Qatar has emerged as one of the fastest-growing import destinations for Vietnamese cashew nuts, driven by strong demand from modern retail, hospitality, and re-export channels to neighboring GCC markets. With Vietnam accounting for over 65% of global cashew exports, buyers in Doha increasingly rely on Vietnamese suppliers for competitive prices, stable quality, and Halal-certified processing.
📌 Current Price Outlook
As of August 2025, Vietnam cashew price in Qatar remains stable despite global tariff shifts. Benchmark grades are trading in the following ranges (FOB Ho Chi Minh basis, indicative for Qatar importers):
- WW320: ~6.95 – 7.05 USD/kg
- WW240: ~7.10 – 7.25 USD/kg
- A180/A240 (premium gifting): ~7.80 – 8.00 USD/kg
These prices are subject to logistics costs, packaging specifications (bulk vs. retail), and seasonal demand peaks, especially during Ramadan and year-end gifting seasons.
👉 For detailed grade specifications, visit our WW320 Cashew Product Page.
🛒 Demand Drivers in Qatar
- Modern Retail Chains – Carrefour, Lulu, and Monoprix require consistent WW320/WW240 for private label.
- Hospitality & Catering – Hotels and airlines prefer bulk vacuum cartons (22.68 kg) and value LP/WS pieces.
- Premium Gifting – A180/A240 packed in tins or PET jars, bilingual Arabic–English labels, especially during religious festivals.
- Re-export Activity – Doha acts as a secondary hub, with flows to Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.
📦 Packaging & Compliance
- Bulk: 22.68 kg vacuum-sealed PE bag/carton.
- Retail: PET jars, aluminum zip pouches, gift tins.
- Compliance: Halal, BRC, HACCP, FSPCA – mandatory for Qatar retail distribution.
🌍 Market Dynamics
- Price Sensitivity: Qatari buyers are responsive to even small shifts in cashew prices, aligning procurement closely with global FOB trends.
- Currency Impact: The USD-QAR peg ensures stable import valuation, reducing forex risks.
- Competition: Vietnam dominates, but African suppliers (Ivory Coast, Benin) are expanding processed kernel exports.
📞 Contact for Quotations
For daily updated prices, samples, or bulk inquiries:
📧 Email: thanh@svc.vn
📱 WhatsApp: +84 909 432 477