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Find 3,411 Rice Buying Leads, RFQs from 3,338 Buyers & Importers in United Arab Emirates
Sell Rice to distributors, wholesalers and retailers in the United Arab Emirates by reading their buying requests on Freshdi.
On Freshdi, buyers in the United Arab Emirates have posted 3,411 buying leads for Rice, as of November 2026. Rice buyers in the United Arab Emirates ask for delivery to ports such as Jebel Ali (United Arab Emirates) and Dubai (United Arab Emirates).
Key Facts on Rice Wholesale Buyers in the United Arab Emirates
Rice wholesale buyers in the United Arab Emirates on Freshdi at a glance.
- Rice buyers & importers3,338
- Verified buyers31
- Origins buyers ask forIndia 28%, Indonesia 7%
- Latest buying requestNov 14, 2026
Where to Sell Rice to Distributors in the United Arab Emirates
What do Rice distributors and retailers in the UAE want?
- Popular grades among buyers include Basmati, Organic, Irri 6, Glutinous
- Typical order sizes run from 9.5 MT to 500 MT
What are Rice distributors in the UAE asking for now?
- 34 Rice buying requests posted in the last 30 days
- 2 requests tagged Hot Buyer
- 1.8 supplier quotations per request on average
How to read a Rice buying request
- A Verified badge, which means Freshdi verified the Rice buyer's email, phone number or company documents
- Whether the Rice request is Confirmed (the buyer is still sourcing) and Hot Buyer tags for verified buyers looking to buy now
- Quantity, trade term, destination port and payment term of the Rice request
- The quotations already sent on each Rice request
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Figures from Rice RFQs and buyer profiles on Freshdi, updated Nov 14, 2026.
Quotations Received 1/15
Quantity
50 MT
Payment Term
Other, T/T
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA)
We are currently looking for high-quality Sona Masoori Rice steam- Premium quality suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 50 MT Destination port: Jebel Ali, United, Ae (JEA) Trade term: CIF Payment term: T/T, Other Lead time: sep 10, 2026 day(s) Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.
We are currently looking for high-quality Sona Masoori Rice steam- Premium quality suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 50 MT Destination port: Jebel Ali, United, Ae (JEA) Trade term: CIF Payment term: T/T, Other Lead time: sep 10, 2026 day(s) Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.
RFQ
Confirmed
Quotations Received 2/20
Confirmed
Quantity
5 40-foot Container
Payment Term
T/T
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA)
We are currently looking for high-quality 1121 Steam Rice suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 5 40-foot Container Destination port: Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA) Trade term: CIF Payment term: Other Ship to: United Arab Emirates Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.
Usually replies within 3 days · 36% response rate
Quotations Received 5/15
Confirmed
Quantity
26 MT
Payment Term
T/T
Trade Term
FOB
Destination Port
Dubai, United Arab, Ae (DXB)
We are currently looking for high-quality 1509 WHITE SELLA BASMATI RICE 100% INDIA ORIGIN suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 26 MT Destination port: Dubai, United Arab, Ae (DXB) Trade term: FOB Payment term: T/T Ship to: United Arab Emirates Product Origin: 100% India Origin Delivery Time: 15 Days After Confirmation Supply Capacity: 2000 Ton Per Week Packaging Options: 50 Kg, 25 Kg, 5 Kg With 20kg Master Pp Bag Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference. Product Specification – 1509 Steam Basmati Rice Product: Basmati Rice Variety: 1509 Steam Grain Length: 8.3 mm Moisture: Maximum 12.5% Broken Percentage: Maximum 1% Colour Preference: Light Yellow Packing: 40 kg PP Bags Quantity: 1 × 20 ft Container
Quotations Received 2/20
Quantity
5 20-foot Container
Payment Term
Other
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA)
We are currently looking for high-quality Sonamasuri steam rice, basmati rice suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 5 20-foot Container Destination port: Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA) Trade term: CIF Payment term: Other Preferred supplier countries: India Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.
We are currently looking for high-quality Sonamasuri steam rice, basmati rice suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 5 20-foot Container Destination port: Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA) Trade term: CIF Payment term: Other Preferred supplier countries: India Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.
