Nutmeg & Mace (India & Sri Lanka)

๐ŸŒฐ Nutmeg & Mace โ€“ Aromatic Warmth from the Same Seed

At CINNARA, we export high-quality Nutmeg and Mace, sourced from certified growers and spice boards in Sri Lanka (Ceylon Nutmeg), India (Kerala, Tamil Nadu), and Indonesia. Derived from the seed of the Myristica fragrans tree, nutmeg and mace are two distinct, aromatic spices with rich culinary, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic value.

๐Ÿ” Why Our Nutmeg & Mace?

  • Sourced from top-grade plantations in India, Sri Lanka & Indonesia
  • Available as whole, broken, powder, and oil-grade
  • Steam-sterilized and metal-detected options available
  • Low myristicin food-grade and high-oil content pharma-grade options
  • Full export documentation: COO, Phytosanitary, Fumigation, Organic on request
  • Custom bulk & retail packaging

๐ŸŒฑ Types & Grades of Nutmegs & Mace We Offer

๐ŸŒฑ Nutmeg โ€“ Whole & Broken

Grade / Type Origin Description Use Case
Whole Nutmeg (A/B Grade) Sri Lanka / India Oval, firm, aromatic, brown-beige shell Culinary, spice blends, oil extraction
Broken Nutmeg All Origins Cracked/damaged pieces, lower cost Powder, oil, pharma use
Nutmeg Powder All Origins Fine-ground, pungent aroma Spice blends, baking, beverages

๐ŸŒบ Mace (Aril of Nutmeg Seed)

Grade / Type Origin Description Use Case
Whole Mace Blades Sri Lanka / India Dried, lacy red/orange aril of nutmeg seed Premium spice blends, extracts
Broken Mace All Origins Smaller bits of mace Powdering, seasoning production
Mace Powder All Origins Ground form, highly aromatic Sauces, pickling, health drinks

๐Ÿงช Typical Specifications

Parameter Nutmeg Mace
Moisture โ‰ค 12% โ‰ค 12%
Volatile Oil Content 7โ€“15% (variety dependent) 8โ€“12%
Foreign Matter โ‰ค 0.5% โ‰ค 0.5%
Admixture Nil Nil
Color Light brown / reddish beige Orange-red / yellow-orange

COA and lab reports available upon request

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Common Uses

Nutmeg:

  • Culinary: Bakery, sauces, desserts, soups, mashed potato, pumpkin spice
  • Beverages: Eggnog, lattes, mulled wine, herbal teas
  • Pharmaceuticals: Digestive tonics, pain relief balms, sleep aids
  • Extraction: Nutmeg oil, oleoresin for perfumery and food flavoring

Mace:

  • Culinary: Pickling, meat marinades, spice blends, curry powders
  • Confectionery: Sweets, puddings, spiced chocolate
  • Cosmetics: Soaps, creams, aromatic bath products
  • Medicinal / Ayurveda: Respiratory, digestive, and anti-inflammatory use

๐Ÿ“ฆ Packaging & Labeling

  • We offer flexible packaging tailored to your market:
  • Bulk Export: 25kg, 50kg poly-lined jute or PP bags
  • Retail Packs: 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg stand-up pouches
  • Private Label: Full customization of packaging & branding
  • Vacuum Packing: For retail shelf-ready quills
  • Custom labeling and barcode-ready options available

๐ŸŒ All packaging is export-compliant and food-safe.

๐Ÿ“„ Export Documentation & Certifications

  • Certificate of Origin (India/Sri Lanka/UAE)
  • Phytosanitary Certificate
  • Fumigation Certificate
  • ISO, HACCP, Halal Certified
  • Organic (upon request)
  • Lab Test Reports โ€“ Oil %, Moisture, Microbiology

Contact us today to discover how we can add value to your spice business