Abstract:The yellowing of rice during storage affects the appearance quality of rice.The yellowing of rice is related to factors such as storage temperature，time，gas composition，and microorganisms.Available studies have suggested that rice yellowing is related to grain storage heating and respiratory heat，and it is the result of the combined action of primary metabolism and secondary metabolism.In addition，the Maillard reaction is also a cause of yellowing.The research progress in the influencing factors and mechanisms of rice yellowing were reviewed，with a view of providing ideas and a theoretical basis for the control of rice yellowing in commercial storage.