Nutmeg Powder

Nutmeg Powder is produced by milling dried material derived from Myristica fragrans into ground dried nutmeg kernels. Food processors use this ready-to-dose ingredient for bakery flavouring, dairy desserts and ready-to-use spice mixes, where it contributes sweet warm nutmeg aroma without the handling steps associated with whole spices.

One reference quality value is Moisture ≤10% (ESA/Codex). Commercial assessment prioritises volatile oil retention, particle size and mycotoxin testing. Key analytical parameters may include moisture, total ash, acid-insoluble ash, marker compounds or volatile oil depending on the spice. Mesh figures in the specification are illustrative milling grades; exact particle-size distribution depends on the mill and sieve. Foreign starch, unauthorized colours and other adulterants must not be present; microbiological and residue testing follows importing-country rules.

Because powder loses aroma more quickly than intact spice, low-oxygen exposure, light protection, good sealing and controlled ambient humidity are commercially important. Food-contact liners, batch labels and expiry or packing-date controls allow safer bulk storage and easier receiving inspection. The numerical values shown distinguish published spice benchmarks from optional trade targets.