Grades of Rice Bran Oil (as per Indian Standard)

i)

Refined Grade:

ii)

The material of refined grade is suitable for edible purposes. Raw Grade 1: The material here is suitable for making vanaspati and refined oil and not for direct human consumption.

iii) Raw Grade 2:

The material here is suitable for industrial purposes. The refined rice bran oil shall be obtained from solvent extracted oil, neutralized with alkali, bleached with earth or activated carbon or both, and deodorized with steam or by other approved refining method. Alternatively, de-acidification, bleaching and deodorization may be done by physical means. The materials shall be clear and free from rancidity, adulterants, sediment, suspended and other foreign matter, separated water and added colouring and flavouring substances.