The European Union (EU) is one of the world’s largest importers of cashew kernels, demanding high food safety standards and strict documentation. For Vietnamese exporters and global buyers, successfully entering or maintaining presence in the EU market requires compliance with both quality certifications and regulatory frameworks.
📦 What Cashew Products Are Exported to the EU?
The EU imports a wide range of cashew SKUs from Vietnam:
- Raw kernels: WW320, WW240, LP, SP
- Organic-certified cashews
- Roasted & flavored snacks
- Private-label packaging: zip pouches, PET jars, kraft bags
🧾 Key Requirements for EU Importers
- Food Safety Compliance – Must meet BRC, HACCP, or equivalent GFSI standards – Traceability systems and batch coding are mandatory
- Residue & Aflatoxin Testing – Regular inspection at EU ports – Acceptable aflatoxin limit: max 2 µg/kg (for B1) in ready-to-eat
- Organic Products – Require Organic EU certification with valid control body (e.g. Ecocert, Control Union) – COI (Certificate of Inspection) must be issued for each shipment
- Packaging & Labeling – Must show product name, grade, weight, expiry date, batch code – Labels in local language(s) for retail SKUs
- Documentation Package – Invoice & Packing List – Certificate of Origin – Health Certificate – Organic Certificate (if applicable) – Kosher/Halal (optional depending on buyer)
🏭 Why EU Buyers Choose SVC
SVC Cashew is a certified Vietnamese manufacturer exporting to 46+ countries, including multiple EU member states. Buyers choose SVC for:
- Full set of certifications: BRC, HACCP, Organic EU, FSPCA, Halal, Kosher
- In-house packing with OEM options
- Traceable production lines & batch-controlled exports
- Experience navigating COI systems & EU import procedures
🌍 Popular EU Markets for Vietnam Cashews
- 🇩🇪 Germany – organic snacks & private-label
- 🇫🇷 France – gourmet & gift packaging
- 🇳🇱 Netherlands – bulk raw imports
- 🇪🇸 Spain – flavored cashew segments
- 🇧🇪 Belgium & 🇮🇹 Italy – bakery & foodservice use