Cashew Kernel Market Size and Share

Cashew Kernel Market (2026 - 2031)

Cashew Kernel Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence

The cashew kernel market size stands at USD 7.39 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach USD 9.03 billion by 2031, reflecting a 4.09% CAGR through the forecast period. Structural changes are reshaping the cashew kernel market as African origin countries capture processing margins once confined to Asian hubs, while demand broadens from premium snacking into plant-based dairy and industrial bioethanol. Carbon-credit incentives for agroforestry, automation that narrows labor-cost gaps, and volatile raw nut prices are realigning trade flows. Processors with mechanized peeling and grading lines are defending their margins despite logistics inflation, while ingredient buyers in the bakery, confectionery, and vegan dairy sectors are anchoring incremental demand. At the same time, competition from almonds and pistachios pressures price positioning in developed markets, driving processors to emphasize provenance, certification, and sustainability to protect shelf presence.

Key Report Takeaways

  • By grade, white wholes led with 61.8% of cashew kernel market share in 2025, and scorched pieces are forecast to record a 5.0% CAGR between 2026 and 2031, the fastest among all grades.
  • By geography, the Asia-Pacific region accounted for 46.2% of the cashew kernel market size in 2025, while Africa is projected to expand at a 4.9% CAGR through 2031.

Note: Market size and forecast figures in this report are generated using Mordor Intelligence’s proprietary estimation framework, updated with the latest available data and insights as of January 2026.

Segment Analysis

By Grade: White Wholes Anchor Premium Revenue Streams

White wholes accounted for 61.8% of the cashew kernel market share in 2025, commanding premiums in gift packs and ready-to-eat retail channels. Vietnamese processors maximize White Wholes output through optical grading, which keeps defect rates within the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe threshold of 8%, while Côte d’Ivoire invests in automation to match this benchmark. The cashew kernel market size for white wholes is projected to expand modestly, yet their high unit value sustains processor profitability. Retailers highlight whole-kernel aesthetics and consistent sizing, encouraging contract farming models that supply uniform raw nuts. Although almonds pressure shelf space, white whole wheat remains a cornerstone for festive gifting in India and China.

Scorched pieces are forecasted to deliver the fastest 5.0% CAGR through 2031, as ingredient buyers in the bakery, confectionery, and vegan dairy sectors seek functional value over visual appeal. This segment benefits from processors’ efforts to monetize second-quality kernels produced during mechanized peeling, improving total plant yield. The cashew kernel market size for scorched pieces is projected to align with rising usage in granola, energy bars, and cheese spreads. Manufacturers prefer the caramelized flavor profile and lower price point, positioning scorched pieces as a cost-effective route to introduce cashew-based proteins. Continued growth will depend on maintaining traceability and effective allergen management to meet the stringent food safety frameworks of the European Union and the United States within the cashew kernel industry.

Cashew Kernel Market: Market Share by Grade

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Geography Analysis

The Asia-Pacific region held a 46.2% share of the cashew kernel market in 2025, driven by Vietnam’s exports and India’s processing capacity. Vietnam imports 90% of its raw nuts from East Africa, yet sustains the lowest defect rates through advanced grading, ensuring its dominance of over 80% of global kernel exports. India’s goods and services tax reduction to 5% on finished kernels stimulates domestic snack growth, absorbing 40% of global production and constraining export availability. China imported 54,699 metric tons, valued at USD 256.0 million, in 2023, redirecting flows toward Association of Southeast Asian Nations suppliers due to 42% tariffs on United States cashews, a pivot that underpins regional demand for the cashew kernel market.

Africa is projected to post a 4.9% CAGR to 2031, the fastest among regions, as Côte d’Ivoire scales processing to 30% of its 1.2 million metric tons harvest by 2030 and Tanzania targets 350,000 metric tons of production. Robust International’s USD 27 million plant in Côte d’Ivoire and Valency International’s USD 40 million unit established in 2025 exemplify mechanization investments that shorten supply chains to Europe. Nigeria, Benin, and Ghana add complementary volumes through smaller plants receiving technical support from TechnoServe’s Prosper Cashew project. As infrastructure improves, the cashew kernel market size for African origins is projected to increase, potentially challenging Vietnam’s current export share.

