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CNSL Derivatives in USA

CNSL derivatives from India — cardanol, resins and curing agents from cashew nut shell liquid. Reliable US supply of castor and CNSL derivatives with full do

CAS Number: 37330-39-5 Purity / Assay: Available on request Grade: Cardanol, distilled CNSL, friction dust resin and phenalkamine curing agents Botanical Name: Anacardium occidentale (cashew) Country of Origin: India
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COA PDF MSDS PDF Tech Sheet
MOQSamples from 100–500 g
Lead TimeConfirmed with your quotation based on product, quantity and destination
IncotermsEXW, FOB, CIF
Technical Data

Product Specifications

Batch-specific specification for exports to USA, verified through COA and GC analysis before shipment.

CAS Number37330-39-5
Botanical NameAnacardium occidentale (cashew)
Extraction MethodDerived from cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL)
GradeCardanol, distilled CNSL, friction dust resin and phenalkamine curing agents
Purity / AssayAvailable on request
AppearanceCardanol: amber to brown liquid; CNSL: dark reddish-brown liquid
OdorCharacteristic, phenolic
Melting PointAvailable on request
SolubilitySoluble in organic solvents; insoluble in water
Packaging200 kg drums and IBCs
Country of OriginIndia
HS Code1302.19
MOQFrom 200 kg
Lead TimeAvailable on request
Overview

About CNSL Derivatives in USA

Cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL) is a natural phenolic oil extracted from the shell of the cashew nut. Its principal component, cardanol, is a renewable meta-substituted phenol used to make CNSL-based resins, friction dust and phenalkamine epoxy curing agents. These materials appear in coatings, brake and clutch linings, laminates, and industrial rubber compounds.

Zentish Exim supplies CNSL derivatives sourced from qualified Indian producers, with certificates of analysis and safety data sheets. India is one of the world's leading processors of cashew and CNSL. Grade and specification are reported per batch on request.

The United States is a major market for castor-derived and CNSL-based specialty chemicals, with steady demand from lubricant, coatings, personal-care and pharmaceutical formulators. Buyers prioritise batch-to-batch consistency, full documentation and reliable ocean freight from Indian ports.

Market Intel

Import Notes for CNSL Derivatives — USA

Overview
US import of cosmetic/food-grade chemicals requires FDA registration of the importing facility and compliance with TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) for industrial chemicals.
Main Ports
Los Angeles/Long Beach, CA; New York/New Jersey, NJ; Savannah, GA; Houston, TX
Documentation
Commercial invoice, packing list, CoA, SDS, bill of lading. FDA prior notice may apply for food-contact ingredients. TSCA inventory check required.
Duties & Tariffs
Duty rates vary by HS code; most essential oils and aroma chemicals fall under Chapter 29/33 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Broker consultation recommended.
Shipping
FOB (Indian port) or CIF (destination port) — Air freight typically 7-10 days; ocean freight 25-35 days from Indian west-coast ports.
Regulatory
TSCA compliance required. REACH does not apply to US imports. FDA cosmetic/food-contact regulations apply where indicated on product specifications.
Why Zentish

Why International Buyers Choose Zentish Exim

Batch-wise Quality

COA, GC-MS and enantiomeric purity verification on every batch.

Country-ready Docs

Documents aligned to USA import requirements and customs expectations.

Flexible MOQs

From sample quantities to container-scale contracts.

Reliable Shipping

Sea and air routing with consolidated loads for optimized logistics.

Full Documentation

COA, MSDS, COO, allergen & non-GMO statements, and packing list.

Fast Turnaround

Responsive quotations within one business day.

Why Zentish

Why Choose Zentish Exim for CNSL Derivatives in USA

Renewable chemistry

Bio-based phenolics from cashew nut shell liquid

India origin

Leveraging India's cashew-processing base

Documented quality

Batch CoA and SDS with every consignment

Flexible supply

Drum through container-scale orders

US-ready documentation

CoA, SDS and origin paperwork prepared for US importers.

Consistent batches

Specification confirmed per lot before shipment.

Port-to-port logistics

Regular sailings from Indian ports to US gateways.

Import CNSL Derivatives to USA

Get competitive bulk pricing, compliant documentation, and reliable shipping.

Knowledge

FAQs — CNSL Derivatives Export to USA

Cardanol is the main phenolic component of cashew nut shell liquid — a renewable, meta-substituted phenol used to make resins, friction dust and phenalkamine epoxy curing agents.

CNSL-based resins and phenalkamine curing agents in coatings; friction dust in brake and clutch linings; and tackifiers and processing aids in rubber and plastics.

Cardanol is supplied as an amber to brown liquid and distilled CNSL as a dark reddish-brown liquid, in drums or IBCs. Specification is confirmed per batch on the certificate of analysis.

We ship to major US gateways on both coasts; routing is confirmed at order stage.

Yes — certificates of analysis, safety data sheets and origin paperwork are prepared to support US import and customs clearance.

Yes, trial lots are available before container-scale supply.
Technical Content Review

Technical content reviewed by the Zentish Exim export team for exports to USA. This page is intended for B2B buyers of essential oils, flavor ingredients, and aroma chemicals. Product specifications are batch-specific and confirmed through COA and GC analysis before shipment.

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