Is Vilora Impex a registered Indian rice exporter?

Yes. Vilora Impex is an Indian trading house registered in Rajkot, Gujarat, with FSSAI, APEDA, ISO 22000, Spices Board of India, and IEC (Importer-Exporter Code from DGFT). Every shipment ships with phytosanitary, FSSAI, certificate of origin, and lab/COA paperwork within 48 hours of sail.

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for rice export from India?

Our standard MOQ is one 20ft FCL container (approximately 25 metric tonnes of rice, or 18–22 MT for dry fruit). We also accept LCL consolidated shipments on a case-by-case basis for new buyers and sample-trial orders.

Which Indian rice varieties does Vilora Impex export?

We export the full premium long-grain range — 1121 Basmati (Sella, Steam, Raw), 1509 Basmati, Sona Masuri, IR64 (parboiled and raw), and Idli rice. All lots are sortex-cleaned to buyer-specified grading (5%–25% broken), bagged in 5 / 10 / 25 / 50 kg PP, BOPP, jute or private-label packaging.

Which ports does Vilora Impex ship from?

We stuff and ship containers from Mundra Port and Kandla Port in Gujarat, with onward routing to 12+ destination ports across the Gulf (Jebel Ali, Dammam, Doha, Salalah, Sohar), the Levant (Aqaba, Beirut), East Africa (Mombasa, Dar es Salaam), the Maldives (Malé), and Southeast Asia (Singapore, Port Klang).

What payment terms do you offer?

Standard terms are 30% advance and 70% against the scan copy of the Bill of Lading, or an irrevocable Letter of Credit at sight from a reputed bank. We also accept TT / wire transfer in USD, AED and EUR. Incoterms supported: FOB Mundra/Kandla, CIF, and CFR.

How long is the lead time from order confirmation to shipment?

After spec sign-off and sample approval, typical lead time is 10–14 days to container stuffing at port, plus the steamer lay-time. Documentation (phyto, FSSAI, COO, BL) is couriered within 48 hours of sail. Live arrival tracking is shared with the buyer until sign-off at port of arrival.

Can you offer private label or buyer-branded packaging?

Yes. We offer private-label and contract-manufacturing packaging in 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg and 50 kg sizes, including BOPP printed bags, woven PP, jute, and retail cartons. Artwork can be supplied by the buyer or co-developed with our packaging desk.

How can a buyer verify Vilora Impex's credentials?

Each credential (IEC on DGFT, FSSAI on FoSCoS, APEDA, GSTIN) can be verified directly on the relevant Government of India registry — links are provided on our provenance page. Request the actual numbers via the inquiry desk; we share them on signed buyer request, not publicly, to prevent misuse.

Do you ship spice and dry fruit alongside rice?

Yes. Alongside rice we export Indian spices (chilli, turmeric, cumin, coriander, fennel, cardamom, garam masala blends), dry fruit and nuts (cashew W180–W400, almond, raisin, fig), pulses (toor, chana, moong), and seasonal fresh produce (Kesar, Alphonso and Banganapalli mangoes) on cold-chain.

Where is Vilora Impex based?

Vilora Impex is headquartered in Rajkot, Gujarat, India. Origin sourcing covers Gujarat, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kashmir and Rajasthan, with consolidation at Mundra Port and Kandla Port for export.

How does 1509 Raw compare to 1121 Raw?

1509 grain is 8.0–8.4 mm; 1121 is 8.30 mm+. 1509 ages faster (6 months vs 12) — lower cost. Aroma is similar, slightly less aged-character on 1509. Use 1509 Raw for value-retail and 1121 Raw for premium tier.

Can 1509 Raw be blended with 1121?

Yes — custom 1121/1509 Raw blends are common for retail brands locking specific shelf price points. Blend ratios are written into the PI and certified on the lab COA.

Which destinations prefer 1509 Raw?

Indian-diaspora retail (UK, USA, Australia), value-tier Gulf retail, ASEAN private label, and Indian restaurant supply where the kitchen prefers Raw over Sella.

What is the shelf life of 1509 Raw?

10–16 months in cool, dry storage — slightly shorter than 1121 Raw due to the faster ageing cycle. Rotate quarterly in tropical retail environments.

1509 Raw Basmati Rice Exporter from India

Natural milled 1509 — value-premium retail

Vilora Impex exports 1509 Raw Basmati Rice — the natural-milled white form of India's short-duration premium basmati cultivar. Slightly shorter grain than 1121 (8.0–8.4 mm), faster ageing cycle (6 months minimum), lower price point, same aroma-forward character. The value-premium choice for retail private label and Indian-diaspora supermarket supply.

1509 Raw grades we export

1509 Raw — Standard Premium — 8.0–8.4 mm grain • aged 6 months • value-premium retail
1509 Raw — Aged 12+ — Extended ageing for premium-positioned retail SKUs
1509 Raw — UK Diaspora — Indian-diaspora supermarket private label, UK, USA
1509 Raw — Bulk — 25/50 kg PP for wholesale distributors
1509 Raw — Custom Blend Base — Used in 1121/1509 blends for retail price-point engineering
Custom 1509 Raw Spec — Buyer-locked grain length, broken %, polish

1509 Raw packaging and shipping

FCL MOQ is one 20ft container (~25 MT). Packaging in 5/10/25/50 kg PP, BOPP-printed laminate, jute or buyer-branded private label. Raw basmati is moisture-sensitive — BOPP laminate recommended for tropical destinations. Incoterms: FOB Mundra/Kandla, CIF and CFR.

Where we ship 1509 Raw basmati

Mundra and Kandla (Gujarat) loading; 12+ destination ports across the Gulf, Middle East, East Africa, Maldives and Southeast Asia (Jebel Ali, Dammam, Doha, Salalah, Sohar, Aqaba, Beirut, Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, Malé, Singapore, Port Klang).

Why retailers blend 1509 Raw into 1121 for price points

FSSAI licensed, APEDA registered, Spices Board of India accredited, ISO 22000
Hand-graded at origin; sortex-cleaned to buyer specification
Documentation packet (phyto, FSSAI, COO, BL) within 48 hours of sail
Live container tracking to port of arrival — every shipment, every time
Direct from origin desks in Gujarat, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka
Payment terms supported: 30% advance + 70% against BL scan, or irrevocable L/C at sight

1509 Raw basmati export FAQs

How does 1509 Raw compare to 1121 Raw?: 1509 grain is 8.0–8.4 mm; 1121 is 8.30 mm+. 1509 ages faster (6 months vs 12) — lower cost. Aroma is similar, slightly less aged-character on 1509. Use 1509 Raw for value-retail and 1121 Raw for premium tier.
Can 1509 Raw be blended with 1121?: Yes — custom 1121/1509 Raw blends are common for retail brands locking specific shelf price points. Blend ratios are written into the PI and certified on the lab COA.
Which destinations prefer 1509 Raw?: Indian-diaspora retail (UK, USA, Australia), value-tier Gulf retail, ASEAN private label, and Indian restaurant supply where the kitchen prefers Raw over Sella.
What is the shelf life of 1509 Raw?: 10–16 months in cool, dry storage — slightly shorter than 1121 Raw due to the faster ageing cycle. Rotate quarterly in tropical retail environments.

Contact the export desk

Email: exports@viloraimpex.com

Vilora Impex, Rajkot, Gujarat, India

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