The Middle East has become one of the most dynamic markets for importing Vietnamese cashew nuts. From the UAE and Saudi Arabia to Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman, buyers rely on Vietnam for consistent quality, competitive prices, and full Halal certification. With Vietnam leading global cashew exports (over 65% of the world’s processed kernels), the region is a natural growth hub for both bulk industrial supply and premium retail packaging.
📌 Why Middle East Buyers Choose Vietnam Cashews
✅ Halal-certified processing – essential for retail & hospitality.
✅ Wide product range – WW320, WW240, A180 for gifting, LP/WS for bakery.
✅ Reliable shipments via Jebel Ali (Dubai), Jeddah, and Doha ports.
✅ Strong compliance – BRC, HACCP, FSPCA, Kosher certifications.
✅ OEM/private label services with bilingual Arabic–English packaging.
🛒 Demand Segments in the Middle East
- Retail & Supermarkets – Carrefour, Lulu, and Danube prioritize uniform WW240/WW320 for shelves.
- Hospitality & Catering (HORECA) – hotels, airlines, and catering companies demand bulk cartons (22.68 kg vacuum packs).
- Duty-Free & Gifting – premium A180/A240 in tins or PET jars with elegant Arabic packaging.
- Industrial Buyers – bakeries and confectionery use LP/WS pieces in large volumes.
- Re-export Hubs – UAE and Qatar redistribute cashews to other GCC countries.
👉 For specifications, see our WW320 Cashew Product Page.
📦 Packaging & Logistics
- Bulk: 22.68 kg vacuum PE/carton.
- Retail: PET jars, zip pouches, tins (Halal-compliant).
- Ports: Jebel Ali, Jeddah, Doha, Kuwait.
- Lead Time: 2–3 weeks FOB Ho Chi Minh.
💲 Pricing Trends (Q3 2025)
- WW320: ~6.95 – 7.05 USD/kg FOB HCM.
- WW240: ~7.10 – 7.25 USD/kg FOB HCM.
- A180/A240: ~7.80 – 8.00 USD/kg (premium gifting). Prices remain stable despite tariff adjustments, supported by strong Ramadan and Q4 demand.
🔮 Outlook for Middle East Imports
📈 Stable demand from UAE and Saudi retail.
🎁 Premium gifting segment grows during religious holidays.
🚢 Logistics advantage via UAE as GCC re-export hub.
🌍 Vietnam’s dominance remains, though African processors (Ivory Coast, Benin) are slowly increasing competition.
📞 Contact for Middle East Importers
📧 Email: thanh@svc.vn
📱 WhatsApp: +84 909 432 477