North America and Europe continue to serve as major consumption hubs, relying heavily on imports for their needs. In 2023, the United States imported 143,686 metric tons of cashews, valued at USD 843.7 million, with 88% of the supply originating from Vietnam. To reduce logistics risks, buyers are diversifying their supplier base by awarding certified organic or Fairtrade contracts to processors in Côte d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso. These contracts often include price premiums that compensate for higher unit costs. Additionally, the diversification strategy aims to enhance supply chain resilience, ensure a steady supply of high-quality products, and support ethical sourcing practices. These markets are projected to further develop food safety and sustainability standards, influencing the broader cashew kernel market and setting benchmarks for global trade practices.

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Competitive Landscape

Vietnam is home to scale players such as Quang Thien Imex, Gia Bao Group, and Olam Food Ingredients, which integrate automated shelling, peeling, and grading to deliver consistent volumes. Despite holding an 80% share of global exports, Vietnamese processors rely on imported raw nuts, which limits their ability to insulate against origin-side price shocks. India's sector is fragmented among thousands of family-owned units in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, yet domestic demand ensures stable off-take. Modular machinery from local vendors helps small factories upgrade gradually, preserving employment while meeting export specifications. Together, these dynamics shape moderate concentration in the cashew kernel market.

West African producers are narrowing the quality gap. Certification and traceability are becoming critical factors. European retailers are increasingly demanding compliance with Global Food Safety Initiative schemes and sustainability certifications, prompting processors to adopt digital traceability systems. Olam Food Ingredients' Cashew Trail 2030 pledge, aimed at achieving full farmer-group traceability, highlights a broader industry shift toward audited transparency. This initiative highlights the increasing importance of ensuring ethical sourcing and supply chain transparency. Processors unable to meet these requirements face the risk of losing market access, as transparency and compliance become non-negotiable in the global market.

White-space innovation focuses on cashew-apple fermentation and shell-liquid extraction. EMBRAPA's pilot plants have demonstrated economic feasibility, but commercial-scale production requires integrated facilities capable of addressing the challenges of fruit perishability. In Cambodia and Nigeria, initiatives are targeting organic and Fairtrade markets, utilizing preferential tariffs for access to the European Union. These ventures aim to capitalize on the growing demand for sustainably sourced products among consumers. While technology adoption remains inconsistent, equipment upgrades have demonstrated productivity improvements of over 40%, highlighting the potential to expand Africa's share of the cashew kernel market. Additionally, investments in infrastructure and training programs could further enhance production efficiency and market competitiveness.

Recent Industry Developments

  • December 2025: Burkina Faso has inaugurated a USD 11.5 million cashew processing plant in Péni, near Bobo-Dioulasso. This initiative is part of the country's national strategy to enhance local value addition, generate employment, and decrease raw cashew exports. The facility is designed to process cashew apples into various products, including juice, wine, vinegar, and alcohol, with an annual processing capacity of 5,000 metric tons. It also aims to support local collection cooperatives.
  • October 2025: The Vietnam Cashew Association (VINACAS) recognized Olam Food Ingredients (OFI) for its efforts in promoting sustainable cashew processing in Vietnam. The acknowledgment was made during the 14th VINACAS Golden Cashew Rendezvous and the association's 35th anniversary celebration, which took place in Hanoi. This recognition highlights ofi's commitment to advancing sustainability in the cashew industry, including initiatives aimed at improving processing practices, supporting local communities, and ensuring environmental responsibility.
  • August 2025: ICAR-Directorate of Cashew Research (DCR), Puttur, Karnataka, organized a capacity development workshop for Krishi Sakhis on cashew production and processing. The workshop focused on scientific cashew cultivation, post-harvest technologies, and value addition, aiming to empower participants. This initiative aligns with the Krishi Sakhi Convergence Program (KSCP), a significant government effort to train para-extension workers.

