Grain Classification at Ipasai: how it works, our process, and why choose us
Grain classification is the process of identifying the extrinsic and intrinsic characteristics of a plant-based product, as well as its economically valuable by-products and residues. This process follows internationally recognized technical and regulatory standards, which define the group, class, and type of the product.
India is among the world’s leading grain producers, alongside countries like Brazil, China, and the United States. Therefore, proper grain classification is essential to ensure quality, standardization, and commercial value, especially in export operations and international trade.
What is grain grading?
Grain grading defines the quality of a product through analysis and comparison of a sample.
The objective is to identify the extrinsic and intrinsic characteristics of the grains in order to compare them with the standards required by the consumer.
It is worth noting that grain quality is an essential parameter for its commercialization and processing, and it can even affect the final value of the product.
Why is this classification important?
When a producer sells grains to cooperatives, grain traders, or even industries, the lot must meet the criteria outlined in the grain grading manual.
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This means it must comply with quality prerequisites to ensure a proper process. If the criteria are not met, some discounts may be applied to the lot.
Having standardization helps in several ways, such as:
-establishing a fair price for the producer;
-setting minimum prices, which help stabilize the market;
-facilitating the financing of products;
-reducing product fraud;
-managing the static inventories of commodities.
The most common criteria used in classification