| Property |
Specification |
| Appearance |
Small, oval-shaped grains |
| Color |
White, off-white, or brown depending on the type |
| Size |
5–7 mm (length), 2–3 mm (width) |
| Shape |
Long, medium, or short grain |
| Texture |
Smooth and firm; can vary (e.g., sticky or non-sticky) |
| Odor |
Characteristic rice aroma, mild and pleasant |
| Moisture Content |
12-14% (usually) |
| Impurities |
Maximum of 0.5% impurities allowed |
| Purity |
98% minimum purity for high-grade rice |
| Hardness |
Medium to firm |
| Breakage |
Minimum breakage, typically ≤ 5% |
| Amylose Content |
18-25% (depending on variety) |
