Nutmeg Without Shell
Export Grade Sourcing, Technical Specifications & Direct Quotations
India's Malabar and Western Ghats microclimates yield high-density Nutmeg Without Shell, separating whole, aromatic kernels into specialized sound or shriveled grades to meet exact industrial oil extraction and grinding benchmarks. Unlike in-shell nutmeg, these shelled kernels eliminate processing tare weight and allow direct optical and physical inspection for internal mould, volatile oil content, and moisture consistency. Our platform bridges international procurement teams with vetted Indian processors capable of executing laser sorting, ETO-free sterilization, and stringent mycotoxin management compliant with EU and FDA import protocols.
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Nutmeg Without Shell Technical Specifications
| Parameter / Quality Characteristic | Standard Commercial Value | Testing Method & Protocol Reference |
|---|---|---|
Volatile Oil Content | 6.5% - 11.0% v/w (Sound Grades); 4.0% - 7.0% v/w (Shriveled Grades) | ISO 6571 / ASTA Method 7.0 |
Moisture Content | 8.0% - 10.0% max | ISO 939 / Vacuum Oven Method |
Total Ash | 3.0% max | ISO 928 |
Aflatoxins (B1 + B2 + G1 + G2) | Total < 10 ppb, B1 < 5 ppb (EU-compliant lots) / < 20 ppb (FDA) | HPLC-FLD / LC-MS/MS |
Extraneous Matter & Insect Damaged | < 0.5% Extraneous Matter; < 1.0% Insect Bored/Damaged | ASTA Cleanliness Specifications |
Acid Insoluble Ash | 0.5% max | ISO 930 |
Regulatory Compliance, Packaging & Ocean Freight
Target Markets & Quality
Global Standard
Nutmeg Without Shell
Meets EU Regulation (EC) 396/2005 for pesticide MRLs, US FDA FSVP requirements, and Spices Board of India export mandates.
Facility Accreditations
Certified Exporters
Certifications held by verified processors for Nutmeg Without Shell:
Container Freight Logistics
FCL / LCL
25 kg or 50 kg multi-wall Kraft paper bags with inner food-grade poly liner; 25 kg PP bags with moisture-barrier liner; vacuum-packed cartons for high-grade sound kernels.
14 to 16 Metric Tons (depending on sound vs. shriveled bulk density and palletization)
25 to 27 Metric Tons (bulk loaded or palletized)
Nutmeg Without Shell Industrial Applications
Oleoresin and Essential Oil Extraction
Processors specifically procure Shriveled or BWP (Broken, Wormy, Punky) grades for supercritical CO2 or steam distillation, optimizing yield economics where visual integrity is secondary to total volatile oil and myristicin yields.
Commercial Spice Blending and Seasonings
Industrial dry-mixers and meat processors select Sound grades to grind into uniform powders, ensuring consistent aroma, micro-stability, and flavor retention across seasoning formulations.
Bakery and Confectionery Manufacturing
Large-scale bakeries require micro-tested, ETO-free whole kernels that are ground just-in-time to preserve myristicin-rich aroma profiles in eggnogs, spiced cookies, and dessert premixes.
Pharmaceutical and Phytochemical Synthesis
Sound kernels with verified non-GMO and low-heavy-metal specifications are refined to isolate myristicin, elemicin, and trimyristin for digestive and therapeutic formulations.
Other Nutmeg & Mace Varieties Available
Nutmeg With Shell
India's Malabar and Western Ghats microclimates yield premium Nutmeg With Shell, renowned for superior preservation of aromatic volatile oils. Unlike decorticated kernels that face rapid lipid oxidation and ambient moisture uptake, the Whole Protected Kernel grade retains its robust pericarp shield, ensuring unmatched shelf stability during international maritime transit. Our platform streamlines global procurement by directly connecting industrial buyers with certified Indian processing hubs and exporters specialized in non-split, aflatoxin-controlled whole nutmeg.
Red Mace (Javitri)
India, particularly the Western Ghats and Kerala belt, produces globally renowned Red Mace (Javitri)—the carefully dried, crimson-red reticulated aril enveloping the nutmeg kernel. Distinct from pale or mixed commercial grades, this Premium Aromatic Covering is prized for its high volatile oil concentration, intense sweet-warm flavor profile, and vibrant natural color retention. Our procurement matching platform connects international food processors, distillers, and spice distributors directly with vetted Indian spice processors capable of delivering export-ready consignments backed by comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA).
Nutmeg Without Shell Sourcing FAQs
Key answers regarding minimum orders, mycotoxin controls, analytical verification, and ocean transit parameters.
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