Product Specifications
W320 Technical Specs — Export Grade
All lots verified before shipment against AFNOR / USDA cashew kernel grading standards. Specifications match European import requirements.
Grade
300–320 pieces per pound
Moisture content
AFNOR / ISO standard
Total defects (SSP + LP)
by weight
Colour
Scorched count ≤ 1%
Packaging
or 50 lb cartons on request
Shelf life
in original sealed vacuum packaging
Minimum Order
1 FCL 20' = ≈ 18 MT kernels
One 20-foot FCL holds approximately 1,800 × 10 kg vacuum tins or 720 × 50 lb cartons (≈ 18 MT net kernels). Multi-FCL orders available; FCL 40' holds ≈ 20 MT kernels.
Availability — Campaign 2025
Spot lots
Available from stock April–October. Immediate shipment within 2–3 weeks of order confirmation.
Forward contracts
Lock in volume and price now for Q3/Q4 delivery. Pricing confirmed at contract date.
Price & Availability
W320 FOB Price — 2025 Campaign
W320 kernel prices are driven by RCN crop quality, KOR outturn, USD/XOF exchange rate and global demand. The ranges below reflect observed FOB transactions from verified West African processors.
2024 — Off-season
Nov 2023 – Jan 2024. Forward contract indicatives. Tighter availability.
2024 — Main crop
Apr–Sep 2024. Peak kernel availability. Best spot pricing.
2025 — Campaign
Apr–Oct 2025. Good outturn from CI. Higher demand from Asia.
* Indicative only. Final price depends on volume, origin, packaging format, incoterm and shipment window. Request a firm W320 quote.
Why W320?
The world's most traded cashew kernel grade
W320 is the universal benchmark for cashew kernel trade. Every major buyer from European retail to Asian food manufacturing defaults to W320 as their reference grade.
Most Traded Grade Globally
W320 is the benchmark kernel grade on every major commodity exchange and the default grade for global cashew trade. It represents the broadest demand pool across all regions.
Snacking & Retail Ready
Preferred by European and Asian retailers for branded and private-label roasted cashew products. Consistent kernel size gives an optimal consumer presentation.
Food Industry Standard
Used in bakery fillings, confectionery coatings, nut butters and airline catering. W320's size-to-price ratio makes it the default industrial-use grade.
Best Price–Demand Balance
Higher availability than W180/W240 and better value than lower grades. W320 consistently achieves the strongest resale margin for importers and distributors.
W320 vs other grades: Larger than W450 (fewer pieces per lb) and smaller than W240. The sweet spot for importers balancing price, yield and market versatility. Read the full W320 specifications guide →
Certifications Available
Full export document pack
Every TropLink-intermediated W320 lot includes the standard document set required for European and Asian import. Additional certificates available on request.
SGS Pre-Shipment Inspection
Full SGS or equivalent third-party inspection on grade, moisture, defects and net weight before container loading. Report shared with buyer before vessel nomination.
Phytosanitary Certificate
Issued by the national plant protection authority of origin country (Ivory Coast, Benin, or Ghana). Required by all destination ports in Europe and Asia.
Fumigation Certificate
Post-harvest and pre-export fumigation report (phosphine). Compliant with ISPM 15 and EU Regulation (EU) No 284/2011 entry requirements.
Certificate of Origin
Issued by the local Chamber of Commerce. Required for preferential duty rates under EBA (EU) and GSP trade agreements applicable to West African origins.
Also available on request: Bill of Lading (shipped on board), Packing List, COA (Certificate of Analysis), Weight Certificate, HACCP compliance documentation.
Origins Available
Verified processors — West Africa
TropLink works exclusively with processors who have passed our qualification process: on-site visit, quality audit, trade reference check and document review.
Côte d'Ivoire
Principal originWorld's largest cashew producer. Kernel processors in Abidjan and San Pédro handle the majority of W320 lots. Verified processor network with HACCP and BRC certifications.
Bénin
Secondary originGrowing kernel processing capacity. Competitive pricing versus Ivory Coast. Benin-origin W320 qualifies for the same EU duty benefits under EBA.
Ghana
Secondary originEstablished export infrastructure with English-language documentation. Ghana-origin kernels are well-regarded for colour consistency and moisture control.
Year-round supply: By combining Ivory Coast (main season Apr–Sep), Benin and Ghana with carry-over stock from verified processors, TropLink maintains W320 availability across all seasons. View our supplier network →
Buyer Reference
“We needed 3 FCL of W320 for our Q2 retail campaign — tight lead time, specific colour requirements. TropLink sourced from two verified Ivorian processors, consolidated the SGS report and had all documents ready 72 hours before vessel nomination. The grade came in at 318 pcs/lb, colour impeccable. We have since signed a quarterly forward.”
Mathieu H.
Procurement Director — specialty nuts distributor, Paris (FR)
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