Plastic Rice Panic: Fact, Fiction, and What Really Matters0

• A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
• January 31, 2026

Key Update  Few food rumours spread as quickly as the claim of “plastic rice.” Viral videos showing grains that bounce, float, or react to fire often resurface online, triggering anxiety—especially in countries where rice is a daily staple. Is Plastic Rice Real? The rumour gained traction in the mid-2010s through social media and messaging platforms,