United States Cashew Market

United States Cashew Market Overview:

The United States cashew market is projected to exhibit a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.30% during 2025-2033. The market is growing rapidly, driven by rising health awareness and nutritional benefits, expanding vegan and plant-based diet trends across the country, and the increasing demand for snacks that provide convenience and nutrition.

United States Cashew Market Trends:

Rising Health Awareness and Nutritional Benefits

The growing awareness of health and nutrition among consumers is creating the demand for cashews in the United States. These nuts are high in healthy fats, protein, vitamins, and minerals, which makes them an effective and nutritious attractive option for health-conscious people. Cashews are also loaded with magnesium, copper, and antioxidants, which help in promoting heart health, managing weight, and lowering cholesterol levels. Along with this, the increasing priority of consumers on choosing healthy eating habits and nutrient-dense snacks, is bolstering the growth of the industry. Additionally, the increased marketing of cashews as a healthy alternative to less nutritious snacks has resulted in heightened product consumption. Moreover, the introduction of health-focused campaigns by both private companies and public health organizations that highlight the benefits of incorporating nuts like cashews into daily diets is boosting their popularity in the U.S. market.

Expanding Vegan and Plant-Based Diet Trends

The shifting trend toward veganism and plant-based diets in the United States is positively impacting the cashew market. They serve as a versatile ingredient in many plant-based recipes, including dairy alternatives like cashew milk, vegan cheeses, and cashew-based creams and sauces. Moreover, the heightened versatility of cashews in creating creamy textures without dairy makes them a staple in vegan kitchens. Furthermore, as more consumers adopt plant-based diets for ethical, environmental, and health reasons, the demand for plant-based ingredients like cashews increases. Besides this, the rise of vegan and vegetarian food products in mainstream grocery stores is also contributing to the increased demand for cashews, as these nuts are used as a primary ingredient in many plant-based packaged foods.

Increase in Snacking and On-the-Go Consumption

The snacking culture in the United States is expanding, with a growing number of consumers seeking convenient and nutritious options. Cashews are commonly consumed as a snack on their own and as part of mixed nuts or trail mixes. Additionally, the ongoing trend toward on-the-go consumption is leading to an increase in demand for portable and easy-to-eat snacks like cashews. Moreover, snack manufacturers are also increasingly incorporating cashews into various products, such as bars and mixes, catering to the demand for nutritious and filling snacks. The convenience of consuming cashews, coupled with their perceived health benefits, makes them an appealing choice for busy consumers who are looking for a quick and healthy snack option. As the trend toward healthy snacking continues, the demand for cashews is expected to rise.

United States Cashew Market News:

• In February 2023, Clean Juice, the first and only USDA-certified organic juice and food bar franchise, launched new organic cashew milk and blue cold-pressed juice. The leading fast-casual restaurant completed the multi-phase transition for the centralized processing and distribution of its cashew milk and bottled cold-pressed juices. The company introduced three cashew milk products and its new blue cold-pressed juice featuring blue spirulina.
• In May 2024, Hormel Foods’ PLANTERS brand redefined the snacking experience with the introduction of its latest delicious and innovative flavored cashews in two flavors, vinegar and salt. The all-new PLANTERS Salt & Vinegar cashews provide consumers with a unique and satisfying snacking experience that the brand claims only the PLANTERS team can deliver.

United States Cashew Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on form, distribution channel and application.

Form Insights:

• Whole
• Roasted
• Powder
• Paste
• Splits
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the form. This includes whole, roasted, powder, paste, and splits.

Distribution Channel Insights:

• Supermarkets
• Retailers
• Online Stores
• Others
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the distribution channel have also been provided in the report. This includes supermarkets, retailers, online stores, and others.

Application Insights:

• Dairy Products
• Bakery Products
• Snacks and Bars
• Confectionaries
• Cereals
• Desserts
• Beverages
• Cosmetic Products
• Others
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application. This includes dairy products, bakery products, snacks and bars, confectionaries, cereals, desserts, beverages, cosmetic products, and others.

Regional Insights: 

• Northeast
• Midwest
• South
• West 
   

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Northeast, Midwest, South, and West.  

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

United States Cashew Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the United States cashew market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the United States cashew market?
• What is the breakup of the United States cashew market on the basis of form?
• What is the breakup of the United States cashew market on the basis of distribution channel?
• What is the breakup of the United States cashew market on the basis of application?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the United States cashew market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the United States cashew?
• What is the structure of the United States cashew market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the United States cashew market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the United States cashew market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the United States cashew market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the United States cashew industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.