Choosing a Thai jasmine rice supplier is one of the most important decisions a rice importer makes. Jasmine rice is a premium product. Buyers pay for the aroma, the soft texture and the name, and they notice quickly when any of those are missing. We are a Thai rice exporter, and we supply Thai jasmine rice, Thai Hom Mali rice and organic jasmine rice by the container to buyers worldwide.
This guide is for importers, wholesalers, supermarkets and food service buyers. It explains what a Thai jasmine rice supplier should offer, the grades we sell, how to check quality, how ordering and shipping work, and the questions to ask before you sign.
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What a Thai Jasmine Rice Supplier Should Offer
A good Thai jasmine rice supplier does much more than send a price. Before you order, you should expect:
- A clear grade. Hom Mali or Pathumthani fragrant rice, with the purity and broken level written down.
- The current crop. Jasmine rice loses aroma as it ages. The crop year should be in the contract.
- Real samples. From the stock that will be loaded, not a special batch.
- Independent inspection. Quality and weight checked at loading by a known inspection company.
- The right bags. From 1kg retail packs to 50kg bags, with private label if you want it.
- Full export documents. Ready for your customs and food authorities.
- Straight answers. If a price, date or spec is not possible, a good supplier says so.
The Thai Jasmine Rice Grades We Supply
“Jasmine rice” covers more than one product. As a Thai jasmine rice supplier, we offer four fragrant grades, all grown in Thailand:
| Grade | What it is | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Thai Hom Mali rice | Premium jasmine from KDML 105 and RD15 varieties, 92% Hom Mali purity minimum | Premium retail, restaurants, branded packs |
| Thai Hom Mali 100% Grade A | The top Hom Mali grade, highest purity | Top-end supermarkets and gift packs |
| Thai jasmine rice (Pathumthani fragrant) | Everyday Thai fragrant rice, long grain and soft | Wholesale, food service, value retail |
| Organic jasmine rice | Certified organic Thai jasmine rice | Health food shops, organic shelves |
Thai Hom Mali has the strongest aroma and the highest price. Pathumthani fragrant rice gives a soft, fragrant rice at a lower cost. If you are not sure which suits your market, read our guide to Thai Hom Mali vs jasmine rice, or ask us for samples of both.
Typical Specifications
| Item | Thai Hom Mali | Thai jasmine (Pathumthani) |
|---|---|---|
| Grain | Long grain, white | Long grain, white |
| Purity | 92% Hom Mali minimum | 95% minimum |
| Broken grains | 4.5% max | 5% max |
| Moisture | 14% max | 14% max |
| Foreign matter | Minimal | 0.1% max |
| Milling | Double polished, sortexed | Polished, sortexed |
| Crop | Current season | Current season |
| Shelf life | 12 to 24 months stored well | Up to 24 months stored well |
Every spec we agree goes into the contract, and the shipment is checked against it at loading.
How to Check a Thai Jasmine Rice Supplier
The jasmine rice trade has more than its share of mixed and old rice. Before you commit to any Thai jasmine rice supplier, check these:
- Company documents. A registered Thai export company with an address you can verify.
- Crop year. Ask which crop the rice is from, and get it in writing.
- Purity. For Hom Mali, ask how purity is tested and whether a Thai Hom Mali certificate can be supplied.
- Samples. Cook them side by side with what sells in your market.
- Inspection. The supplier should welcome an independent inspector at loading.
- Payment. A letter of credit or payment against documents, never 100% up front to a supplier you do not know.
The Thai government protects the Thai Hom Mali name with an official certification mark, managed by the Department of Foreign Trade. If you are paying for Hom Mali, it is worth asking about it.
How to Test Jasmine Rice Samples
- Smell the raw rice. Fresh jasmine rice has a clear, sweet, pandan-like smell. Weak or musty smell means old or poorly stored rice.
- Look at the grains. Long, slender, translucent white grains. Few chalky, yellow or broken grains.
- Cook it. Use a little less water than for ordinary long grain rice. Good jasmine rice cooks soft, slightly sticky and glossy, with a strong aroma.
- Leave it to cool. Good jasmine rice stays soft for hours. Old or mixed rice goes hard quickly.
- Keep a reference sample. Seal part of the approved sample. It becomes the standard for the shipment.
