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Raw, unsalted cashews
Nutrifena Cashews
Whole raw cashews with a rich, buttery taste and satisfying crunch—ready to snack on, cook with, bake, or blend.
- Whole raw cashews
- Unsalted and unroasted
- No artificial ingredients
- Resealable pouch
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Whole cashews, ready for the way you cook
Nutrifena Cashews are carefully selected for their creamy texture, buttery taste, and satisfying crunch. Their raw, unsalted, and unroasted preparation makes them an adaptable choice for everyday snacking and recipes.
Cook and bake
Add them to salads, stir-fries, baked goods, and other sweet or savory dishes.
Blend smoothly
Use them to prepare cashew milk, sauces, or nut butter.
Why raw and unsalted
A neutral foundation for snacks and recipes
Because these cashews are unsalted and unroasted, their naturally creamy texture and rich, buttery taste remain at the center. Use them as they are or season, cook, bake, and blend them to suit your recipe.
Whole cashews with no artificial ingredients.
The resealable pouch helps preserve freshness and quality.From pouch to pantry
Ways to enjoy Nutrifena Cashews
- 01Eat straight from the pouch
- 02Add to salads
- 03Stir into stir-fries
- 04Use in baked goods
- 05Blend into cashew milk
- 06Prepare creamy sauces or nut butter
Product details
What’s inside
Product details
- Selected option
- 8 oz
- Net weight
- 227 g
- SKU
- NTF-CHW-RAW-8OZ
- Product
- Whole raw cashews
- Preparation
- Unsalted and unroasted
- 8 oz variant
- 227 g · SKU NTF-CHW-RAW-8OZ
- 16 Oz (1 LB) variant
- 465 g · SKU NTF-CHW-RAW-16OZ
- Packaging
- Resealable pouch
Ingredients & information
Cashews
Contains: Cashews
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition FactsCashew · Unsalted & unroasted
Serving size1 oz. (28.35g) Approx 18 kernels
Amount Per ServingCalories190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13g17%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 5mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 9g3%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Protein 4g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 13mg0%
Iron 1.7mg10%
Potassium 160mg4%
Vitamin A 0mcg0%
Vitamin E 0.26mg2%
Vitamin B6 0.07mg4%
Phosphorus 139mg10%
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Thiamin 0.06mg4%
Folate 20mcg4%
Magnesium 74mg20%
Selenium 3.3mcg6%
Manganese 0.23mg10%
Zinc 1.59mg15%
Copper 0.65mg70%
The complete cashew guide
Choose the question you came to answer.
The commercial product stays first. This guide then explains cashew origin, nutrition, formats, safety, buying, storage and practical kitchen uses.
Buying and choosing
Nutrition and safety
Tree and fruit
Kitchen uses
Cashews explained
A naturally creamy nut with remarkable range.
Cashews have a gently sweet, buttery flavor and a softer bite than many other nuts. Enjoy whole raw cashew nuts as a pantry snack, or blend them into cashew butter, cashew milk, sauces and desserts.
Naturally creamy
Cashews blend into a smooth texture, making them useful in both sweet and savory recipes.
Raw and unsalted
Nutrifena cashews are sold unroasted and without added salt, leaving seasoning and preparation in your hands.
Whole and ready to use
The shells have already been removed. Use the whole kernels straight from the pouch or process them for a recipe.
From tree to kernel
How cashew nuts grow.
The cashew kernel grows inside a shell attached beneath the cashew apple, the colorful fruit of the cashew tree. Cashew trees thrive in warm tropical regions, and the kernel requires careful separation and processing before it can be sold as food.
The cashew apple
The fleshy cashew apple is the fruit of the tree. A single shell containing the cashew kernel grows beneath it.
Why cashews are sold shelled
Cashew shells contain irritating natural oils and are removed through commercial processing. Do not confuse food-ready cashews with cashews still in their original shells.
What raw cashews means
In retail food labeling, raw generally means the cashew has not been roasted for flavor. Food-ready cashews are still processed after harvest and removed from their shells.
