Product Overview

For commercial food processors, agricultural commodity importers, and nut shelling facilities, sourcing high-yield raw cashew nuts in shell is essential for optimizing processing margins and product quality. This batch features raw, unshelled cashew nuts displaying characteristic kidney-shaped contours with natural greyish-brown to mottled tan husks. The intact outer shells provide natural protection to the inner kernel, maintaining moisture equilibrium and preserving original sensory qualities throughout international transit. Perfectly suited for industrial mechanical shelling, steaming, and roasting operations, these raw nuts deliver high kernel outturn rates and uniform size distribution. Sourcing raw cashews in shell provides significant supply chain advantages, including extended shelf life, reduced risk of kernel degradation during shipping, lower overall landed costs, and maximum processing flexibility for producing premium whole kernels, splits, and roasted snack products.

Key Features

* Natural Shell Protection — Intact outer husk shields the internal kernel from environmental exposure, moisture fluctuations, and physical damage during bulk transport.

* Distinctive Kidney Shape — Uniform, well-developed nut structure ensures smooth feeding through standard mechanical shelling and deshelling equipment.

* High Kernel Yield — Excellent outturn potential designed to maximize usable kernel recovery rates for industrial processing facilities.

* Earthy Natural Appearance — Raw, unpolished husks with natural color variation indicate authentic, unrefined raw agricultural harvest.

* Bulk Storage Stability — Low internal kernel moisture content allows for extended warehouse storage without rapid quality degradation.

* Versatile Processing Application — Ideal base commodity for producing whole kernel grades, roasted snacks, cashew butter, and confectionery ingredients.

* Optimized Shipping Format — Dense bulk packing format maximizes container load efficiency and minimizes international freight costs per metric ton.

Specifications

* Product Type: Raw Cashew Nuts (RCN)

* Form/Style: In Shell, Whole

* Processing Method: Sun-Dried Raw Agricultural Produce

* Color: Natural Greyish-Brown to Tan Husk

* Moisture Content: Approx. 8%–10%

* Nut Count: Approx. 180–200 nuts/kg

* Outturn Rate: Approx. 46–50 lbs per 80kg bag

* Shelf Life: 12–24 Months (when stored under optimal conditions)

* Storage Conditions: Keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse away from direct sunlight

* Bulk Packaging: 80 kg Jute Bags or Bulk Container Liners

* Certifications: Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin