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White rice is the most commonly eaten type of rice, but milling removes the bran and germ, along with most of the fiber. Brown rice is a whole grain: only the inedible hull is removed, so the bran and germ stay on. Below are five organic brown rices, plus what to know about arsenic, which brown rice holds more of than white.Disclaimer: This article is general information, not medical or nutrition advice.
Key Specs Compared
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| # | Form | Size | Stated certifications | Gluten-free |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Whole grain | 400 Ounce | USDA Organic, Non-GMO, Kosher | Yes |
| 2 | Whole grain | 400 Ounce | USDA Organic, Non-GMO, Kosher | Not stated |
| 3 | Whole grain | 32 Ounce | USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, Kosher | Yes |
| 4 | Whole grain | 35.27 Ounce | USDA Organic (per listing) | Not stated |
| 5 | Sprouted, parboiled | 17.64 Ounce | USDA Organic (per listing) | Not stated |
– = not stated on the Amazon listing · Specs and certifications as stated by the listing, not tested or verified by us; check the listing before you buy
Brown Rice label basics
Is organic Brown Rice good for you?
- A whole grain – Dietary guidelines advise making at least half your grains whole, and brown rice counts.[4]
- Gluten Free – Brown rice is a naturally gluten-free choice.
Brown vs White Rice – Which is Better for Your Health?
- Nutrients – Brown rice keeps the bran and germ, so it has more fiber and minerals than white rice. Most white rice sold in the U.S. is enriched with iron and some B vitamins, but the fiber isn’t added back.
- Arsenic – The trade-off is that arsenic collects in the outer layers, so brown rice has more of it than white (see below).
Brown Rice and Arsenic
Rice takes up more arsenic from soil and water than most grains, and the arsenic concentrates in the bran. Consumer Reports’ tests found brown rice had about 80% more inorganic arsenic on average than white rice of the same type, and that organic rice takes up arsenic the same way conventional rice does.[5] You don’t need to give up brown rice, but a few habits help:- Vary your grains. Quinoa, barley, millet, buckwheat and oats add variety and are lower in arsenic.[5]
- Cook it like pasta. In FDA tests, cooking brown rice in plenty of extra water and draining it cut inorganic arsenic by about half, with smaller nutrient losses than for enriched white rice.[6]
- Brown basmati from California, India or Pakistan tested about a third lower in inorganic arsenic than other brown rices.[5]
- The FDA monitors arsenic in rice and other foods, including infant rice cereal, and publishes its test results.[7]
What the Research Says
Dietary guidelines recommend a healthy eating pattern built on vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins and healthy oils, with limits on added sugar, sodium and saturated fat.[4] Organic certification covers how food is grown and processed, not its nutrition.[2]How We Chose These Products
We don’t test products hands-on. We compared labels and listings: the USDA Organic seal [2], ingredients and added sugar, size, and price per ounce. All five picks carry an organic claim on their listings. On October 18, 2026 we searched FDA recall records for these brands [8][9] and found no recalls. Brands don’t pay to be included, though we may earn a commission from purchases.Our Organic Brown Rice Picks
1
Doguets® Organic Brown Rice Organic long-grain brown rice, 25lb
- Organic Long Grain Brown Rice.
- Listing details: 25 lb; USDA Organic; Non-GMO; Kosher; gluten-free.
- A half cup of cooked brown rice counts as one ounce-equivalent of whole grains.[4]
2
Food to Live® Brown Jasmine Rice Organic whole-grain brown jasmine rice, 25lb
- Food to Live Organic Brown Jasmine Rice.
- Listing details: 25 lb (also sold in smaller bags); USDA Organic; Non-GMO; Kosher; Thai jasmine, packed in the USA.
- The listing’s own cooking method is the excess-water one: boil in plenty of water, drain, then steam.
3
4Sisters® Organic Brown Rice USDA Organic long-grain brown rice, 2lb
- 4Sisters Organic Brown Rice.
- Listing details: Long Grain Whole Grain Brown Rice; 2 lb Bag; Grown in USA; Non-GMO Project Verified.[10]
- Grown and milled on the family’s farm in Louisiana; USDA Organic and gluten-free.
4
Buy Whole Foods® Basmati Brown Rice Organic basmati brown rice, 1kg bag
- Buy Whole Foods Organic Basmati Brown Rice (1kg).
- Listing details: 1 kg (35.27 oz); organic brown basmati grown in India; USDA Organic badge on the listing.
- Rinse, then simmer on medium heat for 25 mins, drain, and let stand with the lid on for 5 mins.
5
Minvita® Sprouted GABA Rice Organic sprouted jasmine rice, 500g bag
- Minvita Organic Sprouted GABA Rice Jasmine.
- Listing details: 500 g (1.1 lb); organic germinated (sprouted) Thai jasmine brown rice, parboiled after sprouting; USDA Organic badge on the listing.
Index Table: Organic Brown Rice Compared
| No. | Product | Image | Features | Brand |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Doguets Organic Brown Rice - Organic long-grain brown rice, 25lb |  |
| Doguets |
| 2 | Food to Live Brown Jasmine Rice - Organic whole-grain brown jasmine rice, 25lb |  |
| Food to Live |
| 3 | 4Sisters Organic Brown Rice - USDA Organic long-grain brown rice, 2lb |  |
| 4Sisters |
| 4 | Buy Whole Foods Basmati Brown Rice - Organic basmati brown rice, 1kg bag |  |
| Buy Whole Foods |
| 5 | Minvita Sprouted GABA Rice - Organic sprouted jasmine rice, 500g bag |  |
| Minvita |
Sources
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration. How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label. Accessed October 16, 2026.
- USDA Agricultural Marketing Service. Organic Labeling Standards. Accessed October 16, 2026.
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Food Allergies: What You Need to Know. Accessed October 16, 2026.
- Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025. Accessed October 16, 2026.
- Consumer Reports. How Much Arsenic Is in Your Rice? (Which Rice Has the Least Arsenic?). Accessed October 18, 2026.
- Gray PJ, Conklin SD, Todorov TI, Kasko SM (U.S. FDA). Food Additives & Contaminants Part A, 2016. Cooking rice in excess water reduces both arsenic and enriched vitamins in the cooked grain. Accessed October 18, 2026.
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Arsenic in Food and Dietary Supplements. Accessed October 18, 2026.
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts. Accessed October 16, 2026.
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA. Food Recall Enforcement Reports (searched October 18, 2026). Accessed October 18, 2026.
- Non-GMO Project. Non-GMO Project Verified. Accessed October 16, 2026.
Update History
- Oct 2026: No products removed (all five listings claim organic); added an arsenic section (Consumer Reports, FDA); corrected white-rice and weight-gain lines; Key Specs updated (Food to Live is USDA Organic; Minvita is sprouted and parboiled); Sources (FDA, USDA AMS, Dietary Guidelines, Non-GMO Project, Consumer Reports, openFDA)
- Jun 2021: Added 4Sisters Organic Brown Rice
- Apr 2021: First published
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