Rice

With rice jobs performed all over the world USFGIS pride itself to be an expert and leader in rice.

USFGIS continues to build its success in the rice industry through offering our clients second to none services that deliver on versatility and convenience.

With experienced full time Rice Inspectors and Graders on staff, and an additional 30 well trained part time employees available throughout the season we safeguard your products throughout the supply chain.

In the USA or overseas, USFGIS offers a variety of rice inspection services:

Preload Inspection at Mills and Vessel Loading Supervision

Sampling of each lot representing shipment.
Constitute an overall composite sample from samples obtained.
Grade the composite sample in accordance with USDA No. 2 parameters
Test Weighing random bags representing shipment for average weights
Test Weighing at random empty polypropylene bags and record findings
Observe packing as defined
Record markings on bags, front and back, as defined
Photos of markings / packing
Retain Samples for a period of 90 days
Vessel Hold inspection at loading berth just prior to the commencement of loading
Hose test
Observe visual condition of cargo during the loading where accessible
Attendance throughout loading for supervision
Daily reporting and photos of loading operation
Time Log
Sealing of vessel holds upon completion of fumigation

Fumigation Services

Preload (spraying holds)
Post Load (re-circulation)

Grading and Analytical Services

Full Grade as per USDA parameters
Aflatoxin (B1)
Aflatoxins (total including B1)
Ochratoxin (A)
Deoxynivalenol
Zearalenone
Cadmium
Mercury
Lead
Arsenic
Iprodione carbendazim
Diazinon
Fipronil
Edifenphos
Oxadiazon
Benomyl
Propicanazole
Fenethion
Carbaryl
Cartap
Bacillus Cereous count
Mold count
GMO Free – Positive or Negative Result Only
Radiation
Dioxin
Phenolic compound

Certificates and Reports

Certificate of Analysis & Non GMO
Certificate of Inspection
Fumigation Certificate
Hatch Sealing Report
Health Certificate
Legalization of Certificates
Packing List
Phyto Sanitary Certificate
Test Report
Certificate of Origin
Hose Test Certificate
Hold Cleanliness Report
Daily Mill Update Reports including Grades & Weights
Daily Vessel Update Reports Supervision Quantity and Damages

Please contact us for detailed scope of services, pricing or any additional requests.