Rice Semolina
Rice semolina is a conventional whole-grain product, naturally gluten-free, and a refined or whole-grain carbohydrate. The principal nutritional consideration is inorganic arsenic, which can accumulate in rice; FDA has issued action level guidance for inorganic arsenic in infant rice cereals.
What it is
Coarsely milled rice grain (the rice equivalent of wheat semolina); a granular product from milling rice into a coarse meal.
Carbohydrate source and bulking ingredient in cereals, baby foods, baked goods, and batters; gluten-free.
Why it's flagged
- inorganic arsenic accumulation in rice
- primarily refined carbohydrate (low nutrient density depending on milling)
What regulators actually say
"FDA finalized an action level of 100 parts per billion (ppb) for inorganic arsenic in infant rice cereal."
"Rice flour, white, unenriched: Energy 366 kcal, Carbohydrate 80.1 g per 100 g."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Conventional food; FDA action level for inorganic arsenic in infant rice cereal is 100 ppb.
European Union — EFSA
Conventional food; EU Regulation 1881/2006 sets maximum levels for inorganic arsenic in rice (e.g., 0.10 mg/kg in infant foods).
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