Exportation de Noix de Cajou Brutes (Anacarde) du Burkina Faso
From Bobo-Dioulasso to international markets, TALDO INTERNATIONAL supports your sourcing and export operations from A to Z, including quality control, fumigation, certification and maritime shipment via Tema, Lomé, Cotonou and Abidjan.
At TALDO INTERNATIONAL, we consider partnerships essential to the success of international trade operations. We are a Burkina Faso-based company specializing in the export of raw cashew nuts. We work directly with producers and cooperatives in Burkina Faso to supply processors and international traders with high-quality cashew nuts that meet the requirements of the Indian, Vietnamese and Chinese markets.
Each shipment undergoes rigorous quality control, fumigation and certification, with transit managed through four strategic port corridors: Tema (Ghana), Lomé (Togo), Cotonou (Benin) and Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire).
KEY FIGURES
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Export Capacity | Over 50,000 tonnes of raw cashew nuts per season |
| Containers Shipped | 4×40’HC, 5×40’HC, 6×40’HC, 10×40’HC, 13×40’HC |
| Weight per Container | 350 bags of approximately 80 kg each (~28 MT per 40' HC container |
| Main Shipping Hub | Bobo-Dioulasso (Burkina Faso) |
| 4 Port Corridors | Tema, Lomé, Cotonou, Abidjan |
| Destinations | India, Vietnam, China |
| HS Code | 08013100 |
Our Cashew Services
🌱 1. Sourcing and Procurement
- Direct partnerships with Burkinabè cooperatives and producers.
- Selection of raw cashew nuts in shell (RCN).
- KOR (Kernel Outturn Ratio) and moisture content checks
- Packaging in brand-new 80 kg jute bags or 50 kg PP bags.
🔥 2. Fumigation and Phytosanitary Treatment
- Fumigation using aluminium phosphide 57% (PH₃), according to applicable regulations and approved treatment protocols.
- Exposure period: 4 to 7 days, depending on temperature (21°C–25°C).
- Fumigation certificate issued by approved phytosanitary teams (B.P.K., DPVC-BF).
- Compliance with ISPM 15 requirements and importing countries’ standards, where applicable.
📋 3. Certification and Compliance
- Certificate of Origin (DFTPI/LDC scheme for India; preferential treatment for China, where applicable).
- Phytosanitary Certificate issued by Burkina Faso’s Plant Protection Directorate (DPVC).
- Inspection Report (quality and quantity control).
- Special Export Authorization (ASE) issued by the Single Window for Foreign Trade.
- ECOWAS/UEMOA Certificate of Origin for intra-regional exports.
🚛 4. Inland Transport and Transit via Four Corridors
- Road transport from Bobo-Dioulasso to Tema, Lomé, Cotonou or Abidjan.
- Customs transit management and port formalities.
- Inland Transportation Certificate issued by TALDO INTERNATIONAL.
- GPS tracking of trucks and coordination with approved freight forwarders.
🚢 5. Sea Freight
- Booking of 20' Standard and 40' High Cube containers with CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC, OOCL and Gold Star Line.
- Freight prepaid or freight collect, depending on the agreed Incoterms.
- Issuance of Bills of Lading (B/L): Original, Draft and Telex Release.
- Rider pages for multi-container shipments.
📦 6. Documentation and Shipping Documents
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Certificate of Origin
- Phytosanitary Certificate –
- Fumigation certificate
- Bill of Lading (B/L)
- Insurance Certificate (where applicable under CIF terms)
Our Four Port Corridors
| Corridor | Country | Recommended Use | Transit Time to Port |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇭 Tema | Ghana | Exports to Asia (main route) | 3-5 days |
| 🇹🇬 Lomé | Togo | Exports to Asia/Europe | 4-6 days |
| 🇧🇯 Cotonou | Benin | Exports to Nigeria/Asia | 5-7 days |
| 🇨🇮 Abidjan | Côte d’Ivoire | Exports to Europe/the Americas | 5-7 days |
Our expertise: We work with you to select the most suitable corridor based on your goods, destination and delivery deadlines.
OUR CASHEW EXPORT PROCESS
- Customer order (quantity, quality, destination and Incoterms).
↓ - Sourcing from Burkinabè cooperatives.
↓ - Quality control (KOR, moisture content and impurities).
↓ - Packaging in jute or polypropylene (PP) bags (80 kg or 50 kg).
↓ - Fumigation (aluminium phosphide 57% – PH₃).
↓ - Certification (Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate, Inspection Report and Special Export Authorization – ASE).
↓ - Inland transportation from Bobo-Dioulasso to the selected port.
↓ - Customs transit and loading at the port.
↓ - Sea freight to the destination port.
↓ - Delivery coordination and shipment tracking until receipt by the customer.
DESTINATIONS AND PARTNERS
🇮🇳 India
- Tuticorin (Tamil Nadu)
- New Mangalore (Karnataka)
- Mundra (Gujarat)
- NAVA SHEVA
- ETC.
🇻🇳 Vietnam
- Ho Chi Minh (Cat Lai)
🇨🇳 China
- Qingdao (Shandong)
🌍 Autres marchés
- Turquie (Mersin) — via certificat d’origine CEDEAO/UEMOA
- Émirats Arabes Unis (Jebel Ali, Dubai
- Europe
- Asia
PRODUCT TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product | Raw Cashew Nuts in Shell |
| Origin | Burkina Faso — New Crop 2025/2026 |
| HS Code | 08013100 |
| Packaging | New 80 kg jute bags or 50 kg PP bags |
| Poids par 40’HC | 350 sacs (~28 MT) |
| Poids par 20’ST | 350 sacs (~19 MT) |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 8% |
| KOR | 48 – 52 lbs (selon lot) |
| Impurities | ≤ 1% |
| Fumigation | Aluminium Phosphide 57% (PH3) |
| Certifications | Phytosanitaire, Origine, Fumigation, Vérification |
WHY CHOOSE TALDO INTERNATIONAL?
✅ Proven Expertise
Several successful export campaigns to India, Vietnam and China, working with trusted partners such as JKT FOODS EUROPE (Dubai), BANYAN TRADE and DUNAMIS Shipping & Logistics.
✅ Expertise in the Four Export Corridors
Tema, Lomé, Cotonou and Abidjan — we have a thorough understanding of each corridor and its specific requirements.
✅ Strategic Hub in Bobo-Dioulasso
Our main operational hub for cashew shipments, with warehouses, fumigation facilities and a dedicated fleet.
✅ Full Documentary Compliance
All our export files comply with importing countries’ requirements, including applicable preferential trade schemes, phytosanitary certificates and certificates of origin.
✅ Traceability and Transparency
GPS tracking, regular reporting and clear communication at every stage.
SUPPORTING INVESTORS IN CASHEW PROCESSING IN BURKINA FASO
Beyond exporting raw cashew nuts, TALDO INTERNATIONAL supports national and international investors wishing to establish operations in Burkina Faso and develop cashew processing units, including shelling, grading, packaging and kernel packing.
Burkina Faso offers several key advantages for local processing:
- Increasing cashew nut production (over 200,000 tonnes per season)
- An improving investment climate.
- Tax incentives for agro-food industries.
- An available and trainable workforce.
- Strategic access to export corridors through Tema, Lomé, Cotonou and Abidjan.
🤝 Our Investor Support Services
1. Market Research and Feasibility Studies
- Analysis of the local and international markets for processed cashew nuts.
- Identification of opportunities and promising market segments.
- Assessment of available volumes and prices.
2. Site and Infrastructure Selection
- Identification of suitable sites, including industrial zones and areas near production basins.
- Connections with local authorities and investment support agencies.
- Assistance with administrative procedures.
3. Assistance with Administrative Procedures
- Support with company registration (RCCM, IFU, CNSS, etc.).
- Assistance with the Guichet Unique du Commerce et de l’Investissement (GUCI).
- Assistance in obtaining required approvals and authorisations.
- Guidance on available tax and customs incentives.
4. Connecting Investors with Local Partners
- Cooperatives and raw cashew nut producers
- Cashew processing equipment suppliers
- Logistics and freight forwarding service providers
- Financial institutions (banks and investment funds)
5. Operational Support
- Advice on processing methods (shelling, drying and grading)
- Assistance with staff recruitment and training
- Support with quality certification (HACCP, ISO, organic, etc.)
- Connections with international cashew kernel buyers
6. Logistics and Export of Processed Products
- Access to the four port corridors (Tema, Lomé, Cotonou and Abidjan)
- Management of international transit and export documentation
- Shipments to Europe, the United States, Asia and the Middle East
WHY PROCESS CASHEW NUTS IN BURKINA FASO?
| Advantage | Details |
|---|---|
| Available raw materials | More than 200,000 tonnes of raw cashew nuts per season |
| Labour costs | Competitive compared with neighbouring countries |
| Tax incentives | Tax exemptions for agro-food industries |
| Market access | Export corridors through Tema, Lomé, Cotonou and Abidjan |
| Growing global demand | Cashew kernels are increasingly sought after |
| Added value | Local processing can generate 3 to 5 times more value than exporting raw nuts |
Are you an investor interested in cashew processing in Burkina Faso?
TALDO INTERNATIONAL supports investors in exploring local opportunities and developing their projects in Burkina Faso.