Attribute |
Specification |
Product Name |
Raw Shelled Cashew Nuts |
Botanical Name |
Anacardium occidentale |
Common Name |
Cashew Nuts |
Form |
Shelled, raw whole kernels (unroasted and unsalted) |
Grade |
W320 (commonly traded grade), others include W240, W450, etc. |
Color |
Pale ivory to light cream |
Shape |
Kidney-shaped, curved and uniform |
Size |
Varies by grade (W320: approx. 320 nuts per pound) |
Moisture Content |
Maximum 5% |
Broken Kernels |
Maximum 5% (for whole grades) |
Foreign Matter |
Not more than 0.1% |
Admixture |
Not more than 1% |
Insect Damage |
Absent |
Mould |
Not allowed |
Taste |
Mild, nutty flavor, slightly sweet |
Aroma |
Fresh, neutral (no off-odors) |
Texture |
Crisp and firm |
Oil Content |
Approximately 45% |
Shelf Life |
Up to 12 months (under cool, dry storage) |