Usually replies within 3 days · 14% response rate
RFQ
Quantity
5 20-foot Container
Payment Term
L/C, T/T
Trade Term
CIF, FOB
Destination Port
Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA)
Dear Suppliers, We are currently looking to purchase the following product: Product Name: Rice Quantity: 5 20-foot Containers Trade Term: FOB or CIF Shipping Method: Sea freight Payment Term: T/T or L/C Destination Port: Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates (JEA) Lead Time: 5 days Kindly provide us with your quotation including the target unit price, maximum budget, and details on the shipping method for the specified trade terms. We appreciate your prompt response with the necessary information. Thank you.
Usually replies within a week
RFQ
Quantity
100 Tons
Payment Term
Other
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
Jabel ali
Dear Suppliers, We are currently seeking reliable suppliers for the following product: Product Name: Rice Quantity: 100 Tons Trade Term: CIF Payment Term: To be Discussed Destination Port: Jebel Ali, UAE We kindly request you to provide us with the following additional information: - Target Unit Price: - Maximum Budget: - Shipping Method: - Lead Time: We appreciate your prompt attention to this request. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Best regards,
Dear Suppliers, We are currently seeking reliable suppliers for the following product: Product Name: Rice Quantity: 100 Tons Trade Term: CIF Payment Term: To be Discussed Destination Port: Jebel Ali, UAE We kindly request you to provide us with the following additional information: - Target Unit Price: - Maximum Budget: - Shipping Method: - Lead Time: We appreciate your prompt attention to this request. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Best regards,
Usually replies within a week · 3% response rate
RFQ
Confirmed
Confirmed
Quantity
1 20-foot Container
Payment Term
Other
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA)
We are currently looking for high-quality SONA MASOORI STEAM RICE suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 1 20-foot Container Destination port: Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA) Trade term: CIF Payment term: Other Required documents: To be discussed Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.
RFQ
Confirmed
Confirmed
Quantity
1 20-foot Container
Payment Term
Negotiable
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA)
Dear suppliers, We are currently seeking a reliable supplier for the following product: Product Name: Sona Masoori Steam Rice Quantity: 1 20-foot Container Trade Term: CIF Shipping Method: Sea Freight Payment Term: Negotiable If you are able to supply this product, please provide us with the following information: - Target Unit Price: - Max Budget: - Destination Port: - Lead Time: We look forward to receiving your quotation at your earliest convenience. Thank you. Best regards,
Quotations Received 1/15
Confirmed
Quantity
1 MT
Payment Term
Other
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA)
We are currently looking for high-quality Steam Rice - Sona Masoori - Non Basmati - Gluten Free and Grade A Export Quality Rice suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 1 MT Destination port: Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA) Trade term: CIF Payment term: Other Ship to: United Arab Emirates Packaging: PP / PE bag Max. Moisture (%): 12-14% Moisture Content: 12-14% Packaging Options: 5 Kg, 10 Kg, 25 Kg, Or 50 Kg Bags Texture: 5%, Lightweight And Slightly Sticky Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.
Quotations Received 1/20
Quantity
500 Metric
Payment Term
Other
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
Dubai, United Arab, Ae (DXB)
We are currently looking for high-quality Basmati rice suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 500 Metric Destination port: Dubai, United Arab, Ae (DXB) Trade term: CIF Payment term: Other Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.
