Low Arsenic Rice

Controlled-Origin Sourcing & Compliance Program

Arsenic occurrence in rice is influenced by geography, soil composition, irrigation practices, and cultivation methods. Recognizing the increased regulatory focus on inorganic arsenic levels in rice, we offer a Low Arsenic Rice sourcing and compliance program designed for buyers with enhanced quality and regulatory requirements.

This program is not a rice variety. It is a controlled-origin and verification approach applied to selected rice types and crop lots.

Program Objective

The Low Arsenic Rice program is structured to:

Identify cultivation regions with historically lower arsenic uptake

Apply controlled sourcing and segregation at origin

Verify compliance through laboratory testing

Align shipments with destination-market regulatory limits

The program supports buyers operating in high-compliance markets, including the European Union, United States, and United Kingdom.

Applicable Rice Types

Subject to seasonal availability and origin suitability, the Low Arsenic Rice program can be applied to:

Basmati Rice

Long Grain Rice (Non-Basmati)

Medium Grain Rice

Japonica / Round Grain Rice

Each shipment is assessed independently; participation in the program does not imply blanket applicability across all crops or seasons.

Controlled Origin Strategy

The program emphasizes sourcing from cultivation areas where:

Soil conditions demonstrate lower arsenic absorption potential

Irrigation water sources are monitored

Farming practices support controlled crop development

Origin selection is based on historical data, field-level evaluation, and ongoing assessment, not assumptions or generic regional claims.

Testing & Verification

Rice supplied under this program is verified through:

Inorganic arsenic analysis

Testing conducted by accredited laboratories

Lot-specific sampling and reporting

Compliance assessment aligned with importing-market thresholds

Documentation is provided per shipment according to buyer and regulatory requirements.

Analytical results are specific to individual lots and harvests. Compliance is assessed per shipment and per destination standard.

Regulatory Alignment

The Low Arsenic Rice program is structured to support compliance with:

European Union regulations on inorganic arsenic in rice

United States FDA guidance

UK food safety standards

Our role is to ensure that supplied rice meets declared specifications and regulatory thresholds, not to make health or nutritional claims.

Handling & Segregation

To preserve integrity, program rice is managed with:

Lot-level segregation

Dedicated storage where required

Clear batch identification

Controlled packing and labeling

This minimizes cross-mixing risk and supports traceability throughout the supply chain.

Packaging & Supply Formats

Bulk export bags

Retail and private-label formats (where applicable)

Custom labeling to reflect compliance status

Documentation aligned with destination-market needs

Intended Buyers

This program is designed for:

Importers with enhanced regulatory obligations

Retail brands with internal quality standards

Food manufacturers supplying regulated markets

Institutional and food-service buyers requiring verified compliance

A Compliance-Driven Supply Option

Low arsenic performance in rice is achieved through disciplined sourcing, controlled handling, and verified testing, not assumptions or generalized claims. Our program provides buyers with a structured, transparent approach to managing arsenic-related regulatory requirements in international rice trade.