Table of Contents for Cashew Kernel Industry Report

1. Introduction

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. Research Methodology

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Landscape

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Rising global demand for plant-based proteins
    • 4.2.2 Growth in healthy snack consumption
    • 4.2.3 Expansion of cashew-based dairy alternatives
    • 4.2.4 Growth of cashew-apple bioethanol co-products
    • 4.2.5 Automation of peeling and grading lines
    • 4.2.6 Carbon-credit incentives for agroforestry plantations
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 Volatility in raw-cashew-nut (RCN) prices
    • 4.3.2 Competition from almonds and pistachios
    • 4.3.3 Weather-related crop failures
    • 4.3.4 Global logistics cost inflation
  • 4.4 Opportunities
  • 4.5 Challenges
  • 4.6 Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.7 Technologies and usage of AI in the Industry
  • 4.8 Input Market Analysis
    • 4.8.1 Energy/Fuel
    • 4.8.2 Labor
    • 4.8.3 Equipment/Machinery
  • 4.9 Distribution Channel Analysis
  • 4.10 Market Sentiment Analysis
  • 4.11 PESTLE Analysis

5. Market Size and Growth Forecasts (Value and Volume)

  • 5.1 By Grade
    • 5.1.1 White Wholes
    • 5.1.2 Scorched Wholes
    • 5.1.3 Dessert Wholes
    • 5.1.4 White Pieces
    • 5.1.5 Scorched Pieces
    • 5.1.6 Dessert Pieces
  • 5.2 By Geography
    • 5.2.1 North America
    • 5.2.1.1 United States
    • 5.2.1.1.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.1.1.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.1.1.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.1.1.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.1.1.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.1.1.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.1.1.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.1.1.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.1.1.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.1.2 Mexico
    • 5.2.1.2.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.1.2.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.1.2.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.1.2.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.1.2.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.1.2.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.1.2.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.1.2.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.1.2.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.1.3 Canada
    • 5.2.1.3.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.1.3.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.1.3.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.1.3.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.1.3.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.1.3.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.1.3.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.1.3.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.1.3.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.2 Europe
    • 5.2.2.1 Germany
    • 5.2.2.1.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.2.1.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.2.1.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.2.1.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.2.1.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.2.1.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.2.1.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.2.1.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.2.1.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.2.2 United Kingdom
    • 5.2.2.2.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.2.2.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.2.2.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.2.2.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.2.2.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.2.2.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.2.2.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.2.2.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.2.2.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.2.3 France
    • 5.2.2.3.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.2.3.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.2.3.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.2.3.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.2.3.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.2.3.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.2.3.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.2.3.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.2.3.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.3 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.2.3.1 China
    • 5.2.3.1.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.3.1.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.3.1.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.3.1.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.3.1.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.3.1.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.3.1.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.3.1.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.3.1.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.3.2 India
    • 5.2.3.2.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.3.2.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.3.2.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.3.2.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.3.2.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.3.2.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.3.2.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.3.2.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.3.2.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.3.3 Vietnam
    • 5.2.3.3.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.3.3.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.3.3.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.3.3.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.3.3.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.3.3.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.3.3.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.3.3.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.3.3.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.3.4 Australia
    • 5.2.3.4.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.3.4.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.3.4.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.3.4.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.3.4.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.3.4.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.3.4.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.3.4.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.3.4.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.3.5 Indonesia
    • 5.2.3.5.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.3.5.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.3.5.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.3.5.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.3.5.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.3.5.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.3.5.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.3.5.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.3.5.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.3.6 Philippines
    • 5.2.3.6.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.3.6.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.3.6.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.3.6.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.3.6.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.3.6.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.3.6.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.3.6.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.3.6.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.4 South America
    • 5.2.4.1 Brazil
    • 5.2.4.1.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.4.1.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.4.1.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.4.1.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.4.1.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.4.1.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.4.1.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.4.1.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.4.1.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.4.2 Argentina
    • 5.2.4.2.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.4.2.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.4.2.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.4.2.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.4.2.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.4.2.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.4.2.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.4.2.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.4.2.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.5 Middle East
    • 5.2.5.1 United Arab Emirates
    • 5.2.5.1.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.5.1.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.5.1.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.5.1.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.5.1.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.5.1.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.5.1.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.5.1.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.5.1.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.6 Africa
    • 5.2.6.1 Nigeria
    • 5.2.6.1.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.6.1.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.6.1.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.6.1.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.6.1.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.6.1.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.6.1.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.6.1.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.6.1.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.6.2 Côte d’Ivoire
    • 5.2.6.2.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.6.2.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.6.2.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.6.2.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.6.2.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.6.2.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.6.2.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.6.2.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.6.2.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.6.3 Benin
    • 5.2.6.3.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.6.3.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.6.3.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.6.3.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.6.3.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.6.3.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.6.3.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.6.3.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.6.3.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.6.4 Tanzania
    • 5.2.6.4.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.6.4.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.6.4.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.6.4.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.6.4.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.6.4.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.6.4.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.6.4.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.6.4.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.6.5 Ghana
    • 5.2.6.5.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.6.5.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.6.5.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.6.5.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.6.5.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.6.5.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.6.5.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.6.5.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.6.5.9 Seasonality Analysis
    • 5.2.6.6 Burkina Faso
    • 5.2.6.6.1 Production Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
    • 5.2.6.6.2 Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
    • 5.2.6.6.3 Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
    • 5.2.6.6.4 Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
    • 5.2.6.6.5 Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
    • 5.2.6.6.6 Regulatory Framework
    • 5.2.6.6.7 List of Key Players
    • 5.2.6.6.8 Logistics and Infrastructure
    • 5.2.6.6.9 Seasonality Analysis

