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India and Vietnam are the leading exporters of cashew nutshell liquid, accounting for the majority of global supply, while the United States, Germany, and China represent the largest importers. These importing countries primarily source the product for use in specialty chemicals, resins, and industrial applications. Export volumes have remained relatively stable since 2022, with modest upward pressure on Cashew nutshell liquid prices amid tightening supply from major processing hubs.
Cashew nutshell liquid (CNSL) is a viscous, dark brown to black natural phenolic liquid with a characteristic pungent odor, typically liquid at room temperature and exhibiting low volatility. It is classified as a complex mixture of unsaturated phenolic compounds—primarily anacardic acids, cardols, and methylcardols—with minor amounts of cardanol. CNSL serves predominantly as a renewable chemical feedstock and intermediate in the synthesis of resins, frictional materials, and surface coatings. Its derivatives are widely employed in high-performance epoxy and phenolic resins, corrosion-resistant coatings, brake linings, and laminating adhesives, particularly in automotive and industrial applications.
This chemical is included in Fine Chemicals - Cosmetics Raw Materials. See more about what is Cashew nutshell liquid and Cashew nutshell liquid SDS information.
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