The Cashew Guide

Everything about the kaju, in one place.

From W180 to W450, Kollam to Vietnam, kaju katli to vacuum-packed export tins — a clear, independent guide for home cooks and a working reference for buyers.

White whole cashew kernels — the cleanest grade class.
White whole cashew kernels — the cleanest grade class.
FOR EVERYONE

Learn about cashews

Understand what you're buying and how to use it well.

  • What grade numbers (W180–W450) actually mean
  • Where the best cashews come from
  • Nutrition, benefits and daily portions
  • Recipes from kaju katli to creamy curries
Start with Grades
FOR BUYERS

Source & trade

Specs and reference for wholesale and import buyers.

  • Full grade & count chart for purchase orders
  • Packaging standards — tins, vacuum, cartons
  • RCN vs kernels · India vs Vietnam supply
  • Directory of verified processors & exporters
Open Sourcing Guide

Start exploring

The most useful pages to begin with.

Grades

W180 to W450

The lower the number, the bigger the nut. Here's the full grade ladder and what each is best for.

See the grade chart →
Origins

Where kaju grows

Kollam, Mangalore, Goa, Panruti — and why Vietnam now processes most of the world's crop.

Read about origins →
Health

Good fats & minerals

Magnesium, copper, protein and heart-healthy fats — with sensible daily portions.

Nutrition guide →
Recipes

Sweet & savoury

Kaju katli, kaju curry, roasted-salted and homemade cashew milk, step by step.

Browse recipes →
Buying

Pick & store well

How to judge freshness, spot rancidity and keep kernels crisp for months.

Buying tips →
Trade

Sourcing reference

Specs, packaging and Incoterms for wholesale buyers and importers.

Sourcing guide →