6. End Use Applications and Industries

  • 6.1 Primary Applications and Emerging Applications
  • 6.2 Consumption Breakdown by Industries

7. Competitive Landscape

  • 7.1 Overview of the Competition
  • 7.2 Recent Developments
  • 7.3 Market Concentration Analysis

8. Market Opportunities and Future Outlook

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Global Cashew Kernel Market Report Scope

A cashew kernel is the edible part of the cashew nut, which is the seed found inside the cashew apple. After the outer shell is removed through processing, the kernel is what remains and is typically the part that is consumed. The market is analyzed for cashew kernels, and the processed product form is excluded from the study. The cashew kernel market is segmented by Grade (White Whole, Scorched Whole, Dessert Whole, White Piece, Scorched Piece, and Dessert Piece) and by Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Africa). The report provides an analysis of the cashew kernel market, covering production (Volume), Consumption (Volume and Value), Import (Volume and Value), Export (Volume and Value), and price trends. The report offers market size and forecasts in terms of value (USD) and volume (metric tons) for all the above segments.

By Grade
White Wholes
Scorched Wholes
Dessert Wholes
White Pieces
Scorched Pieces
Dessert Pieces
By Geography
North AmericaUnited StatesProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
MexicoProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
CanadaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
EuropeGermanyProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
United KingdomProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
FranceProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
Asia-PacificChinaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
IndiaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
VietnamProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
AustraliaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
IndonesiaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
PhilippinesProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
South AmericaBrazilProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
ArgentinaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
Middle EastUnited Arab EmiratesProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
AfricaNigeriaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
Côte d’IvoireProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
BeninProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
TanzaniaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
GhanaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
Burkina FasoProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
By GradeWhite Wholes
Scorched Wholes
Dessert Wholes
White Pieces
Scorched Pieces
Dessert Pieces
By GeographyNorth AmericaUnited StatesProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
MexicoProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
CanadaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
EuropeGermanyProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
United KingdomProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
FranceProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
Asia-PacificChinaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
IndiaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
VietnamProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
AustraliaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
IndonesiaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
PhilippinesProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
South AmericaBrazilProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
ArgentinaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
Middle EastUnited Arab EmiratesProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
AfricaNigeriaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
Côte d’IvoireProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
BeninProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
TanzaniaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
GhanaProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
Burkina FasoProduction Analysis (Area Harvested, Yield, and Production Volume)
Consumption Analysis (Consumption Value and Volume)
Import Market Analysis (Import Value, Volume, and Key Supplying Markets)
Export Market Analysis (Export Value, Volume, and Key Destination Markets)
Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast
Regulatory Framework
List of Key Players
Logistics and Infrastructure
Seasonality Analysis
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Key Questions Answered in the Report

What is the forecast value of the cashew kernel market in 2031?

The cashew kernel market is projected to reach USD 9.03 billion by 2031, expanding at a 4.09% CAGR.

Which grade holds the largest revenue share?

White wholes led with 61.8% of cashew kernel market share in 2025.

Which grade is projected to grow the fastest?

Scorched pieces are forecast to post a 5.0% CAGR from 2026 to 2031.

Which region will expand the quickest?

Africa is projected to record a 4.9% CAGR through 2031 as processing migrates closer to raw nut origins.

How are automation investments affecting cashew processors?

Mechanized peeling and grading raise recovery rates, cut defect levels, and support margin resilience despite raw nut price volatility.

What emerging co-products could diversify revenue?

Cashew-apple bioethanol and cashew shell liquid derivatives offer new income streams that can buffer kernel price fluctuations.

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