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Flower and cashew apple
The cashew tree produces flowers followed by a fleshy false fruit commonly called the cashew apple.
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One seed below the apple
A kidney-shaped structure develops beneath the apple and contains the cashew kernel inside its shell.
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Harvest and shell treatment
Commercial processors separate the seed, treat the shell safely and remove it before the kernel enters the food supply.
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Selection and packing
Food-ready kernels are graded, selected and packed. Nutrifena uses a resealable pouch to help protect the finished product.
Names and definitions
Cashew in Spanish—and what the food actually is.
Cashew in Spanish may be translated as anacardo, marañón, cajú or merey depending on the country. Cashew en español and cashew español therefore do not always produce one universal regional word.
Botanical name
Anacardium occidentale is the accepted botanical name for the cultivated cashew tree.
Nut or seed?
The edible cashew is botanically a seed, while U.S. food-allergen rules treat cashew as a tree nut.
What does a cashew look like?
The familiar curved kernel comes from a shell attached beneath the swollen, colorful cashew apple.
Cashew nutrition
Calories and nutrients at a glance.
The documented Nutrifena Nutrition Facts panel uses a 1 oz (28.35 g) serving, approximately 18 kernels. Use the final package label for the serving information that applies to the product you receive.
190 calories
The documented serving contains 190 calories, with 13 g total fat and 3 g saturated fat.
4 g protein
A documented serving provides 4 g protein, 9 g carbohydrate and 1 g dietary fiber.
Unsalted
The documented panel lists 5 mg sodium per serving. Nutrifena raw cashews have no added salt.
Naturally occurring minerals
The panel lists magnesium, copper, zinc, phosphorus, iron, potassium, selenium and manganese among its declared nutrients.
Are cashew nuts healthy for you?
Cashews provide food energy, fat, protein, carbohydrate and naturally occurring minerals. That nutritional profile does not guarantee a disease-prevention or treatment result.
Are cashew fattening?
No single food determines weight change. Cashews are energy-dense, so portion size and the complete dietary pattern matter more than labeling the food as inherently fattening.
Are cashew keto?
The documented serving lists 9 g carbohydrate per 1 oz. Whether that fits a ketogenic eating plan depends on the plan’s carbohydrate target and everything else eaten.
Are cashew nuts good for diabetes?
This product is not intended to treat diabetes. The documented panel provides carbohydrate information, but individual glucose management should follow advice from a qualified clinician.
What is the cashew glycemic index?
Nutrifena does not have a verified product-specific glycemic-index test. Glycemic response also depends on portion, preparation and the rest of the meal.
Can cashew nuts cause gas, constipation or diarrhea?
Digestive tolerance varies with portion size, the individual and the complete meal. Persistent or severe symptoms require qualified medical advice rather than a general product-page answer.
How many cashew should I eat a day?
The current label serving is 1 oz (28.35 g), approximately 18 kernels. That is label information, not an individualized prescription.
Are cashew nuts high in fibre?
The documented Nutrifena panel lists 1 g dietary fiber per 1 oz serving. Use the final label rather than a generic database for the product you receive.
Whether cashews fit a particular eating pattern depends on serving size, the complete diet and individual needs. Cashews are tree nuts and must be avoided by anyone instructed to avoid cashews or tree nuts.
Cashew safety
Food-ready kernels, tree-nut allergy and pet questions.
Cashews require careful language because the edible kernel, original shell and allergic reaction are different subjects. Nutrifena sells commercially processed, shelled, food-ready kernels—not cashews gathered from a tree.
Are cashew tree nuts?
Yes for U.S. food-allergen labeling. FDA requires the specific tree nut type to be declared, so a cashew-containing product should identify cashew rather than only saying tree nuts.
What should someone with a cashew allergy do?
Avoid the product and follow the plan provided by an allergist. A suspected severe allergic reaction—such as breathing difficulty, throat tightness, widespread hives, faintness or rapidly worsening symptoms—requires emergency care.
Are cashew poisonous or toxic?
Commercially processed cashew kernels are food. The original shell contains irritating compounds and is removed by processors; consumers should not harvest or open cashew shells for eating.
