JEFFREALITY GLOBAL RESOURCES LTD – Supplying Premium-Grade Nigerian Cashew to the Global Market
Overview
Cashew nuts are one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing non-oil export products, with strong global demand in food, snack, and confectionery industries. At JEFFREALITY GLOBAL RESOURCES LTD, we source and export high-quality raw cashew nuts (RCN) to buyers around the world.
Our cashew nuts are sun-dried, sorted, and graded, sourced directly from farms in key producing regions such as Kogi, Kwara, Oyo, and Enugu States. We ensure product integrity, competitive pricing, and reliable logistics support for global bulk buyers and processors.
🇳🇬 Why Nigerian Cashew Nuts?
Nigeria is among the top 5 cashew producers in the world, producing over 300,000 metric tons annually. Nigerian cashew nuts are preferred globally for their:
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🥜 High Kernel Outturn Ratio (KOR) – up to 48–52 lbs/80kg
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🌰 Large nut size (180–210 nuts/kg)
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🌿 Naturally sun-dried and chemical-free
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🛡️ Long shelf life when properly stored
📦 Types of Cashew Nuts We Export
1. Raw Cashew Nuts (RCN)
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In-shell, dried nuts ready for processing
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Moisture content: ≤ 10%
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Foreign matter: ≤ 5%
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Nut Count: 180–210 nuts/kg
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KOR: 47–52 lbs (based on grade and batch)
2. Cashew Kernels (On Request)
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Processed and graded white kernels
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W240, W320, W450 available based on order
🧴 Cashew shells and cake for industrial/energy use are also available on demand.
🏭 Applications & Uses
Cashew nuts are widely used in:
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🌰 Snack foods (roasted, flavored)
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🍰 Bakery and confectionery
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🥗 Vegan and health food recipes
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🧴 Cashew nut shell oil (industrial use)
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💡 Biofuel and agricultural input (shell cake)
🌐 Global Market Demand
Nigerian cashew is in high demand in:
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🇻🇳 Vietnam (for processing and export)
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🇮🇳 India (world’s largest processor)
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🇨🇳 China
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🇺🇸 United States
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🇩🇪 Germany
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🇫🇷 France
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🇦🇪 UAE
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Global cashew consumption is projected to keep rising due to increasing interest in plant-based proteins and healthy snacking alternatives.
🚢 Packaging & Shipping
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Standard Packaging:
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80kg jute bags for RCN
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25kg vacuum-sealed or nitrogen-flushed bags for kernels (if applicable)
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Shipping Terms:
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FOB Lagos or Port Harcourt
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CIF, CFR available upon request
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20FT container: approx. 18–19 MT
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40FT container: approx. 25–27 MT
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Delivery time: 10–14 working days
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Types of Cashew for Export:
| Type | Description |
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| Raw Cashew Nuts (RCN) | Unprocessed cashew in shell, exported mainly to India & Vietnam |
| Cashew Kernels (W320, W240, etc.) | Shelled and graded nuts; white, unbroken pieces |
| Roasted Cashews | Shelled and heat-treated, often flavored |
📊 Export Specifications (for Raw Cashew Nuts – In-Shell):
| Parameter | Standard Specification |
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| Nut Count (NC) | 170–200 nuts per kg (lower is better) |
| Outturn (Kernel Yield) | 45–52 lbs per 80kg bag (min 48 preferred) |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 10% (preferably 8–9%) |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 1% |
| Defective Nuts | ≤ 10% |
| Shell Condition | Clean, dry, unbroken |
| Color | Greyish brown or ash-colored shell |
| Odor | Nutty, no fermentation or mold smell |
📊 Export Specifications (for Cashew Kernels – Shelled):
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| W320 | Whole white kernels, 300–320 nuts per lb – Most common export grade |
| W240 | Bigger size, premium quality, 240 nuts per lb |
| W180 | Largest and most expensive, 170–180 nuts per lb |
| SW (Scorched Wholes) | Slightly discolored, otherwise same shape |
| BB (Baby Bits) | Broken pieces, for confectionery use |
Other Kernel Specs:
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Moisture: ≤ 5%
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Broken Kernels: ≤ 5% (for wholes)
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Mold/Insect Damage: ≤ 1%
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FFA: ≤ 1%
🌍 Country of Origin:
Nigeria (Kogi, Kwara, Oyo, Abia, Enugu, Benue, Taraba, Niger, Ogun)
🚢 Packaging:
🟤 For Raw Cashew Nuts (RCN):
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Bag Type: Jute bags with polythene lining
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Bag Weight: 80kg (standard export size)
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Loading:
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20ft Container: 16–17 tons (200–215 bags)
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40ft Container: 24–26 tons (300–330 bags)
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⚪ For Cashew Kernels:
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Packaging Type: Vacuum-sealed foil pouches (25 lbs / 11.34kg per carton)
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Cartons per container (20ft): ~700–800 cartons (~17–18 tons)
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Cartons per 40ft: ~1,400–1,600 cartons (~24–26 tons)
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Optional Inner Packaging: 500g, 1kg, 5kg for retail/export
🌐 HS Code:
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0801.31.00 – Cashew nuts in shell (RCN)
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0801.32.00 – Cashew kernels, shelled
📄 Export Documentation Required:
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Proforma Invoice
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Packing List
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Bill of Lading
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Certificate of Origin (NEPC/NACCIMA)
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Phytosanitary Certificate (NAQS)
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Fumigation Certificate (if RCN)
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NXP Form (via bank)
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Inspection Certificate (optional – SGS/Intertek/Bureau Veritas)
💰 Export Pricing Basis:
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FOB – Free on Board (Lagos, Onne, Apapa)
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CIF – Cost, Insurance & Freight
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EXW – Warehouse pickup
🎯 End Uses:
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Roasted snacks
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Cashew butter/spread
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Bakery and confectionery ingredients
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Dairy and vegan products (milk, sauces)
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Health foods
🌟 Value-Add Opportunities:
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Export processed kernels (more profit than raw nuts)
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Offer vacuum-packed private label cashew snacks
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Target organic/natural food buyers in EU/US
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Add retail packaging for supermarkets or bulk B2B
✅ Why Choose JEFFREALITY GLOBAL RESOURCES LTD?
✅ Why Choose JEFFREALITY GLOBAL RESOURCES LTD?-
🏆 Trusted sourcing from top-producing farms
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⚖️ Accurate grading and moisture-tested RCN
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📦 Flexible packaging and labeling
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🕒 On-time delivery and professional handling
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📊 Real-time order tracking and updates
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💼 Wholesale, B2B, and OEM/Private label support
📞 Let’s Grow Your Cashew Business
Are you a cashew importer, processor, or distributor? Let us be your trusted supplier from Nigeria.
📧 Email: jephthahokpowe@gmail.com
📞 Call/WhatsApp: +234 706 285 0139
📍 Office: No. 2, JP Crescent, Rumuosi, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria