About KARMENDACO LIMITED - Cashew Nuts Supplier in Kenya

KARMENDACO LIMITED operates out of Nairobi, Kenya and currently lists ten active products in its catalogue. The supplier’s product list includes pistachios (HS 0802.52), cashew nuts (HS 67657690) with size grades W240, W320 and W210, white sugar ICUMSA 45 and brown sugar ICUMSA 600‑1200 (HS 1701.99), bold green cardamom (HS 67657696), Arabica and Robusta coffee beans (HS 67657690), refined sunflower oil, yellow maize/corn (GMO and non‑GMO), wet salted cow hides, 100 % natural white sesame seed and almond nuts. Each entry in the catalogue specifies the material name and, where provided, the corresponding HS code that groups the product within the global customs tariff system. The catalogue reflects a focus on edible nuts, seeds, spices, coffee and selected agricultural commodities. No additional product categories beyond those ten are indicated in the supplied data.

Product Range and Specialties of KARMENDACO LIMITED

The catalogue covers a mix of nut kernels, spices, coffee beans and bulk agricultural commodities. In the nuts segment, pistachios are typically graded by size (12‑14 mm) and moisture below 5 %, while cashew nuts are classified by shell‑removal grades such as W240 (large), W320 (medium) and W210 (small). Sugar is commonly sold with ICUMSA whiteness values of 45 for premium white sugar and 600‑1200 for brown varieties, both requiring moisture below 0.1 %. Green cardamom is usually evaluated on pod length (8‑12 mm) and moisture under 12 %, and coffee beans are sorted by species, grade and moisture below 12 %. Sunflower oil specifications often include free fatty acid ≤0.1 % and iodine value around 120‑130. Maize/corn shipments are measured by kernel moisture (13‑14 %) and may be segregated by GMO status. Sesame seed quality is judged by seed size, colour uniformity and moisture 5‑6 %, while almond nuts are commonly offered shell‑on with grade A size 12‑15 mm.

Trade and Export Information - KARMENDACO LIMITED

Kenya is a recognised exporter of nuts, spices and coffee, with major destination markets in the European Union, the United Arab Emirates, the United States and East Asian countries. HS chapter 08 (edible fruit, nuts and other agricultural products) and chapter 17 (sugar) are the primary tariff lines for the listed goods, and buyers typically request phytosanitary certificates, COAs and, where applicable, ISO 22000 or HACCP compliance. For cashew and pistachio kernels, aflatoxin testing and moisture analysis are standard quality checks, while sugar imports often require an ICUMSA certificate and a moisture test. Coffee beans are usually accompanied by cupping scores and a declaration of GMO status for the maize. Kenyan exporters generally ship in 20‑foot or 40‑foot containers, using bulk bags of 20 t for nuts and sugar, and wooden pallets for smaller items such as sesame seed or almond nuts. Common Incoterms include FOB Nairobi Port and CIF destinations, with freight forwarding handled by local logistics firms experienced in cold‑chain or bulk grain handling.

Sourcing from KARMENDACO LIMITED - Buyer Guidance

Prospective buyers should request a detailed product specification sheet that includes grade definitions, moisture content, aflatoxin limits and any relevant certification copies such as phytosanitary certificates or ISO 22000. Samples are normally supplied in 5‑kg bags for nuts and seeds, 10‑kg bags for coffee, and 25‑kg bags for sugar, allowing verification of colour, purity and lab test results before finalising a purchase order.

What nut varieties does KARMENDACO LIMITED offer and how are they graded?

The supplier lists premium pistachios and cashew nuts. Pistachios follow size grades around 12‑14 mm with moisture ≤5 %, while cashew nuts are offered in shell‑removal grades W240, W320 and W210.

Which HS codes are associated with the sugar products?

White sugar ICUMSA 45 and brown sugar ICUMSA 600‑1200 are classified under HS 1701.99, the tariff heading for other sugars.

Are there any certifications commonly required for the coffee beans?

Buyers usually ask for a phytosanitary certificate, a Certificate of Analysis showing moisture ≤12 % and cupping scores, and may request ISO 22000 or HACCP compliance documentation.

What packaging formats are used for the cashew nuts?

Cashew nuts are typically packed in 20‑ton bulk bags for bulk shipments or in 25‑kg polypropylene bags for smaller orders, with the grade (W240, W320, W210) clearly marked on the label.

How can I obtain a sample of the white sugar?

KARMENDACO LIMITED can provide a 10‑kg sample of white sugar ICUMSA 45 upon request, accompanied by an ICUMSA certificate and a moisture test report.

What are the typical lead times and minimum order quantities?

Lead times for most products range from 30 to 45 days from order confirmation, and minimum order quantities are usually 5 metric tonnes for bulk nuts and seeds, with lower MOQs for sample or pilot shipments.

Which regions import the bold green cardamom listed by the supplier?

Bold green cardamom from Kenya is commonly shipped to the Middle East, the European Union and South Asian markets, where buyers often require HS 67657696 documentation and a phytosanitary certificate.

What logistics options are available for shipping sunflower oil?

Sunflower oil is generally shipped in 20‑ft or 40‑ft containers using food‑grade drums or bulk tanker trucks, under FOB Nairobi or CIF terms depending on the buyer’s preference.