
Jasmine Rice
Product description
France AJ Alimentaire and Food Import and Export LTDA operates as a tri-origin jasmine rice supplier, sourcing fragrant long-grain rice from Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam under a single trading relationship. Our trade desk supports importers, distributors, and food manufacturers seeking to source jasmine rice in bulk, with vessel-scale FOB and CIF terms structured around each buyer’s destination port, packaging preference, and contract volume.
Jasmine Rice Specification
Our jasmine rice program covers a single aromatic long-grain profile sourced consistently across Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam, giving buyers one commercial reference specification to plan procurement against regardless of origin mix. The parameters below reflect standard export-grade jasmine rice; final specifications are confirmed in the seller’s official offer, certificate of analysis and shipment inspection documents.
| Specification | Commercial Reference |
|---|---|
| Origin | Thailand (Hom Mali), Cambodia (Phka Rumduol), Vietnam (Fragrant Jasmine) — Tri-Origin Supply |
| Product Type | Jasmine Rice (Aromatic Long-Grain) |
| Grade | Premium Culinary Grade, Single Polished |
| Grain Length | 6.0 – 7.0 mm, Uniform |
| Milling Degree | Well Milled, Glossy White to Off-White Finish |
| Broken Grains | 5% Max |
| Moisture Content | 14% Max |
| Aroma & Texture | Naturally Floral, Pandan-like Aroma; Soft, Fluffy, Slightly Clingy Cooked Texture |
| Color | White to Off-White, Translucent |
| Shelf Life | Approx. 12 – 24 Months from Milling Date, Properly Stored |
| Standard Packaging | 25 kg / 50 kg PP Bags, or on Customer Request |
| Vessel / Container Loading | 12,500 MT+ Bulk Vessel or 24 – 27 MT per Container |
| Payment Terms | LC / DLC / SBLC (Based on Customer Request) |
| Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) | 12,500 MT up (Bulk Vessel) |
| Certifications & Inspection | SGS or equivalent pre-shipment inspection available on request; produced under internationally recognized standards, including ISO 22000, HACCP, and Phytosanitary certification, where applicable |
The Gold Standard of Tri-Origin Aromatic Long-Grain Rice
Cultivated across the fertile jasmine-growing regions of Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam, our jasmine rice is globally recognized for its naturally occurring floral and pandan-like aroma. Expertly milled to a silky, glossy finish, each 6.0 – 7.0 mm long grain cooks into a soft, slightly clingy, and fluffy texture that anchors authentic Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines. With broken grains held to a strict 5% max and moisture locked at 14% max, our tri-origin jasmine rice supports consistent plate presentation and extended shelf life for HoReCa, retail, and food manufacturing buyers across global markets.
Global Demand & Market Trends
Demand for fragrant jasmine rice continues to expand across China, North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asian foodservice and retail channels heading into 2026, driven by growth in HoReCa supply chains, ethnic grocery distribution, and private-label retail programs. Thailand’s Hom Mali variety carries Geographical Indication (GI) recognition as the benchmark aromatic long-grain rice, while Cambodia’s Phka Rumduol has been recognized among the World’s Best Rice in multiple years, reinforcing Southeast Asia’s position as the leading sourcing region for jasmine rice for sale wholesale. Vietnam complements this origin base with competitively priced fragrant rice suited to volume-driven contracts. Our trade desk tracks seasonal harvest cycles, freight markets, and export-quota policy across all three origins to help buyers plan a bulk jasmine rice exporter CIF price position with greater confidence, whether sourcing for restaurants and HoReCa wholesale, retail private label, or supply to China, the USA, Canada, and other import markets.
What Is Jasmine Rice?
Jasmine rice is a fragrant long-grain rice variety recognized for its naturally occurring floral, pandan-like aroma and a soft, slightly clingy texture once cooked. It belongs to a distinct family from basmati rice: where basmati is prized for grains that elongate and separate into a dry, fluffy result, jasmine rice cooks moister and softer, with grains that cling lightly together. Thailand’s Hom Mali, Cambodia’s Phka Rumduol, and Vietnam’s fragrant varietals each express this jasmine profile with subtle differences in aroma intensity, grain length, and stickiness — giving buyers the flexibility to match origin characteristics to their target market’s culinary preferences under a single jasmine rice RFQ supplier relationship.
Industrial Applications
- Restaurants and HoReCa foodservice supply
- Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine foodservice programs
- Retail private label packaging
- Institutional and catering distribution
- Food manufacturing and value-added rice product lines
Why Buy Jasmine Rice from France AJ Alimentaire and Food Import and Export LTDA
- Tri-origin sourcing flexibility — a single contract can draw on Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam supply, giving buyers origin choice and continuity of supply under one trading relationship instead of separate single-country contracts.
- Independent inspection — SGS or equivalent pre-shipment inspection and Certificate of Analysis available on request ahead of vessel loading.
