Nutmeg

What is Nutmeg

Nutmeg is a natural spice derived from the seed of the Myristica fragrans tree, known for its warm, sweet, slightly spicy flavour and rich aromatic profile. It is widely used in food, beverages, bakery, seasoning blends, traditional herbal products, essential oils, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical applications. Indonesia is recognized as one of the important origins of high-quality nutmeg, especially for products with strong aroma and natural oil content.

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Indonesian Nutmeg Heritage

Nutmeg has been part of Indonesia’s spice heritage for centuries. The Indonesian archipelago, especially the Spice Islands, has long been associated with premium nutmeg production and global spice trading history.

Indonesian nutmeg is valued in international markets because of its:

  • Warm, sweet-spicy aroma
  • Natural essential oil content
  • Distinctive Indonesian origin
  • Versatile use for food and industrial applications
  • Export-ready quality for global buyers

Selected Indonesian exporters commonly offer nutmeg in whole, broken, and ground forms, with quality parameters such as moisture control, purity, volatile oil content, and foreign matter limits as part of export specifications. 

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Product Forms Avaible

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Whole Nutmeg

A detailed close-up of premium cracked and broken nutmeg seeds, showing the dark textured outer shells and the rich, patterned interior of the spice.

Broken Nutmeg

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Nutmeg Powder

Application

Our nutmeg offers versatility in food, wellness, and industrial applications because of its warm, sweet-spicy flavor and distinctive aroma. Naturally dried and carefully handled to preserve quality and essential oils, it is available in whole, broken, and powder forms to suit different market needs. As a result, nutmeg is widely used in food and beverages, seasoning blends, sauces, herbal drinks, traditional medicine, essential oil and fragrance industries, cosmetics, and nutraceutical products.

Excellent for: Food & Beverage, bakery & confectionery, seasoning blends, sauces, soups, and processed foods
Application: Natural spice ingredient in whole, broken, or powder form for culinary, wellness, and industrial use
Colours: Light brown to brown
Tastes like: Warm, sweet-spicy, slightly woody
Smells: Distinctive warm aroma with rich essential oil notes
Essential Oil Content: Rich in natural aromatic compounds
Product forms: Whole, broken, and powder

Quick Spec:

Product Name: Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)
Origin: Indonesia
Type: Natural
Form:  Whole / Broken / Powder
Quality Grade: Export Grade / ABCD / Custom Grade
Colour: Light brown to dark brown
Aroma: Warm, sweet-spicy, characteristic nutmeg aroma
Moisture Content: Max. 10–12%
Volatile Oil Content: Min. 6–8% depending on grade
Purity: 98% – 99%
Foreign Matter: Max. 0.5% – 1%
Aflatoxin: Based on buyer or destination market requirement
Processing: Sun-dried / Hand sorted / Machine cleaned
Packaging: PP Bag / Jute Bag / Craft Bag / Vacuum Pack
Standard Packing: 25 kg / 50 kg or customized
Shelf Life: 24 months

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