What is the connection between cashew and poison ivy?
Cashew and poison ivy belong to the Anacardiaceae family. Research describes allergenic compounds in cashew shell oil; that is one reason shell removal is a controlled commercial process.
Can you eat raw cashew?
Food-ready retail raw cashews can be eaten as sold. Here, raw means not roasted for flavor; it does not mean straight from the tree or untouched by necessary shell-removal processing.
Can a dog eat cashew—or can cats eat cashew?
Nutrifena Cashews are made for people, not pets. Seasoning, fat, portions, other ingredients and an animal’s health all matter. Ask a veterinarian rather than using this page as feeding guidance.
Can dogs have cashew butter?
Cashew butter may contain salt, sweeteners or other ingredients and is not necessary for a pet. Contact a veterinarian about a specific exposure or feeding question.
General educational information only. It is not medical, veterinary or emergency advice.
Choosing cashews
Raw, roasted, salted or unsalted.
Preparation changes flavor, texture and how cashews work in recipes. Nutrifena’s current cashew product is whole, raw, unsalted and unroasted.
| Format | What it means | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|
| Raw cashew nuts | Food-ready cashews that have not been roasted for flavor. | Snacking, soaking, blending, cashew milk, cream, butter and baking. |
| Roasted cashews | Cashews heated to develop a deeper toasted flavor and firmer bite. | Straight-from-the-pouch snacking, trail mix and savory seasoning. |
| Unsalted cashews | Cashews with no added salt in the ingredient statement. | Flexible seasoning, sweet recipes and shoppers limiting added salt. |
| Salted cashews | Cashews seasoned with salt for a savory finish. | Ready-to-eat snacking and serving alongside other savory foods. |
| Whole cashews | Intact kernels selected for presentation and an even eating experience. | Snacking, boards, garnishes and recipes where the whole nut remains visible. |
| Cashew pieces | Broken kernels or smaller cuts intended for preparation rather than presentation. | Blending, toppings, sauces, bakery and recipes that call for chopped cashews. |
Nutrifena currently sells whole raw cashews that are unsalted and unroasted. It does not currently make an organic certification claim for this product; cashew organic is a separate verified attribute that must appear on the applicable label.
Buy cashew nuts online
Compare the product, not only the price.
The live selector above shows the current Nutrifena cashew prices, pouch size and pack pricing. Before comparing the price of cashew nut listings, normalize net weight, preparation, whole-versus-pieces format, shipping and certification claims.
Nutrifena offers consumer pantry pouches on this page. Cashew wholesale, cashew manufacturer and cashew export searches describe a different commercial need; businesses should contact Nutrifena for current sourcing formats rather than assuming the DTC pouch is a wholesale specification.
Why are cashew nuts so expensive?
A cashew apple generally carries one shelled seed, and making that seed food-ready requires harvesting, shell treatment, shell removal, selection, packing and transport. Grade, whole-kernel yield, origin and market conditions also affect price.
What about cashew Costco, cashew Walmart, Aldi cashew or cashew Sam's Club?
Those are retailer-specific searches. Inventory, grade, format and price change, so verify the current retailer label directly. Nutrifena is not affiliated with those retailers.
What are Cashew Station, Cashew Chattanooga or cashew chicken Springfield MO?
These searches can refer to restaurants, local dishes or businesses rather than raw pantry cashews. Nutrifena does not imply affiliation with them.
Are Cashew from Proud Family or cashew chef products?
They may refer to characters, media or unrelated entities. They are not Nutrifena product variants.
Do branded bars, clusters, yogurt or ice cream match whole cashews?
No. Barebells, Kirkland, Lara Bars, Forager, Silk, Trader Joe’s, Sweetgreen, Archway, Mr. Dewie’s and So Delicious searches describe separate branded prepared foods. Compare their own labels; no affiliation is implied.
Nut comparison
Cashews, almonds and peanuts bring different character.
