India’s brown rice exports to UK set to rise after free trade pact
India’s brown rice exports to the UK may rise beyond 45% market share after the India-UK FTA, provided exporters meet stricter MRL standards. In 2024, India shipped \$152.13 million worth to the UK, ahead of Pakistan’s 36.6%. The UK imported \$334.95 million, offering strong growth potential.
Following the India-UK free trade agreement (FTA), India’s brown rice exports to the United Kingdom are expected to rise, potentially pushing its market share beyond the current 45 per cent. However, this growth hinges on Indian exporters’ ability to adhere to the UK’s stricter Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) standards, as the country is preparing to adopt quality norms similar to those of the European Union (EU).
“The India-UK FTA is a strategic milestone for India’s husked or brown rice (HS code 100620), as it offers a significant edge in expanding its share in the high-value UK market,” a senior official stated. Trade sources predict that India’s market share could exceed 50 per cent over the next 3-4 years.
India, the world’s fourth-largest exporter of brown rice, shipped $152.13 million worth of the variety to the UK in 2024, securing a 45.46 per cent market share. This was followed by Pakistan at 36.6 per cent and Uruguay at 10.59 per cent. The UK, the world’s second-largest brown rice importer, purchased $334.95 million in 2024, highlighting the market’s potential for India.
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Source : The Hindu Business line
