Rice Export to Spain from India
Kumud Group has been growing, milling, and exporting rice from India since 1994. With two mills, one in Sandi Chungi, Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, and one in Village Nariana, Taraori, Karnal, Haryana, sitting in India’s GI-certified basmati belt, the company supplies Basmati and Non-Basmati rice to more than 30 countries across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
For Spain, Kumud Group works with importers, wholesalers, foodservice distributors, and retail packers who need reliable rice supply at container-load volumes. The company runs on one simple rule: what we wouldn’t feed our own family, we won’t sell to yours.
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Milling Since
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Rice Mills
Rice Import Compliance and Regulations for Spain
Spain is part of the European Union, so rice imports follow EU-wide food law along with Spanish customs procedures. Any shipment moving from India to Spain needs to satisfy this framework from the point of loading to the point of clearance at a Spanish port.
EU Food Safety Standards
Rice entering Spain has to meet the general requirements of EU food law, including:
- Regulation (EC) No 178/2002, which lays out the general principles of EU food safety law.
- Regulation (EC) No 396/2005, which sets maximum residue limits (MRLs) for pesticides in food.
- Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006, which sets maximum levels for contaminants such as heavy metals in foodstuffs.
These apply to Basmati and Non-Basmati rice alike, regardless of the exporting country.
Labelling Requirements
Under EU Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011, food sold at retail in Spain must carry information that Spanish consumers can easily understand. For retail-ready packs, this means labelling in Spanish, along with country of origin, net weight, and batch or lot number. Kumud Group’s private label service can build packaging around these requirements for partners selling into Spanish retail or foodservice channels.
Our Certifications
Basmati Rice Varieties We Export to Spain
1121 Basmati Rice
Long grain, known for its length after cooking, a common choice for bulk food service buyers.
Traditional Basmati Rice
Aged basmati with a stronger aroma, used by buyers who want a premium grade.
Pusa Basmati Rice
A widely grown basmati variety, used across retail and food service.
Pesticide Residue Free Rice
Kumud Group also supplies Pesticide Residue Free rice, which is drawing interest from EU retailers and private label buyers looking to offer a cleaner-label product to health-conscious shoppers.
Note: Non basmati rice from our range, including Sona Masoori, Idli, PR11, Pr14, Sharbati, and Parmal can also be supplied to Saudi Arabia on request.
Packaging and Shipping to Spain
Packaging Options
Kumud Group packs rice from 500g to 50kg, depending on the buyer’s channel:
- 500g to 5kg packs for retail shelves and e-commerce.
- 25kg and 50kg bags for foodservice, catering, and bulk wholesale.
- Custom private label packaging, built to the buyer’s branding and the format the Spanish market needs.
Shipping and Minimum Order Quantity
The minimum order quantity is 20 to 21 MT, equal to one container load. Shipments move from India by sea and typically clear through major Spanish container ports such as Valencia, Barcelona, or Algeciras, though the exact port of discharge depends on the buyer’s location and shipping terms.
FAQs
Q1: Does Kumud Group export Basmati rice directly to Spain?
Ans: Yes. Kumud Group exports Basmati and Non-Basmati rice to Spain and has been exporting to more than 30 countries across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe for over 30 years.
Q2: Is the rice compliant with EU pesticide residue limits?
Ans: Kumud Group’s rice is prepared to meet EU requirements, including the pesticide MRLs set under Regulation (EC) No 396/2005. Buyers can request test reports for specific shipments.
Q3: Can Kumud Group provide private label packaging for Spanish buyers?
Ans: Yes. Custom private label packaging is available from 500g to 50kg, based on what the buyer’s retail or foodservice channel needs.
Q4: What documents does Kumud Group provide for customs clearance in Spain?
Ans: Export documentation includes the Certificate of Inspection required for EU-bound rice shipments, and a certificate of authenticity for Basmati varieties where the duty concession applies, along with other standard shipping documents.
Q5: Does Kumud Group supply Non-Basmati rice suited to the Spanish market?
Ans: Yes. Non-Basmati varieties such as Sona Masoori, Parmal, Sharbati, Idli rice, PR11, and PR14 are available for buyers serving South Asian communities and general foodservice demand in Spain.