Parent Product
Cashew Kernel
HS Code
080132
Last Updated
2026-06-11
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Cashew Kernel SW320 market coverage spans 129 countries.
- 160 exporter companies and 235 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 280 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 6 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-11.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Cashew Kernel SW320
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Cashew Kernel SW320 Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Cashew Kernel SW320: Singapore (+16.5%), United Arab Emirates (+9.3%), India (+4.3%).
Cashew Kernel SW320 Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2025-12, countries with visible Cashew Kernel SW320 transaction unit prices: India (10.69 USD / kg), Indonesia (7.43 USD / kg), Benin (6.38 USD / kg), Vietnam (6.02 USD / kg), United Arab Emirates (5.18 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | +3.3% | 194 | 6.20 USD / kg (75,415.2 kg) | 5.97 USD / kg (531,297.322 kg) | 5.84 USD / kg (471,310.77 kg) | 5.74 USD / kg (425,807.598 kg) | 6.17 USD / kg (375,333.558 kg) | 6.02 USD / kg (413,732.664 kg) | ||||||
| India | +4.3% | 75 | 7.94 USD / kg (23,072.96 kg) | 8.55 USD / kg (53,889.64 kg) | 7.98 USD / kg (48,454.16 kg) | 7.78 USD / kg (84,906 kg) | 7.35 USD / kg (62,209.48 kg) | 10.69 USD / kg (-) | ||||||
| Benin | 0.0% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 6.38 USD / kg (2,086.523 kg) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | +9.3% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.18 USD / kg (9,457.56 kg) | ||||||
| Indonesia | +1.6% | 5 | - (-) | - (-) | 7.43 USD / kg (16,896.6 kg) | 7.43 USD / kg (13,608 kg) | - (-) | 7.43 USD / kg (14,628.6 kg) | ||||||
| Singapore | +16.5% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | 6.50 USD / kg (10,206 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Cashew Kernel SW320 Global Supply Chain Coverage
395 companies
160 exporters and 235 importers are mapped for Cashew Kernel SW320.
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Cashew Kernel SW320 Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
160 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Cashew Kernel SW320. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Cashew Kernel SW320 Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Tanzania)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Cashew Kernel, Cashew Kernel SW320
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-11
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Nepal
Supplying Products: Cashew Kernel, Cashew Kernel SW320
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Cashew Kernel, Cashew Kernel SW320
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingOthers
Exporting Countries: Malaysia, Bahrain
Supplying Products: Cashew Kernel, Cashew Kernel WW320, Cashew Kernel SW320 +2
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingLogisticsRetailTrade
Exporting Countries: United Arab Emirates, Sweden
Supplying Products: Cashew Kernel, Cashew Kernel WW320, Cashew Kernel SW320 +1
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore
Supplying Products: Cashew Kernel, Cashew Kernel WW320, Cashew Kernel SW320 +2
Cashew Kernel SW320 Global Exporter Coverage
160 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Cashew Kernel SW320 (HS Code 080132) in 2024
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| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 44,957,595 kg | 296,304,815.805 USD |
| 2 | India | 41,113,770 kg | 295,752,465.202 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 14,688,189 kg | 108,910,009.437 USD |
| 4 | Turkiye | 7,053,189 kg | 44,436,774 USD |
| 5 | Brazil | 7,554,571.529 kg | 43,853,813 USD |
| 6 | Spain | 2,816,779.78 kg | 19,395,701.318 USD |
| 7 | Myanmar [Burma] | 2,022,610 kg | 19,120,932.207 USD |
| 8 | United States | 2,778,413 kg | 18,762,430 USD |
| 9 | Burkina Faso | 3,781,304 kg | 12,923,535.168 USD |
| 10 | Thailand | 1,298,807 kg | 11,275,829.91 USD |
Cashew Kernel SW320 Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Cashew Kernel SW320 Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
235 importer companies are mapped for Cashew Kernel SW320 demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Cashew Kernel SW320 Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Italy)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-12
Industries: Crop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Macedonia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United Kingdom)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Czechia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Food WholesalersFreight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
235 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Cashew Kernel SW320.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Cashew Kernel SW320 (HS Code 080132) in 2024
For Cashew Kernel SW320 in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 176,426,089 kg | 1,073,429,577 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 52,799,903.943 kg | 326,946,366.941 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 49,852,613 kg | 316,155,212.348 USD |
| 4 | Turkiye | 28,058,266 kg | 167,923,108 USD |
| 5 | Australia | 18,106,046.68 kg | 100,687,264.387 USD |
| 6 | Italy | 18,045,916 kg | 89,240,491.658 USD |
| 7 | Canada | 16,021,102.583 kg | 89,127,798.613 USD |
| 8 | Poland | 13,099,279.716 kg | 84,794,269 USD |
| 9 | Japan | 12,331,725 kg | 80,301,000.68 USD |
| 10 | Thailand | 13,307,586 kg | 70,355,993.34 USD |
Cashew Kernel SW320 Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormDried (Shelled Kernel)
Industry PositionFood Ingredient (Semi-processed Agricultural Product)
Market
Cashew kernel SW320 (Scorched Whole 320) is a standardized, internationally traded cashew-kernel grade used in snack, confectionery, and ingredient supply chains. Upstream raw cashew nut production is concentrated in West Africa and South/Southeast Asia, while industrial-scale kernel processing and exports are strongly associated with Vietnam and India. Major import demand is centered in the United States and the European Union, with additional demand in China and Gulf re-export/consumption hubs. Trade performance and pricing are sensitive to raw nut crop outcomes, processing capacity utilization, and quality/food-safety compliance for low-moisture foods.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- Ivory CoastMajor raw cashew nut producer supplying global processing chains; domestic processing capacity has been expanding.
