Required certifications
- KEBS Diamond Mark
- PVOC Certificate of Conformity
PVOC issued by approved bodies (SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek). KEBS Diamond Mark for retail packs.
East Africa
IRRI-6 Rice for Kenya Importers
FOB Karachi to Mombasa. Transit 21 days. KEBS Diamond Mark compliant.
Port Mombasa
Transit 21 days
Lead Grade 5% Broken White
Compliance KEBS Diamond Mark, PVOC Certificate of Conformity
Quick Answer
IRRI-6 5%, 10%, 25% white rice for Kenya importers. FOB Karachi $340-$380/MT, CNF Mombasa from $390/MT. KEBS PVOC. 21-day transit. Lead grade is 5% Broken White. Transit Karachi to Mombasa: 21 days. Compliance: KEBS Diamond Mark, PVOC Certificate of Conformity. Minimum order: 5 x 20' FCL.
Buyer profile
Who buys IRRI-6 in Kenya?
Established traders importing 50 kg PP-bagged white rice for retail and bulk distribution. Mombasa supports rapid distribution into the East African Community via inland rail and road.
Kenyan importers cross-reference IRRI-6 against IR64 specs — grain length and broken structure are interchangeable.
Top grades
Top grades for Kenya
Lead grade plus the secondary grades that move in volume to Mombasa.
Port and logistics
Karachi to Mombasa
Transit window 12-28 days depending on routing. CNF estimate uses today's FOB midpoint for the lead grade plus the live freight rate.
| Port | Transit | Freight per MT | CNF estimate (lead grade) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mombasa | 21 days | $46/MT | $406-$426/MT |
Indicative only. Live freight from our pricing grid; confirmed CNF on the quote form, valid 48 hours.
Compliance
Certifications and regulatory
Packaging
50 kg PP woven for bulk distribution; 25 kg BOPP for branded retail across Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda.
See the packaging guide for bag specs and container loading.
CNF calculator
Calculate CNF to Mombasa
Pre-set to 5% Broken White and Mombasa. Adjust packaging and quantity to refresh the indicative CNF.
Calculate IRRI-6 CNF Landed Price
Pick your broken grade, port, and packaging. We use today's FOB midpoint plus live freight from Karachi.
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Beyond IRRI-6
Looking at basmati or other Pakistani rice varieties for Kenya? import other Pakistan rice varieties to Kenya through our parent group, HAS Rice Pakistan.
FAQ
Kenya import FAQs
IRRI-6 5% white in 50 kg PP woven bags is the dominant import. 10% and 25% white grades also move in volume for budget-tier retailers.
12 to 28 days depending on routing and trans-shipment. Direct sailings target 12-15 days; trans-shipped via Salalah or Jebel Ali run 21-28 days.
Yes. Pre-shipment Verification of Conformity issued by an approved body (SGS, Bureau Veritas, or Intertek) accompanies the shipment along with the KEBS Diamond Mark for retail-pack imports.
Related markets
Other East Africa markets
Ready to ship to Kenya?
Confirmed CNF Mombasa quote in 24 business hours. Lead grade pre-loaded on the quote form. Minimum order 5 x 20' FCL.