iraq’s primary deep-water port. The short transit time and geographic proximity make Pakistan a highly competitive source for Iraqi rice importers.
HAG ships to Umm Qasr Port, located near Basra in southern Iraq. Umm Qasr is Iraq’s main commercial seaport and handles the majority of the country’s bulk commodity imports including rice, wheat, and sugar.
Rice is a plant-based product and does not inherently require Halal certification. However, for Iraqi importers supplying retail markets, HAG Commodities can provide a Halal certificate on request. All standard export documents are provided as standard with every shipment.
Iraqi buyers typically request 5 kg and 10 kg consumer packs for retail, and 25 kg or 50 kg bags for wholesale and foodservice. HAG Commodities accommodates all sizes and offers private label packaging for Iraqi distributors who want their own branded rice.
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