Hands-on export experience across Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Tanzania, Mozambique, Vietnam, and India.
25 & 50 lbs vacuum bags flushed with CO2 only or a mixture of CO2 and N2 to preserve peak quality.
Inspection, quality, and loading certificates provided by SGS, RBS, Cotecna, or client-preferred agencies.
Cashew Kernels represent one of the most prized and globally traded tree nuts, valued for their rich, buttery flavor, nutritional density, and versatility across culinary applications. From gourmet kitchens and high-end confectioneries to large-scale food manufacturing and retail snack brands, cashew kernels are a staple ingredient trusted by food companies worldwide.
Our Cashew Kernels are carefully processed from premium Raw Cashew Nuts sourced directly from established growing regions across Africa and Asia. The process begins with steaming the unshelled nut to soften its outer shell, which is then precisely cut open to extract the kernel intact. The kernel is subsequently dried to loosen its skin, which is delicately peeled away to reveal the clean, whole kernel beneath. Whole kernels are rigorously graded by size and colour to meet international specifications, while pieces are chopped to exact required dimensions. Each batch passes through a comprehensive final quality control process, including metal detection, before being packed under vacuum to lock in freshness, flavour, and nutritional value.
We have extensive, hands-on experience in the export of Cashew Kernels sourced from Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Tanzania, Mozambique, Vietnam, and India. Our deep-rooted relationships with procurement networks across these regions, combined with stringent quality controls at every stage, have earned us a trusted reputation as a consistent and reliable supplier to some of the most discerning food companies across the globe.
| Country / Region | Production (MT / Year) | Relative Volume |
|---|---|---|
| India | ~900,000 MT | |
| Vietnam | ~650,000 MT | |
| Ivory Coast | ~80,000 MT | |
| Tanzania | ~45,000 MT | |
| Mozambique | ~30,000 MT | |
| Nigeria | ~20,000 MT |
Figure 1 - Approximate annual processed cashew kernel output by origin country
| Origin / Region | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | – | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ivory Coast | – | – | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | – |
| Tanzania | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Mozambique | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Vietnam | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| India | – | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
The following standard grades are available for local and export markets:
Extra Large Whole cashew kernels meeting international export specifications.
Large Whole (most popular grade globally) with balanced presentation and yield.
Medium Whole kernels suited for food service, snack lines, and confectionery.
Large White Pieces sorted to exact dimensions for confectionery and food manufacturing.
Small White Pieces ideal for baked goods, confectionery bars, and toppings.
Broken into two equal halves, maintaining high texture and flavor.
Butts, Baby Bits, and Small Pieces utilized in food manufacturing and pastes.
Third-party inspection, quality, and loading certificates are available from SGS, RBS, Cotecna, or any other agency upon client request, ensuring verified quality and quantity at the point of shipment.
Tell us your requirement, destination, timeline and quantity, and our team will respond with the next steps.