Norway has a population of approximately 5.4 million and one of Scandinavia’s most established South Asian diaspora communities. The Pakistani community in Norway is among the country’s largest immigrant groups, creating consistent retail and wholesale demand for authentic Pakistani Basmati rice. Urban centres including Oslo and Bergen are the primary markets.
Beyond the diaspora segment, Basmati rice has also entered mainstream Norwegian food retail through international and specialty food retailers. Importers sourcing Pakistani Basmati for the Norwegian market typically work with established Pakistani exporters to ensure quality consistency and documentation compliance.
Norway applies EEA food safety standards, and rice imports must meet Norwegian Food Safety Authority (Mattilsynet) requirements. HAG Commodities provides pre-shipment inspection reports and full phytosanitary documentation to support import clearance.
Extra-long grain Pakistani Basmati. The most widely consumed authentic Basmati variety among South Asian diaspora communities worldwide.
Pakistan’s finest traditional Basmati variety. Superior aroma and slender grain. Suited to premium retail and specialty food channels.
Mid-tier Basmati with characteristic aroma and elongation. A cost-effective alternative to 1121 for value-conscious buyers.
Registered with the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan. All exports comply with Pakistan’s rice export standards and procedures.
Independent pre-shipment inspection reports verify grain quality, moisture, purity and weight before loading.
Certificate of Origin (KCCI), Phytosanitary Certificate, Fumigation Certificate, Bill of Lading and Packing List as standard.
25 kg and 50 kg PP bags for wholesale buyers. Custom private-label retail packs available for importers.
Direct-from-source pricing from Karachi. Quotes available for FOB, CFR and CIF terms.
WhatsApp and email support. FOB price lists sent within 24 hours of inquiry.
HAG Commodities prepares a complete set of export documents for every rice shipment. Standard documentation includes a Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin issued by the Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI), Phytosanitary Certificate from Pakistan’s Department of Plant Protection, and a Fumigation Certificate where applicable. An SGS or Intertek Pre-Shipment Inspection Report can be arranged on request.
Norway applies EEA food safety regulations. Rice imports from Pakistan must comply with Norwegian Food Safety Authority requirements. HAG provides complete export documentation to support Norwegian customs clearance.
Full rice import documentation guide →HAG exports 1121 Basmati, Super Kernel Basmati and D-98 Basmati to buyers in Norway. These varieties are popular among the South Asian diaspora community and Basmati-specialty food importers.
Norway is not an EU member but applies EEA food safety standards. Rice imports are regulated by the Norwegian Food Safety Authority (Mattilsynet). Pakistani rice exports must meet applicable maximum residue limits and food safety requirements. HAG provides pre-shipment inspection documentation to support Norwegian import clearance.
Rice is shipped from Karachi by sea to a North European hub port such as Hamburg or Rotterdam, with onward freight by road or feeder vessel to Oslo or other Norwegian ports. Transit time from Karachi is typically in the range of 18 to 24 days depending on routing and carrier.
The minimum order is one 20-foot FCL container, approximately 24 to 26 metric tonnes. Larger multi-container shipments are welcome.
Send us your requirements and we will respond with a detailed FOB quote within 24 hours.
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