No single option is best for every snack or recipe. Compare their culinary qualities, then choose the texture and flavor that fit what you are making.
| Option | Flavor and texture | Common uses |
|---|---|---|
| Cashews | Mild, buttery and naturally creamy with a softer bite. | Snacking, cashew butter, milk, cream, sauces, pesto and desserts. |
| Almonds | Mild and clean with a firmer, more pronounced crunch. | Snacking, almond milk, flour, butter, granola and baked recipes. |
| Peanuts | Distinctly roasted and savory with a familiar dense crunch. Peanuts are legumes, not tree nuts. | Snacking, peanut butter, sauces, candies and savory dishes. |
Freshness protected
How to store cashews.
Cashews contain natural oils that are sensitive to time, heat, light and air. Thoughtful storage helps preserve their mild flavor and creamy texture.
Seal after opening
Press excess air from the pouch when practical and close the resealable top securely after each use.
Keep cool and dry
Store away from direct sunlight, moisture and heat-producing appliances.
Refrigerate for longer storage
Refrigeration after opening may help preserve flavor and texture for longer. Keep the cashews tightly covered.
Check before eating
Discard cashews with an unusual odor, bitter or stale flavor, visible mold or signs of moisture damage.
Cashew recipes
Eight ways to use a cashew pantry.
Whole raw and unsalted cashews move easily from savory meals to creamy sauces and desserts. These small-batch recipes are starting points: follow safe food handling, refrigerate perishable preparations and adjust seasoning to taste.
01
Cashew chicken stir-fry
Weeknight dinner · Savory cooking · Rice bowlsView recipe
Ingredients
Boneless chicken, cut into pieces1 lb
Unsalted cashews3/4 cup
Mixed bell pepper and onion3 cups
Soy sauce3 tbsp
Cornstarch1 tbsp
Neutral oil1 tbsp
Method
Whisk soy sauce, cornstarch and a splash of water. Cook the chicken in oil until it reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F, then add the vegetables. Stir in the sauce and cashews and cook until glossy and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
02
Homemade cashew butter
Toast · Fruit · BakingView recipe
Ingredients
Unsalted cashews3 cups
Fine salt, optionalTo taste
Method
For a deeper flavor, lightly roast the cashews and cool them first. Process, stopping to scrape the bowl, until the natural oils create a smooth cashew butter. Season if desired and refrigerate in a clean covered container.
03
Everyday cashew cream
Sauces · Soups · DessertsView recipe
Ingredients
Raw unsalted cashews1 cup
Cold water1/2–3/4 cup
Fine salt1 pinch
Method
Soak the cashews in the refrigerator, then drain and rinse. Blend with fresh water, beginning with the smaller amount, until completely smooth. Adjust the thickness for the intended recipe and refrigerate promptly.
04
Homemade cashew milk
Beverages · Cereal · SmoothiesView recipe
Ingredients
Raw unsalted cashews1 cup
Cold water4 cups
Vanilla extract, optional1 tsp
Fine salt1 pinch
Method
Soak the cashews in the refrigerator, drain and rinse. Blend with fresh water until very smooth. Strain if desired, add vanilla and salt, and refrigerate promptly in a clean covered container. Shake before serving.
05
Basil cashew pesto
Pasta · Sandwiches · VegetablesView recipe
Ingredients
Fresh basil leaves2 cups
Unsalted cashews1/2 cup
Grated Parmesan1/2 cup
Garlic1 clove
Extra-virgin olive oil1/2 cup
Lemon juice1 tbsp
Method
Pulse basil, cashews, Parmesan and garlic until finely chopped. Stream in the olive oil while processing, then season with lemon juice, salt and pepper. Keep covered and refrigerated until serving.
06
Classic cashew brittle
Candy · Gifts · Dessert toppingView recipe
Ingredients
Sugar1 cup
Light corn syrup1/2 cup
Water1/4 cup
Unsalted cashews1 cup
Butter1 tbsp
Baking soda1 tsp
Method
Line a heat-safe pan before starting. Cook sugar, syrup and water to a hard-crack candy stage, stir in cashews and butter, then carefully add baking soda. Spread immediately and cool completely before breaking into pieces. Hot sugar can cause severe burns; handle with care.