Usually replies within 24h · 17% response rate
Quotations Received 13/20
Quantity
400 40-foot Container
Payment Term
D/P, T/T
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA)
ATTENTION EXPORTERS & MANUFACTURERS Company: Alsidir Alakhdar Food Stuff Trading LLC Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates We are a foodstuff trading company engaged in import, distribution, and re-export across the UAE and GCC markets. We are looking for reliable manufacturers and direct exporters for long-term business cooperation. PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS Green Cardamom (8 mm+ Extra Bold) – 1 x 20FT Container Black Pepper 550 GL – 1 x 20FT Container Cumin Seeds (Singapore Quality / 99% Purity) – 1 x 20FT Container Cloves (Lal Pari / Handpicked) – 1 x 20FT Container Turmeric Whole Finger (Double Polish – Nizamabad Origin Preferred) – 2 x 20FT Containers Star Anise – 1 x 20FT Container Cassia – 1 x 20FT Container Dry Red Chilli (Teja S17) – 1 x 20FT Container Basmati steam rice 1121) – 1 x 20FT Container Fresh Goat Carcass (Namibia / Ethiopia Origin) – 12 MT Weekly by Air SHIPMENT TERMS • CIF Jebel Ali Port, UAE (Spices) • Air Shipment to UAE (Fresh Goat Carcass) SUPPLIERS ARE REQUESTED TO PROVIDE • Product Specifications • Product Photos • Country of Origin • Crop Year • Packing Details • Loading Port / Airport • MOQ • Production Capacity • Lead Time • Best CIF Price PAYMENT TERMS (IMPORTANT) For initial transactions, our company does not make advance payments. We offer the following payment options: OPTION 1 • 100% payment will be released via TT (Telegraphic Transfer) against scanned copies of the shipping documents, including the Sea Way Bill/Airway Bill and other relevant shipping documents. OPTION 2 • We will issue a guarantee cheque in the name of your representative/friend in Dubai as a security deposit for the total shipment value. • Upon receipt of the scanned shipping documents (including the Sea Way Bill/Airway Bill and other relevant documents), we will proceed with 100% payment via TT (Telegraphic Transfer). • Simultaneously, we request you to dispatch the original shipping documents by courier. • Once the full payment is received and confirmed, we will arrange to collect back the security cheque from your representative in Dubai. OPTION 3 • You confirm the order and prepare the shipment along with all shipping documents. • You personally bring the original documents to our office in Dubai. • We will provide a UAE Visit Visa and Air Ticket. • Upon verification of the original shipping documents, we will release payment via TT (Telegraphic Transfer). Only serious manufacturers and exporters who can work under the above payment terms are requested to contact us.
RFQ
Confirmed
Quotations Received 1/20
Confirmed
Quantity
25 Tons
Payment Term
T/T
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
khor fakkan
We are currently looking for high-quality basmati rice suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 25 Tons Destination port: khor fakkan Trade term: CIF Payment term: T/T Target price: USD 1100 Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.
Confirmed
Quantity
1 MT
Payment Term
T/T
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
United Arab Emirates
We are currently looking for high-quality Steam Rice - Sona Masoori - Non Basmati - Gluten Free and Grade A Export Quality Rice suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 1 MT Trade term: CIF Payment term: T/T Ship to: United Arab Emirates Max. Moisture (%): 12-14% Moisture Content: 12-14% Packaging Options: 5 Kg, 10 Kg, 25 Kg, Or 50 Kg Bags Texture: 5%, Lightweight And Slightly Sticky Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.
Usually replies within a week · 11% response rate
Confirmed
Quantity
To be discussed
Payment Term
D/P, T/T
Trade Term
CIF, FOB
Destination Port
Jebel Ali, UAE (JEA)
We are currently looking for reliable suppliers of high-quality Indian rice for import into the UAE market. The buyer is interested in 1121 Steam, 1509 Steam, and Sona Masoori Steam Rice and welcomes suppliers who can provide consistent quality and competitive pricing. Please provide your best quotation for delivery to Jebel Ali Port, UAE (JEA) based on CIF and FOB terms. Payment can be arranged through T/T or D/P, while the required documentation can be discussed with suitable suppliers. Suppliers are requested to share their unit/total price, available quantity, lead time, product specifications, packing options, catalogs, and applicable certificates for evaluation.
We are currently looking for reliable suppliers of high-quality Indian rice for import into the UAE market. The buyer is interested in 1121 Steam, 1509 Steam, and Sona Masoori Steam Rice and welcomes suppliers who can provide consistent quality and competitive pricing. Please provide your best quotation for delivery to Jebel Ali Port, UAE (JEA) based on CIF and FOB terms. Payment can be arranged through T/T or D/P, while the required documentation can be discussed with suitable suppliers. Suppliers are requested to share their unit/total price, available quantity, lead time, product specifications, packing options, catalogs, and applicable certificates for evaluation.
