Cashew kernels are obtained through processing (roasting/steaming, shelling and peeling) of raw cashew nuts. Cashew Kernels, for commercial purposes, are graded based on their color, shape, and size. The grade details are given under the heading – Commercial Information. Cashew kernels are also available as roasted, salted, flavored and coated with spices, honey, etc. Value-added products like cashew powder, cashew butter, cashew drink, etc. are also available in the market.
Grade Designation | Trade Name | Colour/ Characteristics | Count/454 gms size description | Max. Moisture % | Broken Max % | NLSG NLG max% |
W-180 | White Wholes | White/pale ivory/light ash. Characteristic shape | 170-180 | 5 | 5 | 5 (NLSG & SW together) |
W-210 | do | do | 200-210 | 5 | 5 | do |
W-320 | do | do | 220-240 | 5 | 5 | do |
W-450 | do | do | 400-450 | 5 | 5 | do |
W-500 | do | do | 450-500 | 5 | 5 | 5(SW) |