Whole Dried Nutmeg with/without Shell & Ground Powder (Myristica Fragrans) – Export Grade (Sortex Cleaned)

<p>We supply premium export-grade <strong>Nutmeg</strong> (<em>Myristica fragrans</em>) sourced from certified cultivation regions and processed under stringent quality assurance protocols. Carefully harvested, gently sun/kiln-dried, shelled, and mechanically graded, our whole nutmeg kernels feature uniform ovoid shape, rich reticulated surface veining, intense warm-spicy aroma, and naturally high volatile essential oil content. Extensively supplied to industrial seasoning blenders, meat and sausage processors, bakery and confectionery manufacturers, beverage formulators, pharmaceutical extraction facilities, and retail spice packers worldwide.</p>

<h3>Key Commercial Grades & Available Forms</h3>

<p>To satisfy industrial extraction, spice grinding, and retail packing requirements, we supply international standardized grades:</p>

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<li><strong>1. Whole Shelled Nutmeg (Kernels without Shell):</strong>

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<li><strong>Grade ABCD (Sound Whole Kernels):</strong> Premium export selection consisting of sound, intact, fully formed, wrinkle-free nutmeg kernels of uniform size (approx. 110 – 160 nuts/lb).</li>

<li><strong>Grade SS (Sound Shriveled):</strong> Wholesome sound kernels with wrinkled outer appearance, excellent for high-yield industrial spice grinding and oleoresin distillation.</li>

<li><strong>Grade BWP (Broken, Worm-Free, Punky):</strong> Clean broken pieces strictly inspected and certified free from insect infestation or mold, optimized for cost-effective extraction and curry powder blending.</li>

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<li><strong>2. Whole Nutmeg in Shell:</strong> Intact protective hard shell preserved for long-term storage and fresh cracking.</li>

<li><strong>3. Ground Nutmeg Powder:</strong> Pure mechanically milled powder (Mesh 40–60) packaged under inert conditions to prevent volatile oil dissipation.</li>

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<h3>Product Specifications & Analytical Standards</h3>

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<li><strong>Botanical Name:</strong> <em>Myristica fragrans</em> Houtt.</li>

<li><strong>Common Trade Names:</strong> Nutmeg, Muskatnuss, Noix de Muscade, Nuez Moscada, Noce Moscata, Muskat / Küçük Hindistan Cevizi, Jaiphal (Jayphal)</li>

<li><strong>HS Codes:</strong>

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<li><strong>0908.11.00.00:</strong> Nutmeg, neither crushed nor ground (Whole kernels / In-shell)</li>

<li><strong>0908.12.00.00:</strong> Nutmeg, crushed or ground (Powder)</li>

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<li><strong>Volatile Essential Oil:</strong> Min. 6.5% – 10.0%+ (Steam distillation basis; rich in sabinene, myristicin, and elemicin)</li>

<li><strong>Purity:</strong> Min. 99.5% (Sortex cleaned, metal-detected, free from foreign botanical matter and stones)</li>

<li><strong>Moisture Content:</strong> Max. 10.0% – 11.0%</li>

<li><strong>Total Ash:</strong> Max. 3.0% – 4.0%</li>

<li><strong>Acid-Insoluble Ash:</strong> Max. 0.5%</li>

<li><strong>Aflatoxin / Ochratoxin A:</strong> Strictly compliant with European Commission (EU) and US FDA regulatory limits (Total Aflatoxin &le; 10 ppb, B1 &le; 5 ppb)</li>

<li><strong>Origin:</strong> Certified Origin / Export Hub</li>

<li><strong>Crop Season:</strong> Current Crop / Fresh Harvest</li>

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<h3>Packaging & Preservation Standards</h3>

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<li>25 kg or 50 kg multi-ply kraft paper bags with inner food-grade PE barrier liner</li>

<li>25 kg or 50 kg heavy-duty PP (polypropylene) woven bags with sealed PE inner liners</li>

<li>Jute / Burlap bags (60 kg standard export coffee/spice style) lined with food-grade protective liners</li>

<li>Corrugated master cartons (10 kg / 15 kg / 25 kg) with vacuum polybags for ground nutmeg powder</li>

<li>Custom private labeling, batch barcodes, and client-specified palletization standards supported</li>

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<h3>Container Loading & Freight Logistics</h3>

<p>Because whole nutmeg kernels are dense, heavy oval nuts (bulk density approx. 520 – 580 kg/m³), cargo loading achieves optimal weight efficiency while strictly adhering to international container payload ratings and road transport axle limits:</p>

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<li><strong>20ft FCL Container:</strong>

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<li>Loose Floor Loaded (25/50 kg bags): Approx. 16.0 – 18.0 MT</li>

<li>Palletized (25 kg bags): Approx. 13.0 – 14.5 MT</li>

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<li><strong>40ft High Cube (HC) FCL Container:</strong>

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<li>24.0 – 25.0 MT (Strictly capped at the <strong>25 MT maximum legal container payload limit</strong>)</li>

<li>Palletized: Approx. 22.0 – 24.0 MT</li>

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<li><strong>Standard Truck (Road Transport / Tır):</strong>

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<li>Approx. 23.0 – 25.0 MT (Strictly capped at <strong>max 25 MT legal road axle payload</strong>)</li>

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<h3>Quality Assurance & Export Documentation</h3>

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<li>Comprehensive official export paperwork: Official Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Certificate of Analysis (CoA) specifically verifying volatile oil %, myristicin, moisture, and Aflatoxin B1/Total limits, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading / CMR.</li>

<li>Strict pre-shipment inspection ensuring freedom from mold, live insects, or off-odors; Non-irradiated declaration available upon request.</li>

<li>Available international delivery terms: FOB, CFR, CIF, and DAP.</li>

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