Packing & Shipping Nuts: A Guide for Wholesale Buyers

A cashew kernel can survive an ocean voyage in perfect condition — or arrive flat and stale. The difference is almost entirely down to packing decisions made before the container leaves the port.

Protecting the kernel

Kernels are vacuum-packed in food-grade tins or pouches, often flushed with nitrogen and carbon dioxide. Removing oxygen keeps the natural oils from turning and locks in freshness for the whole journey.

Loading the container

• Cartons palletised and strapped to prevent shifting in transit.
• Container liners and desiccant bags to manage humidity at sea.
• Clear lot marking so every pallet stays traceable on arrival.

Ask any prospective supplier exactly how they pack and load. The answer tells you more about quality than any brochure.