Dubai is the Gulf’s most dynamic cashew nuts wholesale hub. As the gateway to GCC re-exports (Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar), importers in Dubai balance retail demand, HORECA requirements, and duty-free/gifting channels. Vietnam—world leader in cashew processing—remains the primary origin thanks to competitive pricing, uniform quality, robust certifications, and reliable shipping to Jebel Ali.
📌 Executive Brief
✅ Who buys: supermarket distributors, snack brands (OEM/private label), HORECA consolidators, trading houses re-exporting to GCC.
✅ What sells: WW320 (benchmark), WW240 (premium retail), A180/A240 (gifting), LP/WS (bakery/industrial), roasted & flavored kernels (retail impulse).
✅ Why Vietnam: consistent sorting/grading, strong QA, Halal/BRC/HACCP/FSPCA coverage, fast lead times, flexible packaging.
✅ Where to route: primarily Jebel Ali Port (Dubai); secondary flows via Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi).
🛒 Demand Structure in Dubai & GCC
- Modern trade retail: Carrefour, Lulu, Union Coop, Spinneys demand uniform whole whites (WW240/WW320).
- HORECA & catering: bulk vacuum cartons (22.68 kg) and pieces (LP/WS).
- Travel retail & gifting: premium A180/A240 in tins/boxes with Arabic–English labels.
- Re-export: Dubai consolidators serve Saudi, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar.
🌍 Product & Grade Mapping
- WW320: best seller for retail & private label.
- WW240: premium large kernels.
- A180/A240: gifting & duty-free.
- WS / LP: bakery, confectionery, ice-cream, cereal.
- Roasted & flavored: salted, honey-butter, cheese, spicy, wasabi.
👉 Internal link: Cashew Nuts WW320
✅ Compliance & Documentation
📑 Halal certificate – mandatory for UAE retail.
📑 Food safety: BRC, HACCP, FSPCA.
📑 Labeling: bilingual Arabic–English, nutrition facts, expiry, batch code.
📑 Shipment docs: Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Health Certificate.
📑 Shelf life: vacuum bulk 12–24 months; roasted retail ~12 months.
📦 Packaging Options
- Bulk FOB: 22.68 kg vacuum PE bags/carton.
- Retail-ready: PET jars, aluminum zip pouches, tins for gifting.
- OEM/Private label: custom artwork in Arabic–English, QR traceability.
💲 Pricing Mechanics
- Grade & size (WW240/WW320 premiums).
- Pack type (bulk vs. PET/tin).
- Freight costs & Incoterms.
- Seasonality (Ramadan, Q4 gifting).
- Currency impact (USD vs. AED).
🚢 Logistics & Incoterms
- Main port: Jebel Ali.
- FOB HCM: buyers manage freight.
- CIF Jebel Ali: turnkey delivery.
- Lead time: 2–3 weeks ex-factory + transit.
💳 Payment & Risk Controls
- Terms: T/T, LC at sight, DP.
- Risk management: split containers, flexible contract clauses.
📝 Buyer Playbook
- Define portfolio (WW320, WW240, LP, flavors).
- Request samples & specs.
- Decide packaging: bulk + retail packs.
- Confirm Halal scope.
- Contract under FOB or CIF.
- Pilot shipments, analyze POS data, reorder.
🔮 Market Outlook (3–6 months)
📈 WW320 stable as volume driver.
🎁 A180/A240 resilient in premium gifting.
📦 Re-exports maintain steady demand.
💹 Prices likely sideways with mild firming in Q4.
📞 Contact for Wholesale Enquiries
📧 Email: thanh@svc.vn
📱 WhatsApp: +84 909 432 477