🌱 Cassava (Manihot esculenta) – Versatile Root Crop for Food, Flour, and Industrial Use
Type: Fresh, frozen, or processed root vegetable
Color: Brown skin, white or yellow flesh
Texture: Firm when raw; soft, chewy or crisp when processed
Flavor: Mild, nutty, earthy
Certifications: Non-GMO, ISO, HACCP, Halal, Kosher, Organic (optional)
Origins: Nigeria, Thailand, Vietnam, Brazil, DR Congo, Ghana
🌿 What Is Cassava?
Cassava, also known as yuca, manioc, or tapioca root, is a high-starch tuber widely grown across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. A dietary staple for over 800 million people, cassava is naturally gluten-free, drought-resistant, and used in flours, starches, chips, animal feed, ethanol, and more.
It is valued for both culinary and industrial applications, offering flexibility in processing and long shelf stability.
🔸 Available Types of Cassava
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
Fresh Cassava Roots | Raw, whole tubers, cleaned and trimmed |
Frozen Cassava | Peeled and cut segments, IQF processed |
Cassava Chips | Dried slices used for animal feed or ethanol |
Cassava Flour | Finely milled gluten-free flour for baking |
Tapioca Starch | Extracted starch used in food & industrial sectors |
Fermented Cassava | Soaked or sun-fermented (e.g. for fufu, gari) |
Organic Cassava | Grown without synthetic chemicals, EU/USDA certified |
📦 Processing customization available (cut, peeled, grated, fermented, vacuum-packed).
📋 Product Specifications
| Parameter | Fresh Root | Chips | Flour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture (%) | 60–70 | ≤ 14 | ≤ 12 |
| Starch Content (%) | 25–32 | 60–70 | 70–85 |
| Ash Content (%) | ≤ 1.5 | ≤ 3 | ≤ 2 |
| Crude Fiber (%) | ≤ 2.0 | ≤ 5 | ≤ 2 |
| Shelf Life | 5–7 days (fresh), 12–24 months (processed) | ||
| Packaging | Bulk / vacuum / retail formats |
📦 Packaging Options
| Format | Weight | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| PP/Jute Sacks | 25 kg / 50 kg | Bulk export, processors |
| Frozen IQF Packs | 10 kg / 20 kg | Foodservice, retail |
| Retail Pouches | 500 g – 2 kg | Supermarkets, specialty stores |
| Industrial Drums | 200–300 kg (starch/flour) | Manufacturing & B2B |
♻️ Available in recyclable, biodegradable, or vacuum packaging.
🚚 Logistics & Supply Chain
Origin Countries: Nigeria, Thailand, Vietnam, Ghana, Brazil
MOQ: 10 MT (frozen/flour), 20 MT (roots/chips)
Lead Time: 7–14 working days
Export Docs:
Certificate of Origin
Phytosanitary Certificate
SGS/BV Inspection (on request)
Organic Certification (optional)
Shipping Ports: Apapa (Nigeria), Laem Chabang (Thailand), Santos (Brazil)
🍽️ Applications
Gluten-free flour for baking, pasta, and pancakes
Starch thickener in soups, sauces, and puddings
Ethanol production and industrial fermentation
Traditional foods: fufu, gari, cassava bread, tapioca
Cassava chips and snacks
📑 What’s Included
High-grade cassava (fresh, frozen, flour, or starch)
Customizable formats for your market
Export-ready with all certificates
Bulk, OEM, or private label options
Full traceability and quality control
❓ FAQs
Q: Is cassava toxic raw?
Raw cassava contains natural cyanogenic glycosides. It must be properly peeled, soaked, boiled, or fermented before consumption.
Q: Do you offer cassava flour or starch?
Yes – both are available with customizable packaging. Cassava flour is different from tapioca starch (which is extracted).
Q: Can it be used in gluten-free diets?
Absolutely. Cassava is 100% gluten-free and suitable for coeliac-friendly foods.
✅ Why Choose NNRV for Cassava?
🌱 End-to-End Sourcing – Fresh roots to high-purity starch
📦 Flexible Processing – Frozen, dried, powdered, peeled
🧪 Lab-Tested Quality – Compliant with food and safety standards
🌍 Global Origins – Reliable year-round availability
🛠️ Private Label Ready – Develop your cassava brand with ease
📩 Request Your Cassava Quote Now
Whether you’re in food, feed, biofuel, or manufacturing, NNRV delivers certified cassava products tailored to your market needs.
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