07
Creamy cashew queso-style dip
Dips · Nachos · Taco nightView recipe
Ingredients
Raw unsalted cashews1 cup
Hot water3/4 cup
Nutritional yeast1/4 cup
Lemon juice2 tbsp
Smoked paprika1/2 tsp
Garlic powder1/2 tsp
Method
Soak the cashews in the refrigerator, then drain and rinse. Blend with the remaining ingredients until completely smooth. Warm gently while stirring, adjust seasoning and serve promptly. Refrigerate leftovers.
08
No-churn cashew ice cream
Frozen dessert · Entertaining · Summer recipesView recipe
Ingredients
Cold heavy cream2 cups
Sweetened condensed milk14 oz
Cashew butter3/4 cup
Vanilla extract1 tsp
Chopped unsalted cashews1/3 cup
Method
Whip the cream to soft peaks. Stir condensed milk, cashew butter and vanilla together, then fold into the whipped cream. Fold in the chopped cashews, cover and freeze until firm enough to scoop.
More cashew uses
From whole kernel to milk, flour, cheese-style sauce and dessert.
The recipe cards provide tested starting structures. These additional terms explain how related cashew preparations differ before you choose a formula.
Cashew milk, creamer and yogurt
These begin with a cashew-and-water base but differ in solids, straining, fermentation, sweetening and stabilization. A recipe with cashew milk is not automatically interchangeable with commercial unsweetened cashew milk.
Cashew cream, queso and Alfredo-style sauce
Blended soaked cashews can create a thick base. Acidity, water ratio, seasoning and optional nutritional yeast determine whether it reads as cream, cashew queso or an Alfredo-style sauce.
Cashew butter, paste, flour and powder
Butter and paste retain natural fat; cashew flour or powdered cashew may have a different particle size and, depending on the supplier, a different fat specification. Confirm the exact ingredient before substituting.
Cashew cheese and ricotta-style preparations
These are culinary descriptions for cashew-based alternatives. They are not dairy cheese unless dairy ingredients are also used, and allergen labeling still needs to identify cashew.
Chicken, shrimp, curry and Thai-style dishes
Whole cashews add texture near the end of cooking. Sauce identity varies by cuisine and recipe; 'Thai cashew' and Springfield-style cashew chicken are not one universal formula.
Brittle, clusters, barfi and chocolate
Candy and confectionery formats change the nutrition profile by adding sugar, syrups, chocolate or other binders. Use caution with hot sugar and disclose every allergen.
Keyword research atlas
Every cashew search in the five research files.
All 241 unique queries are visible and routed to the section that answers the underlying intent. Brand and location terms are contextualized neutrally; medical and pet queries do not become product claims.
Nutrition & wellness28 queries
Nutrition, portions and common wellness questions answered without turning a food into a treatment claim.
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Allergy, safety & pets33 queries
Tree-nut labeling, food-ready raw cashews, shell handling and cautious answers for pet-related searches.
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Tree, fruit & origin45 queries
The cashew apple, botanical seed, tropical tree, harvesting and the processing path from shell to food-ready kernel.
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Recipes & culinary uses89 queries
Chicken, sauces, butter, milk, cream, cheese-style preparations, desserts and other ways to use raw unsalted cashews.
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Buying, price & brands15 queries
Purchase intent, wholesale questions and neutral context for retailer, restaurant, character and branded-product searches.
Comparisons & alternatives5 queries
Culinary differences among cashews, almonds and peanuts, plus substitutions that depend on the intended recipe.
Formats & product terms11 queries
Raw, roasted, salted, unsalted, organic, whole and shelled describe different product attributes—not interchangeable promises.
Language & definitions5 queries
Spanish-language names and clear visual or botanical definitions.
General cashew questions10 queries
Broad searches, spelling variants and terms that may refer to unrelated brands, characters, restaurants or products.
Cashew glossary
Useful terms, clearly separated.
A short reference for labels, recipes and sourcing conversations.