Packing and Private Label
As a Thai jasmine rice supplier to both retail and wholesale buyers, we pack in:
| Bag | Common use |
|---|---|
| 1kg and 2kg retail packs | Supermarkets, convenience stores |
| 5kg and 10kg bags | Supermarkets and family buyers |
| 25kg bags | Restaurants and caterers |
| 50kg bags | Wholesalers and distributors |
| Vacuum packed bags | Premium retail, quoted separately |
We print private label bags with your brand. Check your country’s labelling rules before printing, and send us your artwork for a proof. For more on own-brand packs, see our guide to private label Thai Hom Mali rice.
Who We Supply
- Importers and distributors buying by the container
- Supermarket chains and grocery wholesalers
- Asian food shops and specialist importers
- Restaurants, hotels and catering companies
- Food manufacturers making ready meals and rice products
We ship Thai jasmine rice worldwide, to buyers in Africa, the Middle East, Europe, the Americas and Asia.
Shipping and Order Size
Most orders start with one 20ft container, which holds around 25 metric tons. See how many tons of rice fit in a 20ft container. We can mix grades in one container, for example Hom Mali and Pathumthani fragrant rice, so you can test both in your market.
We quote FOB Thailand, or CFR and CIF to your nearest port. Allow a few weeks for bag printing, milling and loading, plus the voyage. Freight rates change often, so we confirm the freight part of a CFR or CIF price when we book.
How to Order From Us
- Send us your request. Grade, tons, bag size, destination port, and FOB, CFR or CIF.
- Get a quote and spec sheet. Usually within a day.
- Test samples. From the real stock we would load.
- Sign the contract. Spec, crop year, price, bags, inspection, documents, payment and shipping window.
- Arrange payment. Letter of credit, or deposit and balance against documents.
- Production and inspection. We pack your order, and an independent inspector checks it at loading.
- Documents. Copies sent right away, originals by courier or through the bank.
For a full walkthrough, read how to import rice from Thailand.
Documents We Provide
Every shipment comes with a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, fumigation certificate, and a quality and weight certificate from an independent inspector. For Hom Mali, we can also arrange Thai Hom Mali certification. See our rice export documents checklist.
Price
Jasmine rice prices follow the Thai crop, the baht, demand and freight. Hom Mali costs more than Pathumthani fragrant rice, and organic costs more again. For current ranges, see Thai jasmine rice price per ton and Thai Hom Mali rice price per ton.
Keeping Jasmine Rice Fresh
The aroma is what your customers pay for, so look after it:
- Buy the current crop and sell it within months, not years
- Store bags in a cool, dry, shaded warehouse, on pallets
- Keep it away from strong smells such as fuel, spices and chemicals
- Sell the oldest stock first
Why Buyers Choose Us as Their Thai Jasmine Rice Supplier
- Four Thai fragrant grades from one supplier: Hom Mali, Hom Mali 100% Grade A, Pathumthani and organic
- Current crop, stated in the contract
- Samples from real stock
- Independent inspection at loading
- Private label bags from 1kg to 50kg
- Shipping worldwide, FOB, CFR or CIF
- Fast replies on WhatsApp and email
Read more about us, see our quality control steps, or check the rice standard we grade to. If you are also sourcing premium Hom Mali, see our guide for buyers looking for a Thai Hom Mali rice supplier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you a Thai jasmine rice supplier or a trader?
We are a Thai rice exporter. We source from Thai mills, check the rice, pack it and ship it ourselves.
What is the minimum order?
Most orders start at one 20ft container, around 25 metric tons. Mixed grades in one container are possible.
Is Thai jasmine rice the same as Hom Mali?
Thai Hom Mali is the premium type of Thai jasmine rice. Pathumthani fragrant rice is also Thai jasmine rice, with a milder aroma and a lower price.
Can you put my brand on the bags?
Yes. We print private label bags from 1kg to 50kg.
Can I get a sample?
Yes. We send samples by courier from the stock we would load for you.
Do you ship to my country?
We ship worldwide. Tell us your nearest port and we will quote.
Talk to a Thai Jasmine Rice Supplier Today
Send us the grade, tons, bag size, destination port, and whether you want FOB, CFR or CIF. We will reply with a quote, spec sheet and sample offer, usually within a day.
Email info@dethairice.com, WhatsApp +66 81 034 6390, or use our contact page. You can also browse all our products or read our FAQ.
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