Parameter | Specification |
Grain Type | Long, Medium, or Short Grain |
Color | White, Brown, Red, Black, or Purple |
Average Grain Length | 6 to 7 mm (long grain) |
Average Grain Width | 2 to 3 mm |
1000-Grain Weight | 20 to 30 grams |
Shape | Cylindrical to Oval |
Surface Texture | Smooth or Slightly Rough |
Moisture Content (ideal) | 12% to 14% |
Bulk Density | 0.75 to 0.85 g/cm³ |
Hardness | Medium to Hard |
Husk Presence | Present in paddy; removed in milled rice |
Aroma | Non-aromatic / Aromatic (e.g., Basmati) |