Semi-Whole Rice
Also known as: semi-wholemeal rice
A whole/partial-whole grain food with more fiber, B vitamins, and minerals than refined white rice. Long-term arsenic exposure is the primary trace contaminant concern in rice generally.
What it is
Partially milled rice (riz semi-complet) where part of the bran layer is retained; intermediate between brown and white rice.
Staple cereal grain; cooked as accompaniment, used in pilafs and risottos.
Why it's flagged
- inorganic arsenic (background contaminant in rice)
What regulators actually say
"FDA finalized an action level of 100 ppb for inorganic arsenic in infant rice cereal."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole/partial whole grain; FDA action level for inorganic arsenic in infant rice cereal of 100 ppb.
European Union — EFSA
Maximum levels for inorganic arsenic in rice set by Regulation (EU) 2023/915.
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