Nuts & Agricultural Commodities
Raw cashew nuts and processed Anacardium occidentale kernels
Source Nigerian raw cashew nuts in shell and processed kernels for food manufacturers, confectionery producers, kernel processors and international ingredient distributors. Product grade, outturn, moisture, defects and shipment details are confirmed against buyer requirements.
Cashew processing and preparation
Nigerian cashew harvest
Indicative raw cashew price
₦1.2m – ₦1.9m
Per metric tonne · in shell
Indicative reference price
₦1,550,000
Per metric tonne · approx. US$1,148 at illustrative ₦1,350/US$
Product forms
Raw & Processed
Raw nuts in shell and processed kernels
Product Overview
Abmia supports sourcing enquiries for Nigerian cashew products intended for processing, food manufacturing and international trade.
Cashew is traded in more than one commercial form. Raw cashew nuts are harvested and supplied in their shell for further processing, while processed cashew kernels are obtained after shelling and kernel preparation. These forms have different specifications, handling requirements and pricing structures.
For raw cashew nuts in shell, the commercial assessment commonly considers kernel outturn ratio (KOR), moisture, nut count, visible defects and foreign matter. For processed kernels, buyers should additionally define the required kernel grade, size, colour, presentation and packing format.
The product images illustrate Nigerian cashew harvesting and processing. Actual supply origin, crop lot, quantity and availability are confirmed during the sourcing and quotation process.
Available Product Forms
Specify the form required so that sourcing, quality assessment and the commercial quotation match your processing or end-use requirements.
Unprocessed cashew nuts supplied in their natural shell for processors, kernel manufacturers and international buyers purchasing raw cashew for further processing.
Shelled and processed edible cashew kernels for food manufacturers, snack brands, confectionery producers and ingredient distributors.
Quality and Specifications
Cashew quality requirements vary by buyer, processing equipment, destination market and contract. The following checks should be discussed and recorded before the commercial lot is approved.
The expected quantity of usable kernels recoverable from a given quantity of raw cashew nuts. Buyers should state their required outturn and the inspection or testing method.
Moisture should be measured and documented according to the agreed buyer specification to support storage, handling and processing requirements.
Buyers may specify nut count per kilogram, size range or other classification requirements for their intended processing operation.
Lots should be checked for immature, shrivelled, mouldy, damaged or defective nuts, as well as stones, dust and other foreign materials.
Depending on destination and intended use, buyers may request pesticide-residue, aflatoxin, microbiological or other laboratory testing.
The delivered lot should match the approved sample and the agreed quality, origin, packing and contract specifications.
No fixed KOR, moisture limit, nut count, defect tolerance or kernel grade is promised on this page. These values must be stated by the buyer or agreed by both parties in the purchase specification and verified against the actual lot.
Markets and Applications
Cashew nuts and kernels can serve several stages of the food and ingredient supply chain. The required product form and grade depend on the buyer's manufacturing process.
Raw nuts in shell for shelling, kernel recovery and further processing.
Processed kernels for roasted, salted, seasoned and packaged snack products.
Cashew kernels as ingredients for sweets, chocolate, bakery and confectionery products.
Bulk kernels for repacking, wholesale distribution and food manufacturing customers.
Packaging and Handling
Packaging should protect the cashew lot during storage, handling and transit and should be agreed before order confirmation.
Raw cashew nuts in shell: bulk bags or other suitable buyer-approved packaging.
Processed kernels: food-grade, moisture-protective packaging and outer cartons or cases as agreed.
Package markings: product description, net weight, lot or batch identification, origin and other agreed details.
Loading plan: packaging configuration, palletisation if required, container loading and shipment quantity to be confirmed.
Shipment arrangements are planned around the confirmed product, quantity, packing, inspection requirements, destination and agreed delivery terms.
Indicative Sourcing Price
The price range below is the indicative raw cashew export-channel estimate provided for this product listing. It is not a live or guaranteed supplier offer.
Indicative price per metric tonne
Indicative export reference price
₦1,550,000 / tonne
Approximately US$1,148 at an illustrative ₦1,350/US$ rate
This price applies to raw cashew nuts in shell. Processed kernels are priced separately and can command substantially higher prices. Final pricing depends on KOR, moisture, defects, grade, quantity, packaging, season, inspection and delivery terms. Confirm all commercial details before contracting.
Currency conversion is illustrative only and is not a live exchange-rate quote. Any offer should state its currency, validity period, delivery basis and applicable Incoterm.
How Sourcing Works
A clear sourcing workflow helps align product quality, quantity, commercial terms and delivery expectations before an order is placed.
01
Tell us the product form, target quantity, destination country and preferred shipment schedule.
02
Establish KOR, moisture, nut count, defect limits, packaging, inspection requirements and destination-market conditions.
03
Availability, origin, lot details, sample requirements and the commercial offer are checked with the relevant supplier.
04
Agree any pre-shipment inspection, quality report, weighing, packing and export documentation required.
05
Agree delivery point, Incoterms, loading schedule and final commercial terms before dispatch.
Trade Documentation
The exact documentation depends on the product form, export arrangement, destination country and applicable Nigerian and destination-market rules.
Commercial invoice
Packing list
Certificate of origin, where required
Phytosanitary or other competent-authority certificate, where applicable
Inspection or quality report, if agreed
Transport document, such as bill of lading
This is a planning checklist, not a statement that every document is mandatory for every shipment. Confirm current export and destination-country requirements with the relevant authorities, inspection bodies and buyer before shipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Important details buyers commonly need to clarify before requesting a commercial offer.
No. The ₦1,200,000–₦1,900,000 per metric tonne range is for raw cashew nuts in shell only. Processed kernels have different processing yields, grades, handling and market values, so they require a separate quotation.
KOR means Kernel Outturn Ratio. It is an important commercial quality measure used to estimate the recoverable kernel yield from raw cashew nuts. The acceptable value and test method should be agreed by the buyer and supplier for each transaction.
Sample availability and dispatch can be discussed during the enquiry process. The sample should represent the proposed commercial lot, and the parties should agree how it will be evaluated.
Bulk supply enquiries are welcome. Quantity, packaging, lot availability, loading location and shipment schedule are confirmed against the buyer's order requirements.
No. It is an indicative sourcing estimate, not a guaranteed live supplier offer. Final pricing depends on KOR, moisture, defects, grade, quantity, packaging, season, inspection, delivery location and agreed Incoterms.
Nigerian Cashew Sourcing
Share your required product form, quantity, quality specifications, destination and target shipment date. Abmia can use these details to review the sourcing requirement and discuss the next steps.
A quotation is subject to supplier confirmation, product inspection where required, final specifications and mutually agreed terms.