- Documentation support — phytosanitary certificates and fumigation certificates prepared in line with destination-market import requirements.
- Flexible trade finance terms — LC, DLC, or SBLC payment structures arranged based on customer request.
- Vessel-scale supply capacity — bulk vessel and bagged supply from 12,500 MT up, structured for recurring monthly or annual contracts.
Trade Terms
| Parameter | Commercial Reference |
|---|---|
| Origin | Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam (tri-origin, single contract) |
| Varietal | Thai Hom Mali (GI) / Cambodian Phka Rumduol / Vietnamese Fragrant Jasmine |
| Packaging | Bag 25 kg / 50 kg, or on customer request; loose bulk vessel loading available |
| Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) | 12,500 MT up |
| Incoterms | FOB or CIF destination port |
| Payment Terms | LC / DLC / SBLC (Based on Customer Request) |
| Loading Ports | FOB Bangkok (Thailand) • FOB Sihanoukville (Cambodia) • FOB Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) |
Packaging & Container Loading
Standard export packaging is 25 kg and 50 kg PP bags, with alternative bag sizes and private-label packaging configurations available on customer request. Bagged cargo is palletised and stuffed to standard container tallies for buyers combining jasmine rice with other line items; loose bulk vessel loading is offered for full cargo-scale contracts, with jasmine rice bulk and bagged supplier options loading from 12,500 MT upward per Supramax/Panamax vessel booking.
Ordering Process
- Buyer submits an RFQ or ICPO on company letterhead specifying origin preference, grade, packaging, and volume.
- France AJ Alimentaire and Food Import and Export LTDA issues a soft offer confirming indicative terms and delivery window.
- Buyer and seller finalize and sign a sales contract covering specification, Incoterms, and payment structure.
- Buyer opens an LC, DLC, or SBLC in accordance with the agreed payment terms.
- Production, packaging, and SGS or equivalent pre-shipment inspection are completed ahead of vessel loading.
- Shipment proceeds with full export documentation issued for customs clearance at the destination port.
Shipment, Inspection & Documentation
Cargo loads FOB Bangkok for Thai-origin jasmine rice, FOB Sihanoukville for Cambodian-origin jasmine rice, and FOB Ho Chi Minh City for Vietnamese-origin jasmine rice, with CIF quotations available to the buyer’s destination port on request. SGS or equivalent pre-shipment inspection and Certificate of Analysis are available on request prior to loading. Export documentation includes commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading, phytosanitary certificate, and fumigation certificate; a Geographical Indication (GI) certificate accompanies Thai Hom Mali shipments where applicable. Documentation requirements vary by destination market and are confirmed at contract stage.
Request Pricing
Jasmine rice pricing is indicative only and moves with the world market, subject to destination port, quantity, packaging, freight, market conditions, and final seller confirmation. For a current jasmine rice CIF price per ton or jasmine rice FOB price per metric ton position across our Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam origins, please Contact Our Sales Team to request your B2B quotation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between jasmine rice and basmati rice?
Jasmine rice and basmati rice are both aromatic long-grain varieties but cook differently: basmati grains elongate and separate into a dry, fluffy result, while jasmine rice cooks softer and slightly clingy, with a distinct floral, pandan-like aroma. France AJ supplies jasmine rice specifically, sourced from Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
What is Thai Hom Mali jasmine rice?
Thai Hom Mali is Thailand's benchmark jasmine rice variety, recognized with Geographical Indication (GI) status for its floral aroma and soft cooked texture. It is one of the three origins available under our tri-origin jasmine rice supply.
What is Cambodian Phka Rumduol jasmine rice?
Phka Rumduol is Cambodia's leading jasmine rice varietal, recognized multiple times among the World's Best Rice for its aroma and grain quality. France AJ supplies Phka Rumduol jasmine rice alongside Thai and Vietnamese origins under one contract.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for bulk jasmine rice export?
The MOQ for bulk jasmine rice export is 12,500 MT up, supplied via bulk vessel or bagged container loading, with origin, packaging, and volume confirmed at RFQ stage.
How do I import jasmine rice in bulk from France AJ?
Buyers submit an RFQ or ICPO specifying origin, grade, packaging, and volume; France AJ issues a soft offer, both parties sign a sales contract, payment is arranged via LC, DLC, or SBLC, and shipment follows SGS or equivalent pre-shipment inspection and full export documentation.
What packaging options are available for jasmine rice export?
Jasmine rice is supplied in 25 kg and 50 kg PP bags as standard, with alternative packaging available on customer request, alongside loose bulk vessel loading for full cargo-scale contracts.
What certifications and documentation are provided for jasmine rice shipments?
Shipments are supported by SGS or equivalent pre-shipment inspection and Certificate of Analysis available on request, along with phytosanitary and fumigation certificates, certificate of origin, and bill of lading; a GI certificate accompanies Thai Hom Mali shipments where applicable.