- IndiaLarge producer and major processor of cashew kernels for domestic and export markets.
- VietnamMajor processing hub for cashew kernels; relies on both domestic supply and imported raw cashew nuts.
- TanzaniaSignificant African raw cashew nut producer supplying export markets.
- NigeriaLarge raw cashew nut producer with growing role in regional supply chains.
- BeninImportant West African raw cashew nut origin supplying export processing chains.
Major Exporting Countries
- VietnamLeading global exporter of shelled cashew kernels (HS 080132) in many trade datasets.
- IndiaMajor exporter of shelled cashew kernels and a key processing origin in global trade.
- BrazilEstablished exporter with seasonal supply from South America.
- Ivory CoastIncreasing kernel exports as local processing expands; also a major raw nut origin for offshore processing.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesOne of the largest import markets for shelled cashew kernels for retail and ingredient use.
- GermanyMajor EU import market for cashew kernels and nut ingredients.
- NetherlandsEU gateway market with re-export/distribution role.
- ChinaLarge import market for snack and ingredient applications.
- United Arab EmiratesRegional trading and re-export hub for nut imports.
Supply Calendar
- West Africa (e.g., Côte d’Ivoire, Benin, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Nigeria):Feb, Mar, Apr, MayMain raw cashew nut harvest and marketing window feeding global processing supply.
- India:Feb, Mar, Apr, MayPrimary harvest window; kernels enter export channels following drying and processing.
- Vietnam and Cambodia:Feb, Mar, AprRegional harvest overlaps with peak processing season; processing also depends on imported raw nuts.
- East Africa (e.g., Tanzania, Mozambique):Oct, Nov, Dec, JanCounter-seasonal raw nut supply window relative to South/Southeast Asia.
- Brazil:Sep, Oct, Nov, DecSouth American supply window supporting diversification for some buyers.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Whole cashew kernels with a light brown to yellowish appearance consistent with “scorched whole” grades
- Size grade designation “320” typically refers to a mid-size whole-kernel count class used in international trade nomenclature
- Clean, sound kernels free from living insects and visible contamination are expected in commercial specifications
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture content is commonly specified and controlled for shelled cashew kernels; ISO 6477:1988 sets a maximum moisture requirement
- Freedom from rancidity is a common quality expectation given cashew’s fat content and oxidative susceptibility
Grades
- International trade commonly references standardized grade designations for cashew kernels (e.g., whole/white, whole/scorched, dessert, and pieces categories) as covered in ISO 6477:1988
- SW320: Scorched Whole kernels in the 320 count class (trade designation used alongside other whole grades such as W/WW320)
Packaging
- Moisture- and oxygen-barrier packaging (e.g., sealed tins or barrier pouches) is common for export shipments to protect quality
- Use of inert gas flushing is referenced in international specification guidance for cashew kernels to reduce oxidation risk
ProcessingUsed as a direct-consumption snack kernel after downstream roasting/salting/seasoning or as an inclusion/ingredient in confectionery and bakeryMay be further processed into pieces, granules, or paste/butter depending on buyer applications
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Raw cashew nut harvest and drying at origin → aggregation/export of raw nuts → industrial processing (steam/heat treatment for shelling → shell removal → kernel drying → peeling → grading) → export packing → containerized shipping → importing roasters/ingredient users → retail and food manufacturing
Demand Drivers
- Global snack-nut consumption and premiumization in retail channels
- Ingredient demand from confectionery, bakery, and cereal/granola manufacturers
- Growth in plant-based formulations using nuts for texture and fat/protein contribution
Temperature
- Generally shipped as a low-moisture product but quality is sensitive to heat exposure and moisture uptake; cool, dry storage reduces rancidity and mold risk
- Avoid strong-odor co-loading due to odor absorption potential in nut kernels
Atmosphere Control
- Barrier packaging with vacuum or inert gas flushing is commonly used to limit oxygen exposure and slow oxidative rancidity in storage and transit
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is primarily limited by oxidative rancidity and moisture ingress; effective oxygen and moisture barriers materially extend storage stability
Risks
Supply Concentration HighGlobal availability of export-grade cashew kernels (including SW320) can be disrupted by bottlenecks in a relatively concentrated processing/export system, where Vietnam and India play outsized roles in kernel processing and trade. Shocks to processing throughput (labor availability, energy reliability, logistics constraints) or interruptions in raw nut inflows from West Africa can rapidly tighten supply and increase price volatility for standardized grades.Diversify approved origins and processors (including multi-country qualification), contract for staggered shipment windows across harvest seasons, and maintain contingency inventory for key grades.
