Cardanol Jun 2026

The meta-substitution and chain length act as "internal plasticizers," improving the flexibility of derived polymers.

One of the largest markets for cardanol is the automotive industry. cardanol

Cardanol is a naturally occurring phenolic compound found in the cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL), a by-product of cashew nut processing. CNSL is a dark, viscous liquid with a characteristic odor, which is extracted from the shell of cashew nuts. Cardanol is the primary component of CNSL, making up approximately 90% of the liquid. Its chemical structure consists of a phenol ring with a long-chain alkyl group, which confers its unique properties. The meta-substitution and chain length act as "internal