White Whole Cashew Nuts

General specifications for quality

All white whole cashew nuts must meet minimum quality requirements to be considered marketable.

Color: White, pale ivory, or light ash.

Condition: The kernel must be whole, with no more than 1/8th of the nut broken off.

Defects: According to AFI standards, maximum defects allowed for a high-quality product is 8%. Defects can include scorching, discoloration, and insect damage.

Moisture content: The kernel must be dry, with a maximum moisture content of 5%.

Adhering teste: The kernel should be practically free from adhering teste (the thin, brownish skin).

Foreign matter: Must be practically free from any foreign matter.

Infestation: The product should be free from pests, mold, or infestation.

Taste and smell: The nuts should have a characteristic flavor and be free of off-flavors or rancidity.