C G HACKING & SONS LTD - Company Profile

C G Hacking & Sons Ltd specializes in importing and trading 13 types of nuts: Almonds, Bitter Almonds, Bitter Apricot Kernels, Brazils, Cashews, Groundnuts, Hazelnuts, Macadamias, Pecans, Pinenuts, Pistachios, Walnuts, and processed nut mixes. This comprehensive portfolio makes C G Hacking one of the most diversified nut importers in the United Kingdom.

Walnuts (Juglans regia) are C G Hacking's primary import product, as stated in the company description 'Walnut importer company in United Kingdom'. The UK imports USD 86 million in walnuts annually, primarily from USA (California Chandler variety), Chile (counter-seasonal), Ukraine, China, and France. C G Hacking sources premium walnuts for UK retail, HORECA, and industrial customers.

C G Hacking & Sons Ltd is headquartered at Calverts Buildings, 50 Borough High Street, London, SE1 1XW, United Kingdom. Borough High Street is in the London Bridge/Borough Market area of central London, a historic food trading district. The company's central London location provides excellent access to UK food industry networks.

C G Hacking & Sons Ltd is a family-run business with the Hacking family in leadership positions. Mr Christopher Hacking serves as Chairman, while Mr Giles Hacking serves as Managing Director/Trader. The company name '& Sons' reflects its multi-generational family business heritage. Mrs Nikki Shaw (Director/Company Secretary/Accounts) also appears to be a family member.

The United States, particularly California, is the primary nut supplier to the UK market. California is the world's #1 producer of almonds (80% global), walnuts (#1 globally - Chandler variety), and pistachios (#2 globally). C G Hacking imports almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and pecans from California, representing a significant portion of its import portfolio.

Turkey produces 70% of the world's hazelnuts (480,000 tons annually), primarily from the Black Sea region (Giresun, Ordu, Trabzon). C G Hacking imports hazelnuts from Turkey for UK chocolate, confectionery, and bakery industries. Major buyers include Ferrero (Nutella), Lindt, and Nestle. Turkey is also a major pistachio (Antep) and apricot kernel supplier.

Vietnam is the world's largest cashew producer and exporter, accounting for approximately 40% of global supply. C G Hacking imports cashews from Vietnam, India, Brazil, and African countries. The UK imports USD 72 million in cashews annually, with Vietnam as the primary supplier. Cashews are one of the most consumed nuts in the UK snack market.

The UK nuts market was valued at USD 1.2 billion in 2024, making it the EU's 3rd largest nuts market after Germany and France. UK nut imports reached USD 840 million. There are 180+ active nut importers in the UK, including C G Hacking & Sons. UK per capita nut consumption is 3.8 kg/year (below EU average of 5.2 kg), indicating growth potential.

Following Brexit (31 January 2020), the UK implemented its own Global Tariff (UKGT), which applies 0% MFN duty on most nuts (HS 0802) including walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, cashews, pistachios, pecans, and macadamias. This creates equal tariff conditions for EU and non-EU suppliers, benefiting global nut exporters from USA, Turkey, Vietnam, India, Chile, and Australia.

The UK organic nuts market reached USD 48 million in 2024, growing at 14.6% annually - the fastest-growing segment in the UK nuts market. The growth is driven by health-conscious consumers, vegan/plant-based diet trends, and demand for sustainably sourced products. C G Hacking, with its diverse portfolio, is well-positioned to serve this growing segment.

C G Hacking & Sons Ltd has a dedicated shipping department with Mr Jim Brown as Shipping Manager and Mrs Serena Hasham as Shipping Assistant. This dedicated shipping function handles the logistics of importing nuts from 10+ countries worldwide, coordinating sea freight (reefer containers), air freight (premium products), customs clearance, and delivery to UK customers. The company's London location provides access to major UK ports (Felixstowe, Tilbury, Dover).

C G Hacking & Sons Ltd has 7 key personnel: (1) Mr Christopher Hacking (Chairman); (2) Mrs Nikki Shaw (Director/Company Secretary/Accounts); (3) Mr Giles Hacking (Managing Director/Trader); (4) Mr Ian Dyas (Director/Trader); (5) Mr James Turtle (Director/Trader/Technical); (6) Mr Jim Brown (Shipping Manager); (7) Mrs Serena Hasham (Shipping Assistant). All personnel have professional email addresses at @cghacking.com domain.