Product Overview

For nut importers, snack manufacturers, roasters, confectionery producers, and food distributors requiring a widely traded commercial cashew grade, W320 raw cashew kernels offer a consistent whole-kernel format for multiple food applications. The kernels have a characteristic crescent or kidney shape with a smooth surface and pale ivory to light cream color. Their texture is firm and crisp when raw, becoming richer and more aromatic after roasting, while the flavor remains mild, creamy, and naturally nutty. W320 is particularly suited to roasted snack packs, flavored nuts, confectionery, bakery inclusions, nut mixes, sauces, dairy alternatives, and further processing into cashew paste or butter. Whole kernels can also be graded, roasted, salted, coated, or repacked for retail programs. For B2B buyers, the standardized commercial grade, broad market acceptance, efficient bulk handling, good dry-storage stability, and strong application versatility support scalable sourcing across snack, ingredient, foodservice, and retail channels.

Key Features

1. W320 Whole Grade — Recognized commercial cashew grade offering a balanced whole-kernel size for mainstream retail and processing.
2. Creamy Ivory Color — Pale natural appearance supports premium presentation in snack packs, confectionery, and nut mixes.
3. Curved Whole Kernels — Characteristic kidney shape provides strong visual consistency for whole-nut applications.
4. Mild Creamy Flavor — Naturally rich and buttery taste develops further during roasting and seasoning.
5. Firm Raw Texture — Whole kernels retain useful structural integrity during handling, roasting, coating, and repacking.
6. Application Versatility — Suitable for snacks, bakery, confectionery, sauces, nut butter, plant-based products, and foodservice.
7. Bulk Storage Friendly — Low-moisture dry format supports efficient warehousing when protected from heat and humidity.
8. Wholesale Supply Ready — Suitable for vacuum packs, lined cartons, tins, or export-grade bulk packaging.

Specifications

1. Product Type: Raw Cashew Kernels
2. Grade: W320
3. Form: Whole kernels
4. Color: White to pale ivory
5. Processing Method: Shelled, peeled, cleaned, and graded
6. Kernel Count: Approx. 300-320 kernels per pound
7. Moisture Content: Approx. 3-5%
8. Size/Style: Standard whole W320 grade
9. Packaging: Vacuum-packed inner bag with tin or export carton
10. Bulk Pack Weight: Typically 10-25 kg, depending on buyer requirement
11. Shelf Life: Approx. 12-18 months under suitable sealed storage
12. Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat, strong odors, pests, and direct sunlight