Refined Cashew Nut Shell Liquid for HVO

Refined Cashew Nut Shell Liquid(CNSL) primarily contains cardanol, anacardic acid, and cardol. Its unique phenolic structure with unsaturated aliphatic side chains makes it particularly suitable for conversion into hydrocarbon fuels through hydrotreatment.

Cashew Nut Shell Liquid(CNSL) is converted to premium HVO via catalytic hydrotreatment (300-400°C, 30-80 bar H₂) using specialized catalysts. The process involves deoxygenation, hydrogenation, isomerization, and cracking. Under optimal conditions, diesel-range hydrocarbon yield reaches 98%. Industrial tests confirm its compatibility for co-processing in existing refineries.

• Superior Fuel Properties: Resulting HVO has high cetane (75-85), excellent cold flow (cloud point -20 to -30°C), and ultra-low sulfur/aromatic content.
• Drop-in Compatibility: Can be used as a 100% direct replacement or blended in any ratio with fossil diesel without engine or infrastructure modifications.
• Economic & Sustainable: Utilizes agricultural waste, ensuring stable feedstock pricing. Reduces lifecycle GHG emissions by 60-90% without land-use change.

Refined Cashew Nut Shell Liquid(CNSL) provides consistent quality (moisture ≤1%, acid value ≤10). The resulting HVO meets stringent fuel standards for road transport, marine, aviation (SAF), and power generation, with significant market growth potential.

Refined Cashew Nut Shell Liquid(CNSL) represents an efficient, sustainable solution for advanced biofuel production, transforming waste into a high-value, drop-in renewable fuel. It is a key enabler for the energy transition and circular economy.