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We are bound by a unique superiority and determination in commodity trading, agricultural and Logistics services dated back to 1998. Seamax has taken a delivery and fully operate as an Import & Export firm that is dully registered as a limited liability company in 2013 as a leading exporter of agricultural commodities, haulage, logistics and warehousing of agricultural products.

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Cashew Nuts

Specification Details
Scientific Name Anacardium occidentale
Common Name Cashew Nut
Source Seeds of the cashew apple (fruit)
Shape Kidney-shaped, slightly curved
Size 1.5 - 2.5 cm in length
Color Creamy white to light beige when raw, golden brown when roasted
Texture Smooth, firm, slightly crunchy
Taste Mild, nutty, slightly sweet
Aroma Mild, nutty
Oil Content 45 - 50%
Protein Content 18 - 21%
Carbohydrate Content 30 - 35%
Fatty Acids Predominantly unsaturated fats (oleic acid, linoleic acid)
Moisture Content 5 - 7%
Weight per Nut 1.5 - 3 grams per nut (depending on size)
Shell Hard, inedible outer shell that contains a toxic resin
Shelling Process Requires careful processing to remove the shell and toxic resin
Climate Requirements Tropical and subtropical regions, well-drained sandy soil
Maturity Period 2 - 3 years from planting