Food safety is a top priority due to rising concerns about
counterfeit products in the market. One particularly notorious imposter is plastic rice
Plastic rice is not pure plastic but contains a notable amount of
synthetic polymers, made by blending a small portion of rice with plastic grains, posing health
risks if consumed
What is Plastic Rice?
There are three methods to test rice
The Water Test
Water test is a simple and effective way to determine if your rice is
the real deal or an imposter
The Boiling Test
Boiling test is another quick way to verify the authenticity of your
rice
The Flame Test
Flame test is a slightly more advanced but definitive method to
identify plastic rice
These tests are simple but effective for identifying plastic rice. Yet,
the best defence remains purchasing from reputable sources and being vigilant about your
food.