Origin: India (Mangalore) / Africa (Benin, Tanzania, Ghana)
Recommended for: Garnishing, premium Kaju mithai, snacking, roasting, and gifting
Appearance: Color – White, pale ivory, or light ash
Characteristic: Free from rancid odor
Moisture (Maximum): 5%
Kernel Count (per 454g/pound): 400-420
Total Tolerances (by mass): 5%
Skin (adhering testa): 2.0%
Speckled or spotted: 0.5%
Free Fatty Acid: 1.25%
If stored under cold conditions, whole cashews can be preserved for up to 3 months without significant loss in quality.