Cashew Husk Pellet is a sustainable biomass fuel derived from cashew husks – the outer shells of cashew nuts that remain after extracting Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL). Traditionally underutilized, cashew husks are now transformed into high-value renewable energy products through drying, grinding, and pelletizing under high pressure.
Vietnam, as the world’s leading cashew processor, generates over 1.5 million metric tons of cashew husks annually. This abundant supply provides a stable and cost-effective raw material base, ensuring that Cashew Husk Pellets can be produced consistently and at scale for global export markets.
⚙️ Technical properties of Cashew Husk Pellets
- 📏 Diameter: 6–8 mm
- 📐 Length: 10–30 mm
- 💧 Moisture: ≤10%
- 🌫️ Ash content: 2–4%
- 🔥 Calorific value: 4,200–4,800 kcal/kg
- ♻️ Sulfur: nearly zero
- ⚖️ Bulk density: 1.1–1.3 g/cm³
These properties make Cashew Husk Pellets highly efficient for industrial boilers, biomass power plants, ceramics production, textiles, and food processing. Compared to wood pellets, cashew husk pellets offer similar calorific value but are often more cost-effective, making them an attractive option for industrial buyers.
🌍 Global Market Demand
The global biomass fuel market is growing rapidly due to Net Zero commitments and stricter environmental regulations:
- Japan imports over 3.5 million MT of biomass pellets annually, with government subsidies supporting renewable energy.
- South Korea consumes 2.5–3 million MT/year, with Vietnam supplying nearly 40% of imports.
- European Union countries such as Germany, Netherlands, and Denmark are phasing out coal and increasing biomass imports to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
💰 Pricing: FOB Vietnam prices for Cashew Husk Pellets are around 500 USD/MT, depending on quality and certification.
🏷️ Certifications required for export
- 🌱 FSC (Forest Stewardship Council): sustainable sourcing.
- 📑 ENplus A2 / ISO 17225-6: compliance with international biomass fuel standards.
- 🧪 Laboratory testing: reports on calorific value, ash, and moisture.
- 📊 Sustainability Report: proof of CO₂ reduction compared to coal.
🚀 SVC Supply & Packaging
SVC supplies Cashew Husk Pellets in green PP bags (≤55kg), suitable for containerized export shipments. Full certification and export documentation are provided to meet the requirements of premium markets in Asia and Europe.
By integrating pellet production into the cashew value chain, SVC maximizes resource efficiency and contributes to a more sustainable global energy transition.
👉 Cashew Husk Pellet is not only an eco-friendly renewable energy source but also a strategic by-product that enhances Vietnam’s cashew industry, turning waste into value and supporting the global move towards green energy.