Indian Nutmeg for Wholesale and Export

The nutmeg tree produces a fleshy fruit. When it ripens and splits, it reveals a dark brown seed wrapped in a bright red aril. The seed, once dried, is nutmeg; the aril, dried separately, is mace. In India, nutmeg is grown mainly in Kerala, often alongside other plantation crops.

We source nutmeg against your requirement, checking format, size and quality with suitable suppliers before quoting.

Nutmeg is traded in two main whole formats:

• In shell — the dried seed still inside its hard, thin shell, which protects it during storage and transport.
• Shelled (without shell) — the kernel after the shell has been cracked and removed, the form most buyers use for grinding or retail.

Ground nutmeg can be discussed on request, subject to supplier capability and testing. The format affects price, storage behaviour and inspection, so it is fixed in the quotation.

Good-quality whole nutmeg is sound, heavy for its size, and free from mould, insect damage and shrivelling. Buyers often specify size or count per kilogram and set tolerances for broken or defective nuts.

Nutmeg that is not dried and stored properly is at risk of mould growth, which is why moisture control and testing matter.

Aflatoxins are a key concern for nutmeg. The European Union, for example, sets maximum levels for aflatoxins in certain spices including nutmeg, and many other markets apply their own limits. Pesticide residues and microbiological parameters may also be tested.

Where your market requires it, testing is arranged with an accredited third-party laboratory and the result documented before shipment. We do not guarantee test results in advance.

Bulk nutmeg is commonly packed in jute or polypropylene bags, sometimes lined. Bag weight, liners and markings are agreed per order. For retail or private-label packaging, see packaging options.