Food Safety HighCashew kernels are low-moisture foods that can still carry microbial hazards (notably Salmonella) if post-process contamination occurs; outbreaks and recalls in low-moisture foods can trigger rapid import controls, customer rejections, and brand damage.Apply Codex-aligned hygienic design and environmental monitoring for low-moisture foods, validate lethality steps where applicable (e.g., roasting by downstream users), and enforce strict foreign-matter and sanitation controls from packing through loading.
Quality Degradation MediumMoisture ingress, temperature abuse, or oxygen exposure can accelerate rancidity, off-flavors, and mold risk, leading to downgrades or rejection—especially for whole-kernel grades where appearance and flavor are critical.Use verified barrier packaging, control container humidity/temperature exposure, and specify objective incoming QC checks (moisture, sensory, and defect tolerances) aligned to ISO-based specifications.
Regulatory Compliance MediumImport markets may enforce strict limits and documentation for contaminants relevant to nuts (e.g., mycotoxins), pesticide residues, allergens labeling, and hygiene expectations; non-compliance can cause detentions or delistings.Maintain market-specific compliance matrices (EU/US/China/Gulf), require accredited lab COAs as appropriate, and implement supplier approval and traceability programs.
Climate MediumRaw cashew nut output is sensitive to weather variability across major producing zones (West Africa and South/Southeast Asia). Poor flowering conditions or drought can reduce kernel outturn and shift grade yields, affecting availability of standardized whole-kernel grades like SW320.Monitor crop intelligence in major origins, diversify raw-nut sourcing regions feeding processors, and use flexible contracting to manage grade-mix variability.
Sustainability
- Land-use change risk in expanding cashew-producing regions (context-specific; requires origin-level due diligence)
- Byproduct management and environmental handling of cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL) and shells in processing regions
- Climate variability (rainfall timing, drought, and heat stress) affecting raw cashew nut yields and quality in major producing belts
Labor & Social
- Occupational health and safety risks in processing, including exposure to caustic cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL) and heat-related hazards if controls and PPE are inadequate
- Labor-standards and traceability scrutiny in global nut supply chains (e.g., recruitment practices, working hours, and audit readiness in processing facilities)
FAQ
What does “SW320” mean for cashew kernels?SW320 is a trade grade meaning “Scorched Whole 320”: whole (unbroken) cashew kernels with a slightly browned (scorched) appearance, in the commonly traded “320” size/count class used in international grading systems.
Why is moisture control a key requirement for cashew kernel trade?Moisture control is central because it affects safety and quality—higher moisture increases mold risk and can accelerate quality loss in storage. International specification guidance for cashew kernels includes moisture requirements (e.g., ISO 6477:1988) and low-moisture food hygiene guidance (Codex CXC 75-2015) emphasizes controls to prevent contamination and deterioration.
Which countries are most important in global cashew kernel exports and trade?Vietnam and India are widely identified as key processing and exporting countries for shelled cashew kernels in global trade datasets, with additional exports from origins such as Brazil and a growing role for West African processors as local capacity expands.
Cashew Kernel SW320 Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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India
United States
Vietnam
Ivory Coast
Germany
Netherlands
China
Nigeria
Burkina Faso
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
Thailand
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