What W320 Means in the Cashew Trade
W320 is a whole white cashew kernel grade. The number indicates count per pound: a compliant lot contains about 300 to 320 kernels per pound, which makes W320 the commercial benchmark for importers, wholesalers, and food manufacturers.
The core specifications buyers should confirm are simple: kernel count, ivory-to-light-cream color, whole-kernel presentation, and moisture at or below 5%. If a supplier cannot state those points clearly, the offer is not ready for serious negotiation.
- ●Count: approximately 300-320 kernels per pound
- ●Style: whole white kernels for export trade
- ●Color: ivory to light cream, reasonably uniform across the lot
- ●Moisture: typically requested at 5% max for export programs
- ●Common uses: retail packs, roasting, foodservice, and industrial snack lines
W320 Bulk Price in 2025: FOB Abidjan Range
TropLink currently positions the indicative market range for standard export W320 at USD 3.20-3.80 per kilogram FOB Abidjan, depending on volume, packaging, inspection scope, and shipment timing. Small spot lots or tighter documentation requirements usually push an offer toward the upper end of the range.
FOB price should not be read in isolation. Buyers should request origin, available tonnage, packing format, loading window, and inspection logic in the same conversation as price so they can compare offers on a like-for-like basis.
- ●Indicative 2025 range: USD 3.20-3.80/kg FOB Abidjan
- ●Large and repeat programs usually get the tightest FOB pricing
- ●Packing, inspection, and shipment timing can move the final quote materially
- ●A serious quote should always specify grade, volume, port, and readiness window
Origins Available: Côte d'Ivoire, Tanzania, and Benin
Côte d'Ivoire is usually the first origin to check for W320 because it combines scale, active processors, and strong port access through Abidjan. For buyers who want the deepest availability and the clearest reference pricing in West Africa, it remains the anchor market.
Tanzania and Benin give buyers useful alternatives. Tanzania supports East African diversification and counter-season coverage, while Benin can work well for flexible mid-size programs. In all three origins, the best choice depends on shipment timing, lot readiness, and export-document support.
- ●Côte d'Ivoire: deepest W320 availability and FOB Abidjan reference market
- ●Tanzania: East African diversification and counter-season coverage
- ●Benin: practical alternative for flexible mid-size procurement
- ●Best origin depends on timing, documentation, and shipment readiness
How to Order W320 Through TropLink
The fastest buying process starts with a precise sourcing brief. Through TropLink, buyers submit the required product, expected quantity, destination, preferred incoterm, and shipment window. That lets the sourcing team filter out irrelevant offers and come back with commercially usable lots.
Once the brief is received, TropLink checks matching W320 lots with qualified suppliers, confirms indicative FOB positioning, and aligns documentation before introduction. Buyers who are ready to move should use the quote form instead of sending a vague message. If you need a live benchmark first, the market-price page gives additional FOB context.
- ●Share grade, volume, destination, incoterm, and target loading window
- ●TropLink checks qualified lots and returns indicative commercial options
- ●Validate documents, inspection scope, and supplier fit before booking the cargo
What Serious Buyers Should Confirm Before Payment
Before confirming payment terms, buyers should verify the exact grade statement, net weight, packing method, inspection agency, and document package. It is also worth confirming whether the supplier is quoting a prompt lot or a lot that still needs production scheduling, because that changes lead time and risk.
- ●Confirm whether the offer is prompt stock or forward production
- ●Align on packing, net weight, and third-party inspection before payment
- ●Ask for certificate logic early: origin, phytosanitary, quality, and commercial docs
- ●Treat incoterm clarity as essential, not administrative detail
FAQ importateur
What is the MOQ for buying W320 cashew nuts in bulk?
MOQ depends on origin and packing format. Trial discussions can start around 5 MT, but the most competitive export economics usually appear from 20 MT upward, especially for repeat FOB programs.
How long does a W320 shipment usually take to prepare?
For a prompt lot that is already packed or close to readiness, buyers often work on a two- to four-week timeline from commercial confirmation to shipment preparation. Forward production programs can take longer depending on packing and inspection scheduling.
Which certifications or documents should I request?
At minimum, request the commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, and any required phytosanitary or inspection support. For quality-sensitive buyers, SGS or equivalent pre-shipment inspection and processor food-safety certifications such as HACCP or BRC can also matter.
Which incoterms are common for W320 bulk orders?
FOB is the most common starting point for origin comparison because it isolates the cargo price from freight. Depending on destination and buyer preference, TropLink can also discuss CFR or CIF structures once the base lot is qualified.