- Anacardium occidentale
- The accepted botanical name of the cashew tree.
- Cashew apple
- The fleshy false fruit above the shell that contains the cashew seed.
- Kernel
- The edible curved portion after the original shell has been safely removed.
- Raw cashew
- A food-ready kernel that has not been roasted for flavor; it has still undergone necessary processing.
- Whole cashew
- An intact or substantially intact kernel rather than pieces intended mainly for processing.
- Tree nut allergen
- The U.S. labeling category that includes cashew and requires the specific nut to be identified.
- Cashew butter
- A spread produced by grinding cashews until their natural oils form a paste.
- Resealable pouch
- Packaging designed to close again after opening and help reduce exposure to air and moisture.
Research notes
Sources behind the guide.
- Food AllergiesU.S. Food and Drug Administration · tree-nut allergen declarations and label reading
- Food Allergen Labeling Guidance for IndustryU.S. Food and Drug Administration · current U.S. tree-nut labeling interpretation
- Anacardium occidentale L.Kew Science · Plants of the World Online · botanical identity, native range and regional names
- Dermatitis from cashew nutsPubMed · cashew shell oil and contact-dermatitis context
- Hyposensitization to poison ivy after working in a cashew nut shell oil processing factoryPubMed · the Anacardiaceae family and cashew-shell/poison-ivy context
A straightforward choice
Raw and unsalted by design
Nutrifena Cashews
Whole raw cashews
Unsalted and unroasted
No artificial ingredients
Suitable for snacking, cooking, baking, and blending
Roasted or salted cashews
Prepared with roasting, salt, or both, depending on the product
Flavor and texture vary by preparation
May be intended primarily for ready-to-eat snacking
More to explore
View all products More from Nutrifena Pantry.
Questions, answered
Everything worth knowing.
What do cashews taste like?
Cashews have a mild, gently sweet and buttery flavor with a naturally creamy texture. Raw and unroasted cashews are more delicate than roasted cashews.
Are cashews tree nuts?
Yes. Cashews are treated as tree nuts for U.S. allergen labeling. Nutrifena Cashews contain cashews and are not suitable for anyone who must avoid cashews or tree nuts.
Are Nutrifena cashews raw and unsalted?
Yes. The current Nutrifena Cashews product is unroasted and contains no added salt. In retail food labeling, raw means the food-ready cashew has not been roasted for flavor.
Why are cashews not sold in their shells?
Cashew shells contain irritating natural oils and require commercial processing. Food-ready cashew kernels are removed from their original shells before sale.
How do cashew nuts grow?
A cashew kernel grows inside a shell attached beneath the cashew apple, the fruit of a tropical cashew tree. The kernel is separated and processed after harvest before it is sold as food.
Are cashews healthy?
Cashews provide fat, protein, carbohydrate and naturally occurring minerals. Whether they fit your needs depends on serving size, your complete diet and individual dietary or allergy considerations.
How many calories are in cashews?
The documented Nutrifena Nutrition Facts panel lists 190 calories per 1 oz (28.35 g) serving, approximately 18 kernels. Refer to the final package label for product-specific information.
How much protein is in cashews?
The documented 1 oz (28.35 g) serving of Nutrifena Cashews provides 4 g of protein.
How many cashews should I eat?
The documented serving is approximately 18 kernels, or 1 oz (28.35 g). Individual needs vary, so use the serving information on the package and consider your complete diet.
What can I make with raw cashews?
Raw unsalted cashews work well for cashew butter, cashew milk, cashew cream, pesto, sauces, baking, stir-fries and desserts.
How should I store cashews?
Keep the resealable pouch tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight. Refrigeration after opening may help preserve flavor and texture for longer.
Can cashew nuts go bad?
Cashews can lose freshness because their natural oils are sensitive to time, heat, light and air. Discard cashews with an unusual odor, bitter or stale flavor, visible mold or moisture damage.
One ingredient, many uses
Keep creamy, whole raw cashews within reach
Snack on them as they are, fold them into everyday cooking and baking, or blend them into cashew milk, sauces, and nut butter.
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