Nutmeg & Mace
Technical Specifications, Quality Benchmarks & Exporter Sourcing
India's Western Ghats, particularly the rich agricultural belts of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, produce some of the world's highest volatile oil Nutmeg and Mace (Myristica fragrans). Our B2B sourcing platform directly connects international food manufacturers, spice grinders, and bulk importers with commercial, export-ready Indian processors and exporters. We simplify international procurement by pre-vetting supplier compliance, processing standards, and testing capabilities for global shipments.
Select your required quality grade and volume on the right to receive tailored commercial quotations and COAs directly from Indian spice exporters.
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Technical Specifications & Quality Standards
| Parameter / Quality Characteristic | Standard Commercial Value | Testing Method & Protocol Reference |
|---|---|---|
Moisture Content | 10.0% - 12.0% max | ISO 939 / ASTA Method 2.0 |
Volatile Oil Content (Nutmeg) | 6.0% - 10.0% v/w min | ISO 6571 / ASTA Method 16.0 |
Volatile Oil Content (Mace) | 7.0% - 12.0% v/w min | ISO 6571 / ASTA Method 16.0 |
Total Ash | 3.0% - 4.0% max | ISO 928 / ASTA Method 3.0 |
Acid Insoluble Ash | 0.5% max | ISO 930 / ASTA Method 4.0 |
Aflatoxins (B1 + B2 + G1 + G2) | < 5 ppb (B1), < 10 ppb (Total) or country specific | HPLC-MS/MS / ISO 16050 |
Market Standards, Certifications & Freight Logistics
Target Market Relevance
Destination Focus
Global (USA, EU, GCC)
EU consignments require strict adherence to Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs), ETO-free sterilization, and stringent Aflatoxin limits (B1 < 5 ppb, Total < 10 ppb) alongside Ochratoxin A verification. USA shipments demand US FDA facility registration, FSMA/FSVP compliance, and compliance with ASTA cleanliness standards (Defect Action Levels for insect defilement and mold). GCC buyers require valid Halal certifications, accredited fumigation certificates, and compliance with GSO food safety standards.
Surging international demand across industrial meat processing, bakery premixes, oleoresin extraction, seasoning formulation, and pharmaceutical flavoring requires consistent volatile oil profiles and guaranteed trace aflatoxin levels.
Common Industry Certifications
Accreditations
Certifications commonly held by Indian spice processors in this sector:
Shipping & Logistics Guide
FCL / LCL
25kg or 50kg multi-wall food-grade paper bags with inner polyethylene liner; vacuum-sealed foil bags in corrugated cartons for whole mace; customized bulk polypropylene jumbo bags upon request.
Nutmeg: 12 - 14 Metric Tons; Mace: 6 - 8 Metric Tons (due to high volume-to-weight ratio).
Nutmeg: 24 - 26 Metric Tons; Mace: 14 - 16 Metric Tons.
Common Export Forms
1Whole (Nutmeg Kernels & Whole Mace Blades)
Custom specificationsBest Suited For: Targeted at retail repackaging, gourmet seasoning manufacturers, essential oil hydro-distillation, and institutional culinary buyers requiring sound, graded whole kernels (ABCD/Sound grades) and intact whole mace arils.
2Broken (BWP Nutmeg & Broken Mace Flakes)
Custom specificationsBest Suited For: Optimized for high-volume commercial spice grinding, oleoresin solvent extraction, and industrial meat seasoning formulations seeking cost-efficient raw materials without compromising essential oil yield.
Industrial Applications
Industrial Meat & Savory Processing
FormulationUsage & Notes: Essential flavor compound for cured meats, emulsified sausages, savory dry rubs, and bouillon cubes requiring standardized volatile oil delivery.
Flavor, Fragrance & Oleoresin Distillation
FormulationUsage & Notes: Bulk input material for supercritical CO2 or solvent extraction of nutmeg butter, myristicin-rich essential oils, and concentrated resinoids.
Commercial Bakery & Prepared Foods
FormulationUsage & Notes: Key aromatic ingredient for bulk spice blending, packaged dessert mixes, confectionery fillings, and RTD spiced beverage bases.
Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical Manufacturing
FormulationUsage & Notes: Used in topical analgesics, digestive herbal formulations, and therapeutic aromatics requiring strict pharmacopeial compliance.
Frequently Asked Sourcing Questions
Answers covering MOQs, lab inspections, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
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