Usually replies within 3 days · 18% response rate
RFQ
Confirmed
Quotations Received 2/20
Confirmed
Quantity
125 Metric
Payment Term
T/T
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA)
We are currently looking for high-quality Basmati White Steam Rice 1121 suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 125 Metric Destination port: Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA) Trade term: CIF Payment term: T/T Ship to: United Arab Emirates Texture: Dry Purity: High Shelf Life: Long Term Origin: Sambhal, India Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.
Usually replies within 3 days · 36% response rate
Quantity
1000 Bag
Payment Term
L/C
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
damamm
We are interested in sourcing Basmati Rice products and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 1000 Bag Destination port: damamm Trade term: CIF Payment term: L/C Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or product photos for our reference, please share them.
Usually replies within 24h · 29% response rate
RFQ
Confirmed
Confirmed
Quantity
500 Tons
Payment Term
T/T
Trade Term
FOB
Destination Port
Riyadh
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RFQ
Confirmed
Quotations Received 1/20
Confirmed
Quantity
250 MT
Payment Term
D/P, L/C, T/T
Trade Term
CIF, FOB
Destination Port
Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA)
We are currently looking for high-quality Rice suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 100 20-foot Container Destination port: Jebel Ali, United Arab, Ae (JEA) Trade term: CIF, FOB Payment term: T/T, L/C, D/P Required documents: To be discussed Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.
Usually replies within 24h · 42% response rate
RFQ
Quantity
500 Tons
Payment Term
T/T
Trade Term
CIF
Destination Port
jabel ali port, dubai
we are having regular requirements for RICE,SPICES,FRUIT AND VEGETABLE
Quotations Received 2/15
Quantity
125 Tons
Payment Term
D/P
Trade Term
FOB
Destination Port
jebel ali uae
1509 steam basmati rice 125 mt 25 kg pp bags
What trade and payment terms do Rice importers request?
The usual terms of a Rice buying request on Freshdi are CIF (69%) for delivery and T/T (45%) for payment (November 2026 data). They are followed by FOB (20%) and D/P (12%). On CIF terms, the seller pays sea freight and insurance to the destination port, and the risk passes once the goods are loaded.
| Term | Type | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CIF | Incoterm | 69% |
| FOB | Incoterm | 20% |
| T/T | Payment term | 45% |
| D/P | Payment term | 12% |
| L/C | Payment term | 10% |
Quote or ask on the terms the other side uses most, and agree the Incoterm before the price.
What do Rice buying requests usually state?
As of November 2026, Rice buyers on Freshdi most often specify grades such as Basmati, Organic, Irri 6; and order size such as 9.5 MT to 500 MT. Many also state preferred origins such as India, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates; and destination ports such as Jebel Ali (United Arab Emirates), Dubai (United Arab Emirates), Jebel Ali. Exporters who address each point in their quotation make a Rice offer easier to accept.
| What buyers specify | What they ask for |
|---|---|
| Grades | Basmati, Organic, Irri 6, Glutinous |
| Order size | 9.5 MT to 500 MT |
| Preferred origins | India, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates |
| Destination ports | Jebel Ali (United Arab Emirates), Dubai (United Arab Emirates), Jebel Ali |
| Trade terms | CIF, FOB |
| Payment terms | T/T, D/P, L/C |
Answer each point of the request in your quotation, because buyers compare offers line by line.
Where does Rice sit in the product catalogue?
Rice is part of Grains on Freshdi, next to Animal Feed Grains, Assorted Grain Foodstuffs and Barnyard Millet.
| Category | Relation |
|---|---|
| Grains | Group it belongs to |
| Animal Feed Grains | Neighbouring category |
| Assorted Grain Foodstuffs | Neighbouring category |
| Barnyard Millet | Neighbouring category |
| Bulgarian Wheat | Neighbouring category |
| Bulk Food Staples | Neighbouring category |
| Bulk Grains | Neighbouring category |
| Bulk Millet | Neighbouring category |
Neighbouring categories often share suppliers and buyers, so they are worth a look.